E-Class Cabriolet has arrived

A sensational new Cabriolet is the latest addition to the Mercedes-Benz E-Class line-up now available from Al Haddad Motors.

The open-top two-door model features a classic fabric soft top, making for a stylistically pure Cabriolet feeling and a range of new fuel-efficient engines.

"With the new Cabriolet we are finalising our E-Class family with yet another appealing model," said Dr Ulf Ausprung, general manager.

The car was unveiled at a special ceremony at German Ambassador Dr Hubert Lang's residence in Saar.

The soft top can be opened and closed fully automatically within 20 seconds - even when driving at speeds of up to 40 km/h.

The roof is stowed in a special compartment behind the rear panel. A retractable cover separates the soft top compartment from the boot area, which must be closed in order to close the soft top.

In 1989, Mercedes-Benz premiered a draught-stop for the SL model series, this was followed in 2004 by the 'Airscarf' neck-level heating system, designed to enhance comfort in open-top models.

Now comes another world-first, the 'Aircap' automatic draught-stop, which can be activated at the push of a button and greatly reduces turbulence in the interior of the new Mercedes E-Class Cabriolet.

It consists of two components: a wind deflector that can be extended by around six centimetres with a net in the windscreen frame and a draught-stop between the rear seats. As well as enhancing occupant comfort, the reduction in draught when it is activated reduces the interior noise level so passengers in all seats find it far easier to communicate.

Thanks to its acoustic soft top, fitted as standard, even the closed E-Class Cabriolet has one of the quietest interiors in the segment for four-seater premium cabriolets with a fabric roof.

The soft top's high-quality insulation brings about a noticeable reduction in the interior noise level compared to conventional fabric soft tops. Exterior noise caused by other vehicles and wind noise are therefore absorbed more effectively. On the road, the difference is audible from speeds of just 80 km/h, for example when driving through a tunnel or overtaking a convoy of trucks.

The powerplants for the new E-Class Cabriolet are equally innovative ranging from the E200 CGI to an E 500 producing 388 bhp.

Low fuel consumption has not only been achieved because of the new engines, but also with a number of other practical measures. These include on-demand activation of the steering and fuel pumps, the use of tyres with low rolling resistance and an alternator control system, which takes account of the current driving situation and the vehicle's electrical power requirements.

Added to this is the crucial factor of outstanding aerodynamics. The Cabriolet's cd figure, 0.28, is the best in its class.

Roll-over protection consists of two robust bars, each with a diameter of 35mm, which are housed in the rear head restraints in modules behind the rear seat backrests.

A tilting cone sensor detects imminent danger to the occupants based on extreme skidding movements or acceleration caused by impact.

Consequently, both roll-over bars in the rear head restraints are extended. They reach their highest point and are locked automatically within a fraction of a second.

Further exemplary safety equipment available for the E-Class Cabriolet includes drowsiness detection, anticipatory occupant protection, a sophisticated 'intelligent light system' and proximity control.