Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet (10 on) - Review Review by Parkers on 17 March 2010 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. 4 out of 5 Other Mercedes-Benz reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 4.5 out of 5 Safety Nine airbags are fitted to the E-Class Cabriolet, including front pelvis ’bags and one for the driver’s knees. Mercedes is also proud of its head airbags that it says are a first for a convertible. They spring up from the doors to offer protection to front and rear occupants, while roll-over protection is provided by pop-up roll bars behind the rear headrests. Mercedes' also points out the Cabrio has the same strength when rolled as the Coupe. On top of this, it comes with Mercedes-Benz's Attention Assist to warn sleepy drivers to take a break, ESP traction and stability controls, an Active Bonnet for better pedestrian safety, plus Pre-Safe that helps brace the car’s occupants in the event of a collision. Euro NCAP Provides motoring consumers with a realistic and independent assessment of the safety performance of some of the most popular cars sold in Europe. Visit Euro NCAP for more info 4 out of 5 Reliability Mercedes-Benz is back on form with its latest E-Class for build quality and durability, so the Cabriolet looks set to be a very rugged, reliable car. With engines already proven in other models, there’s not much to worry yourself about here. Car check problem points Body No reported problems Engine/Gearbox No reported problems Other No reported problems Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Mercedes-Benz E-Class cars for sale We have 77 models like this for sale. Find Mercedes-Benz E-Class cars for sale Previous: Costs Next: Buying & Selling