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Matt
The 210-series E-Class
The 210-series E-Class was introduced in June 1995 as the successor to the 124 series. Characterised by the prominent front end with four elliptical headlights and rear styling similar to that of a coupe, it offered variety in an eye-catching form and was popular from the start. The new series not only stood out through its unmistakable design, however. Another striking feature was the outstanding drag coefficient (Cd value) of 0.27.
The W 210 series saw a total of more than 30 technical innovations such as the newly developed sidebags, a rain sensor for the windshield wipers, an air quality sensor for the automatic climate control system, and the ultrasonic park distance control system "Parktronic" (PTS).
The E-Class also lived up to its reputation as a leader in innovation through its very extensive range of standard equipment, including two dozen features that were not available in the previous E-Class, or only available as options. The electronic traction system (ETS) is one of these features. The E-Class was also state-of-the-art in terms of vehicle safety. Thanks to an optimised body structure with large deformation zones and an even more effective restraint system in the passenger compartment, the 210-series sedans were the safest automobiles in their class when it comes to overall design.
Mercedes-Benz became the first automaker worldwide to introduce systems to limit seat belt force as part of a car's standard equipment when it installed them in the E-Class in 1995. Lateral impact protection was also significantly improved through a newly developed sidebag.
Unfortunately all the electronic equipment resulted in many, many problems and a tarnishing of the image as a quality builder. It has recently been announced that future version are going to receive less electronics
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