Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet (10 on) - Review

Review by Parkers on
Last Updated: 16 June 2010
Mercedes claims the E-Class Cabriolet is not a direct replacement for the outgoing CLK, but it is. Why they want to deny the lineage is not certain, but what is clear is the new E-Class soft-top is every inch the stylish, classy successor Mercedes needs to keep buyers happy. With styling derived from the E-Class Coupe, the Cabriolet is, if anything, even better looking and offers seating for four and a good-sized boot. Passenger and luggage space are helped by the E-Class Cabriolet sticking with a fabric roof rather than a CC-style metal and glass arrangement. The fabric roof also helps to save weight, while Merc’s new AirCap system that uses a small spoiler that rises from the windscreen top rail saves the car’s occupants from being blown about at higher speeds when the roof is lowered. Aside from this, the E-Class Cabrio is packed with most of the same high-tech gadgets and safety gizmos as the saloon.
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Classy styling, impressive refinement, clever AirCap means open air driving without the buffeting, excellent diesels available

Lifeless steering feel, AirCap looks ungainly when raised

Mercedes claims the E-Class Cabriolet is not a direct replacement for the outgoing CLK, but it is. Why they want to deny the lineage is not certain, but what is clear is the new E-Class soft-top is every inch the stylish, classy successor Mercedes needs to keep buyers happy. With styling derived from the E-Class Coupe, the Cabriolet is, if anything, even better looking and offers seating for four and a good-sized boot. Passenger and luggage space are helped by the E-Class Cabriolet sticking with a fabric roof rather than a CC-style metal and glass arrangement. The fabric roof also helps to save weight, while Merc’s new AirCap system that uses a small spoiler that rises from the windscreen top rail saves the car’s occupants from being blown about at higher speeds when the roof is lowered. Aside from this, the E-Class Cabrio is packed with most of the same high-tech gadgets and safety gizmos as the saloon.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    4 out of 5

    "There are four petrol and three diesel engines. The E200 CGI and E250 CGI petrol engines are the..."

  • Handling

    3.5 out of 5

    "Despite removing the solid roof, Mercedes-Benz says the E-Class Cabriolet has the same body strength..."

Comfort

  • Comfort

    4 out of 5

    "The E-Class Cabriolet is longer, wider and a little lower than the CLK model it effectively..."

  • Practicality

    3.5 out of 5

    "Few people will rank practicality high among their criteria when considering an E-Class Cabriolet,..."

  • Equipment

    4 out of 5

    "There are two trims to choose from: SE and Sport. The SE comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, heated..."

  • Behind the wheel

    4.5 out of 5

    "Mercedes spends many hours and much money making sure that every switch works with the same..."

Costs

  • Running costs

    4 out of 5

    "For a convertible of this calibre, the E-Class is not unduly expensive to own or run. Mercedes-Benz..."

  • Green credentials

    3.5 out of 5

    "With the exception of the E500 V8 model, every model uses Mercedes-Benz's BlueEFFICIENCY technology..."

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    4.5 out of 5

    "Nine airbags are fitted to the E-Class Cabriolet, including front pelvis ’bags and one for the..."

  • Reliability

    4 out of 5

    "Mercedes-Benz is back on form with its latest E-Class for build quality and durability, so the..."

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    3 out of 5

    "Mercedes is keeping it simple with the Cabriolet range, offering just two trim levels - SE and..."

  • Buying used

    4 out of 5

    "The first E-Class Cabriolets will have 10-plate registrations and strong demand should help them to..."

  • Selling

    4 out of 5

    "A whopping 98% of E-Class Cabriolets will have an automatic gearbox, so this is essential for an..."

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