A new generation of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class goes on sale later this year as a 2024 model, and once again AMG will create performance versions.
Prototypes for AMG's redesigned E 53 sedan have previously been spotted and now we have shots of the car's wagon body style. The E 53 should debut late this year or early next.
The current E 53 Wagon was never offered in the U.S. but the more powerful E 63 S Wagon was sold here. Don't expect the new E 53 Wagon to make it to these shores, but there's still a chance the new E 63 S longroof will make it here.
We know this prototype is for the E 53 Wagon because of the performance wheel and tire combo, as well as the large brakes and four round exhaust tips. The E 63 should also have four exhaust tips but with a square shape.
2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 53 Wagon spy shots - Photo credit: Baldauf
Under the hood should be a turbo-4 aided by electrification. Yes, the E 53 is about to lose two cylinders with this redesign, and it's rumored the E 63 may also downsize from the current model's V-8 to just a 4-cylinder.
Despite the lower cylinder count, performance should be up for both AMG models thanks to electrification. The current E 53 features a 3.0-liter turbo-6 and mild-hybrid setup good for 429 hp. Hopefully we get something closer to 500 hp in the new E 53.
2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 53 Wagon spy shots - Photo credit: Baldauf
As for the new E 63, the car is rumored to be coming with a turbo-4 and mild-hybrid setup working in combination with a rear-mounted electric motor. This same setup features in the recently launched 2024 C 63 S E Performance, where it delivers up to 671 hp. The current E 63 is powered by a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 delivering up to 603 hp.
The platform of the new E-Class is the updated version of Mercedes' MRA rear-wheel-drive architecture that debuted in the 2021 S-Class and has since appeared in the 2022 C-Class. The updated platform benefits from weight savings, primarily through increased use of aluminum over steel.
2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class interior
The cabin will also get new digital content. The new E-Class generation will be available with up to three screens lining the dash. It will also have the usual instrument cluster and infotainment screen, plus a third screen for the front passenger. Mercedes said the system will support third-party apps, such as Angry Birds and TikTok.
Stay tuned for updates as development continues.
