2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
It's not the flagship — that title is reserved for the S-Class — but traditionally Mercedes' E-Class has served as a testbed for innovation, and the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is no exception. The sportier, coupe-inspired body houses a turbocharged four-cylinder producing 241 hp, linked to a nine-speed automatic transmission. It's the only car in its class to offer an air suspension that adjusts automatically to increase comfort, improve fuel economy, and control handling, it has a number of semi-autonomous features that include speed and steering controls, and the Pre-Safe Sound that activates a protective reflex in your inner ear to warn of an impending collision comes standard. The interior features a massive 12.3-inch navigation display, touch-sensitive controls on the steering wheel, LED lighting capable of displaying 64 different colors, luxuries like heated door armrests and center console, and an available Burmester high-end 3D surround sound system with 23 speakers for concert hall-like audio.
