Going through our inbox this bright Friday morning an astute reader by the name of Eric tipped us off to an article published by Inside Line - one which looks at the 2010 Mercedes E-Class.  The article is based on recent Auto Bild renderings of the upcoming model, and states pretty much what you see in the picture.

Gone are the oval headlights we've all come to know and love, replaced by a squared-off lights similar to the ones found on the new C-Class.  Overall size and shape will remain similar to the current model however, while only minor revisions to the rear are expected.

Obviously at this point, photos and statements as to the next E's styling are based largely on speculation, seeing as how only heavily-disguised spy shots have surfaced.  Judging by Auto Bild's past history of Mercedes renderings, however, they're likely not too far off base.

To read more about the 2010 Mercedes E-Class and its possible appearance, head over to Inside Line for the complete article complete with numerous Auto Bild renderings.

And before I go, a special thanks to Eric for the tip: we sincerely appreciate it.