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Old Jan 28, 2002 | 05:36 PM
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I know this is really boring, but any opinions on the new E-class?

I know the engine are slightly improve from the current line.
Drag coefficient is 0.26 to 0.27 depend on the model
Chassis strength rigidity increase 18%
there will be E320 and E500 for the first year, AMG version should follow up.
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Old Jan 28, 2002 | 05:50 PM
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Where's the manual tranny?
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Old Jan 28, 2002 | 05:58 PM
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Originally posted by AzNRocKet
Where's the manual tranny?
there will be a 6-speed manual offer in lower model like E240 and diesel models in Europe.
US likely to get only 5 speed auto or maybe 6-speed auto later
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Old Jan 28, 2002 | 07:42 PM
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Well it looks a whole lot better than the old generation. Although not bad looking at all in the AMG skin, it leaves much to be desired. The interior on the new E looks great as well. . .looks a whole lot like the C Class!

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Old Jan 28, 2002 | 07:48 PM
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the new AMG E55 may use the 5.5L supercharge V8 from SL55.
that s 476hp and 516Ibft
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Old Jan 29, 2002 | 01:10 PM
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I saw the new E class on a magazine..
it really looks great from inside to outside IMO....
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Old Jan 29, 2002 | 01:25 PM
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Looking good...
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Old Jan 29, 2002 | 06:15 PM
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The rear looks like a C-class......
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