The significantly sharpened design of the  modernised 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class can now also be enjoyed on a much much smaller scale.  The incredibly detailed miniatures are produced in cooperation with model car specialists iScale from Kyosho Deutschland GmbH and have been carefully designed with an eye for even the smallest detail.

iScale has the miniatures assembled by hand from up to 68 individual parts. The Saloon, Estate, Coupé and Cabriolet models feature genuine paint finishes and high-quality printed interiors. Recreated in a scale of 1:43, the model cars measure up to 11.4 centimetres in length. They are supplied in a presentation box and are mounted on a printed base. The model cars are priced at 29.90 euros each and are available online from http://shop.mercedes-benz.de as well as from sales partners.

The following is an overview of the 12 models:

Model	Equipment	Exterior colour	Interior colour
E-Class Saloon AVANTGARDE	45.7 cm (18-inch) 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels, LED Intelligent Light System, sporty radiator trim with two louvres and central star, two-pipe exhaust system with rectangular integral tailpipe trim	iridium silver metallic	black /black
		obsidian black metallic	black / porcelain
E-Class Saloon ELEGANCE	45.7 cm (18-inch) multispoke light-alloy wheels (04R), LED Intelligent Light System, classic radiator trim with three louvres painted in silver, two-pipe exhaust system with rectangular integral tailpipe trim	diamond white metallic BRIGHT	black / chestnut brown
		cavansite blue metallic	espresso brown /silk beige
E-Class Estate AVANTGARDE	45.7 cm (18-inch) 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels, LED Intelligent Light System, sporty radiator trim with two louvres and central star, two-pipe exhaust system with rectangular integral tailpipe trim	iridium silver metallic	black /black
		obsidian black metallic	black / porcelain
E-Class Estate ELEGANCE	45.7 cm (18-inch) multispoke light-alloy wheels, LED Intelligent Light System, classic radiator trim with three louvres painted in silver, two-pipe exhaust system with rectangular integral tailpipe trim	diamond white metallic BRIGHT	black / chestnut brown
		cavansite blue metallic	espresso brown /silk beige
E-Class Coupé	45.7 cm (18-inch) 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels, panoramic roof, single louvre radiator trim with central star, twin headlamp face with one-piece headlamps, LED Intelligent Light System, two-pipe exhaust system with rectangular integral tailpipe trim	iridium silver metallic	black /black
		diamond white metallic BRIGHT	black / bengal red
E-Class Cabriolet	45.7 cm (18-inch) 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels, single louvre radiator trim with central star, twin headlamp face with one-piece headlamps, LED Intelligent Light System, two-pipe exhaust system with rectangular integral tailpipe trim	aragonite silver metallic	silk beige/ deep-sea blue
		diamond white metallic BRIGHT	black / espresso brown

When you think of tuned Mercedes models, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe likely isn’t the first choice that comes to mind.  We’ve seen one from Brabus, one from Kicherer and others from Prior Design, but aside from those, tuners tend to focus more on other models. Today, however, Prior Design has proved the pre-facelifted E-Class Coupe is still a vehicle worth tuning, releasing their new kit dubbed the Prior Design E-Class Coupe PD850 Black Edition.

The kit, made from Dura-Flex fiber reinforced plastic, is compatible with all C207 models.  The PD850 Black Edition kit consists of the following components: a new front bumper, rear bumper with diffuser, side skirts, front fenders, wider rear fenders, a rear trunk spoiler, a front bonnet add-on and everything required to mount the parts.

Not including installation and the matte gold paint job shown in the photos, the kit will set you back an even $10,000.  Check out more pics in the gallery below.

The extensively modernised E-Class model family is also on display at the Geneva Motor Show, the Saloon, Estate, Coupé, Cabriolet and the new E63 AMG to celebrate its European premiere. The new Mercedes E-Class leads the way in terms of safety, drive systems and design in particular.

“The new E-Class is the best E-Class of all time and one of the reasons why we are very optimistic for the remaining year. And we expect to see further sales growth, especially in the course of the second half of the year. Even more so, because some of our newcomers have not arrived in our showrooms yet,” says Dr Joachim Schmidt, Executive Vice President of Mercedes-Benz Cars, responsible for Sales & Marketing.

The updated design reflects the embodied state-of-the-art technology. The front end sports a completely new design featuring new headlamps with a single lens covering all functional elements. The E-Class Saloon and Estate are also available for the first time with two different faces – featuring the classic star on the bonnet or the sports car radiator grille with a large, centrally positioned star.

Exemplary safety with eleven new assistance systems

All the E-Class models feature many new assistance systems from the future S‑Class. A total of eleven of these electronic aids reconcile comfort and safety in a new dimension. The comprehensive “Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive” concept includes systems which for the first time can help to prevent accidents with crossing vehicles or pedestrians, and Active Lane Keeping Assist which can help to prevent accidents with oncoming traffic.

Powerful and efficient engines

The new E-Class family has likewise been further enhanced in terms of efficiency and ecology thanks largely to new, powerful BlueDIRECT four-cylinder petrol engines with direct-injection technology, enabling the E-Class to achieve an ‘A’ efficiency rating. The wide range of engines includes six petrol and six diesel units, all of which are exceptionally efficient. The petrol versions cover the output range from 135 kW (184 hp) to 300 kW (408 hp), their diesel counterparts from 100 kW (136 hp) to 195 kW (265 hp). Almost all of the diesel engines have an ‘A’ efficiency rating. The E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID, which consumes a mere 4.1 litres of diesel per 100 kilometres, even achieves the top ‘A+’ rating.

Most powerful E-Class: the new E 63 AMG with up to 585 hp

The Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG represents the pinnacle in terms of performance and dynamism. The flagship model in the E-Class family is now also available as an exceptionally powerful S-Model with a maximum output of 430 kW (585 hp) and 800 Nm of torque. It is equipped with a newly-developed performance-oriented AMG 4MATIC all-wheel drive system. Permanent all-wheel drive is also available as an option for the other E 63 AMG models.

The first images of the new E-Class facelift have been released focussed specifically on the lighting design of the new E-Class.

The headlights of the new E-Class are all-LED lights. We expect to see the first full body images of the new E-Class in the coming weeks- the premiere likely to be at the NAIAS 2013 in Detroit this January.

Check out the photos in the gallery below, courtesy of our good friend Markus Jordan.

The sneaky photogs over at GMotors captured a few exterior and interior images of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate’s Facelift.  The last time we saw the future E-Class Estate in spy photos, it was touring the streets in July. This time testing the facelifted E-Class was testing at the Nürburgring.

The interior photos reveal an updated steering wheel and a few minor changes; a different air conditioning and a new wood trim. Mercedes has yet to show us the center console and dashboard and has instead kept it covered.  So, there are either some major changes hiding under the covering or Mercedes hasn’t changed much at all and just want to keep us speculating.

Major updates that can be seen are the newly shaped bumper and a new grille that is wider. The headlights, however, are the biggest change – twin headlamps will be replaced with a single headlamp design that incorporates LED daytime running lights. The tail lights and bumper will be revised as well.

In case you are falling in love with the facelifted E-Class, you won’t have to wait to long, it is expected to hit the market in early 2013.

Many of you have been asking us what to expect from the 2013 Mercedes Model Year.  Below is a break down of each model and what stands out on each variant.  Overall, you will see next generation telematics service move into the Cloud as it debuts as standard equipment on most 2013 models. Doing this will add Internet access, more features for interacting with the vehicle remotely, and over-the-air diagnostic capabilities to the first generation’s array of safety, destination planning and concierge features. Optional Mercedes-Benz Apps will add custom versions of Google local search with Street View and Panoramio, Facebook, News and Yelp, with others planned.  Additionally, new “Control” functionality provides geofencing, Speed Alert, Driving Journal and Curfew-minder services.  And last but not least, added protection features from a mobile application (iPhone/Android) that gives you control of the Remote Horn & Lights and Valet Protect.

C-Class Sedan & Coupe (on-sale: July 2012)

C250 Coupe & Sport/Luxury Sedan: direct-injection 1.8-liter 4-cylinder turbo (201 hp,229 lb.-ft.)

C300 4MATIC Sport/Luxury Sedan: new direct-injection 3.5-liter V6 generating 248hp and 251 lb-ft of torque (previously 228 hp/221 lb-ft) including new ECO Start/Stop
and standard 4MATIC all-wheel drive.

C350 Coupe & Sport Sedan: New ECO Start/Stop on direct-injection 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp, 273 lb.-ft.). Available 4MATIC all-wheel drive on coupe.

C63 AMG Coupe & Sedan: features hand-built naturally-aspirated 6.3-liter V8 (451 hp,
443 lb-ft), AMG 7-speed MCT and 18-inch twin 5-spoke alloy wheels. Optional AMG Development Package yields 481 hp.

CL-Class Coupe (on-sale: July 2012)

Grand Edition Package available in choice of 3 designo paints and 3 designo interiors, AMG styling, 20″ wheels and unique badging.

CL550 4MATIC continues with 4.6-liter direct-injection biturbo V8 (429 hp, 516 lb-ft.)

CL63 AMG continues with 5.5-liter direct-injection biturbo AMG V8 (536 hp, 590 lb-ft) with ECO Start/Stop and AMG 7-speed MCT. Optional Performance Package yields 563hp/664 lb-ft.

CL600 5.5-liter biturbo V12 model (510 hp, 612 lb-ft) continues

CL65 AMG High-performance 6.0-liter biturbo V12 model (621hp, 738 lb-ft) continues

CLS-Class Four-Door Coupe (on-sale: July 2012)

Four-dour coupe receives mbrace2 and continues to feature electromechanical steering, world’s-first active LED headlights, standard ATTENTION ASSIST and 10 airbags.

CLS550 continues with direct-injection 4.6-liter biturbo V8 (402 hp, 443 lb.ft) AIRMATIC suspension and available 4MATIC all-wheel-drive.

CLS63 AMG continues with direct-injection 5.5-liter biturbo AMG V8 (518 hp, 516
lbft)with ECO Start/Stop technology, AMG 7-speed MCT and AIRMATIC rear suspension. Optional Performance Package yields 550 hp/590 lb-ft.

E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet (on-sale: July 2012)

New standard equipment includes mbrace2, electromechanical steering, heated front seats and wheel upgrades.

E350 Coupe and Cabriolet continues with 3.5-liter direct-injection V6 engine (302 hp,273 lb-ft) and larger 18″ 5-spoke wheels. Available 4MATIC all-wheel drive on Coupe.

E550 Coupe and Cabriolet continues with 4.6-liter direct-injection V8 engine (402 hp,443 lb-ft) and new 18″ 5-twin-spoke AMG wheel.

E-Class Sedan and Wagon (on-sale: July 2012)

Receives mbrace2 as standard and continues to showcase advanced driver assistance systems such as ATTENTION ASSIST, Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist with automatic brake intervention, PRE-SAFE Brake with Automatic Emergency Braking, Adaptive Highbeam Assist and Nightview Assist PLUS with pedestrian detection.

E350 Sport/Luxury Sedan continues with direct-injection V6 engine (302 hp, 273 lbft) and available 4MATIC all-wheel-drive.

E350 4MATIC Sport/Luxury Wagon continues with direct-injection 3.5-liter V6 engine (302hp, 273 lb-ft) and standard all-wheel drive, 3rd-row rear-facing seat, power tailgate, rear air suspension and electromechanical steering

E350 BlueTEC Sedan (Oct. 2012) 50-State V6 turbodiesel (210 hp, 400 lb-ft) continues.

E400 HYBRID Sport Sedan (Summer 2012) debuts with direct-injection V6 gasoline engine (302 hp, 273 lb-ft) supplemented by an electric motor (27 hp, 207 lb-ft) featuring ECO Start/Stop, electric-only maneuvering, “sailing” function and the first lithium-ion
battery designed for automotive use.

E550 4MATIC Sport Sedan continues w/4.6-liter twin-turbo direct-injection V8-engine (402 hp, 443 lb-ft), electromechanical steering & standard 4MATIC all-wheel-drive.

E63 AMG Sedan Premium2 package now standard, 5.5-liter twin-turbo direct-injection V8 engine (518 hp, 516 lb-ft) and ECO Start/Stop technology mated to the AMG 7-
speed MCT plus 19-inch AMG 10-spoke wheels. Optional Performance Packages yields 550hp/590lb-ft.

E63 AMG Wagon continues w/drivetrain mentioned above plus standard panorama roof and Premium2 package.

F-Cell

5-door, 4-passenger hydrogen-electric car (134 hp, 214 lb-ft) continues, available for lease in California.

Powered by fuel cell technology with an EPA estimated range of 190 miles (European driving cycle: 240 miles)

G-Class SUV (on-sale: August 2012)

Substantially restyled interior with new 7″ tablet-style headunit, COMAND control knob, PARKTRONIC and mbrace2. Restyled exterior with LED DRL’s and side mirrors. New standard equipment includes DISTRONIC PLUS and Blind Spot Assist.

G550: continues w/more powerful V8 engine (388 hp, 391 lb-ft) & 18″ 5-twin-spoke wheels

G63 AMG: New 5.5-liter direct-injection biturbo V8 engine (544 hp, 560 lb-ft) with ECO Start/Stop.
New twin-lamella grille and red brake calipers.

GL-Class SUV (on-sale: September 2012)

All-new 2nd generation segment-leading luxury SUV. Longer, wider and taller. Debut of standard COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST and power EASY-ENTRY for second row. Other standard equipment includes mbrace2, ATTENTION ASSIST, COMAND control knob, color instrument cluster display, rearview camera, power liftgate, ADAPTIVE BRAKE technology,
Crosswind Stabilization, AIRMATIC suspension and 2nd row 115V outlet. Optional highlights include On- and Off-Road Package, multicolor ambient lighting, soft close doors, ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM,
Active Parking Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, SurroundView camera and Panorama Roof.

GL350 BlueTEC 4MATIC: V6 turbodiesel (240hp, 455 lb-ft) with 19″ 5-twin-spoke wheel

GL450 4MATIC: new direct-injection twin turbo V8 engine (362hp, 406 lb-ft)

GL550 4MATIC: direct-injection twin-turbo V8 (429hp, 516 lb-ft) with flared wheel arches, exposed tailpipes, deeper aprons and 21″ 5-twin-spoke wheels.

GL63 AMG (Q1 2013): Debut of high-performance SUV w/hand-built AMG V8 engine (550hp, 560 lb-ft)

GLK-Class SUV (on-sale: August 2012)

Restyled interior with new Direct Select gear selector, air outlets, color instrument cluster display, mbrace2 and optional ambient lighting. Restyled exterior includes new headlight and bumper design and LED daytime running lights and taillights.

GLK250 BlueTEC 4MATIC (Q1 2013): Debut of diesel powertrain in this model line (first in segment) with 2.1-liter 4-cylinder diesel engine (190 hp, 369 lb-ft) mated to all-wheel drive powertrain and 19″ 5-triple-spoke wheels

GLK350 4MATIC: All-wheel-drive model (and available RWD variant) features new 3.5-liter direct-injection V6 engine (302 hp, 273 lb-ft) with ECO Start/Stop and 19″ 5-triple spoke wheels

M-Class SUV (on-sale: July 2012)

New standard equipment includes mbrace2, COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST and color instrument cluster display. New optional On- and Off-Road Package debuts with two-stage transfer case, longitudinal differential lock and six transmission settings. Other new options include multicontour driver & passenger seats with massage and comfort headrests.

ML350 BlueTEC 4MATIC: continues with 50-state V6 turbodiesel (240 hp, 455 lb-ft)

ML350 4MATIC: continues with direct-injection 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp, 273 lb-ft)

ML350: New rear-wheel drive variant debuts for model year 2013.

ML550 4MATIC: continues with upholstered dashboard now standard. Directinjection 4.6-liter biturbo V8 (402 hp, 443 lb-ft), standard running boards, AMG styling and 19″ AMG 5-spoke wheels.

ML63 AMG: high-performance SUV continues with direct-injection 5.5-liter biturbo V8 (518 hp, 516 lb-ft) and 20″ AMG 5-spoke wheels. Optional AMG Performance Package yields 550hp/560 lb-ft.

S-Class Sedan (on-sale: July 2012)

Premium 2 package now standard on S350 BlueTEC 4MATIC, S400 HYBRID & S550 models

Flagship model line continues to showcase advanced driver assistance systems such as DISTRONIC Plus with PRE-SAFE Brake, Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist with automatic brake intervention and Nightview Assist PLUS with
pedestrian detection.

S350 BlueTEC 4MATIC continues with standard all-wheel-drive and 3.0-liter V6 turbodiesel engine (240 hp, 455 lb-ft).

S400 HYBRID continues with the first lithium-ion battery designed exclusively for automotive use and 3.5-liter V6 mild hybrid powertrain (295 hp, 284 lb-ft)

S550 continues with 4.6-liter direct-injection V8 engine (429 hp, 516 lb-ft) and 7-speed automatic transmission. Available with 4MATIC all wheel drive.

S63 AMG High-performance model continues with 5.5-liter direct-injection biturbo V8 engine (536 hp, 590 lb-ft) and ECO Start/Stop functionality as well as AMG 7-speed MCT. Optional Performance Package yields 563hp/664 lb-ft.

S600 flagship 5.5-liter biturbo V12 model (510 hp, 612 lb-ft) continues.

S65 AMG high-performance 6.0-liter biturbo V12 model (621hp, 738lb-ft) continues.

SL-Class Coupe/Roadster (on-sale: May 2012)

All-new 6th generation of iconic Mercedes-Benz roadster featuring all-new aluminum bodyshell, MAGIC VISION CONTROL, Frontbass sound system, power windscreen, ATTENTION ASSIST, PRE-SAFE, LED daytime running lights, electronic parking brake, standard panorama roof, ambient lighting and mbrace2. New optional equipment includes MAGIC SKY CONTROL, Hands Free Access, Active Lane Keeping & Blind Spot Assist, DISTRONIC PLUS with Pre-Safe Brake and PARKTRONIC with Active Parking Assist.

SL550: new direct-injection 4.6-liter biturbo V8 (429 hp, 516 lb.-ft) with ECO Start/Stop and more fuel-efficient 7-speed automatic transmission and 18″ twin 5-spoke wheels. 0-60
in 4.5 seconds

SL63 AMG (July 2012): new 5.5-liter direct-injection biturbo AMG V8 (530 hp, 590 lb-ft) with ECO Start/Stop and AMG 7-speed MCT with 4 shift modes and RACESTART function. Standard AMG DRL’s, twin-lamella grille, and trunk spoiler. Optional Performance Package yields 557hp, 664 lb-ft.

SL65 AMG (Nov 2012): high-performance 6.0-liter V12 model (621hp, 738lb-ft) now features 7-speed automatic transmission.

SLK-Class Coupe/Roadster (on-sale: July 2012)

Features new directional/cruise control switches, mbrace2 and optional Adaptive Highbeam Assist. Continues to feature retractable hardtop with an optional Panorama roof or MAGIC SKY CONTROL.

SLK250: continues with direct-injection 1.8-liter 4-cylinder turbo (201 hp, 229 lb.-ft.) available with 6-speed manual or 7-speed automatic and 17-inch 5-spoke wheels

SLK350: Premium1 package now standard & new ECO Start/Stop on direct-injection 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp, 273 lb.-ft.) with 7-speed automatic transmission & 18-inch 5-spoke wheels

SLK55 AMG: continues direct-injection 5.5-liter V8 (415 hp, 398 lb-ft) featuring cylinder deactivation, ECO Start/Stop technology and 18-inch AMG 5-spoke wheels.

SLS AMG GT(on-sale: November 2012)

New more powerful GT model (583 hp, 479 lb.-ft.) replaces previous models (563 hp, 479 lb.-ft.) and features a re-calibrated AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission and redeveloped AMG Adaptive Suspension. Optical highlights include “GT” badging, darkened headlamp and tail light treatments, a unique wheel color and red-painted brake calipers as well as high-gloss black finish on the front grille trim, exterior mirrors and the hood/fender fins. Numerous distinguishing interior highlights include red seatbelts, red contrast stitching and Alcantara upholstery.

SLS AMG GT Coupe AMG-developed super sports car with aluminum body, gullwing doors and high-performance powertrain featuring a hand-built V8 engine with frontmid layout and dry sump lubrication mated to a carbon fiber driveshaft and advanced dual-clutch transaxle transmission with 4 driving modes.

SLS AMG GT Roadster features highlights mentioned above plus power soft top in choice of three colors that opens/closes in 11 seconds at speeds up to 30 mph, conventionally hinged doors, standard AIRSCARF and removable wind deflector.

Sprinter Van (on-sale: October)

Cargo Van, Crew Van, Passenger Van, MiniBus and Cab Chassis models continue with 50-state BlueTEC clean diesel engine

Fuel economy of up to 24.9 mpg highway

Available in 3 GVWRs, 3 lengths and 2 roof heights.

The next generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class isn’t set to arrive until 2015, so in the meantime, Mercedes is sending the 2013 model for a moderate face-lift. A prototype estate version of the updated E-Class was spied in public with its new face partially covered up.

As has been reported, some of the changes coming to the refreshed E-Class include losing the model’s quad headlamps in favor of two single-piece units and, judging from the photo, it appears the headlights underneath the camo are simpler and sleeker. The LED daytime running lights also appear to be integrated in the headlight unit instead of their usual place on the bumper.

Changes to the rear bumper don’t appear to be very dramatic though, only minor revisions to the taillights in order to shake up the E-Class sedan and wagon’s design before the next-gen model arrives in a few years.

The test mule wears minimal camouflage everywhere else, which could indicate minimal changes for the front doors and windows, though the Ponton-style rear side doors may be ditched on the 2013 E-Class. We expect the 2013 E350′s V-6 to get a boost in power and the E550 to get a more powerful and efficient single-turbo V-8. Photos Via: Motor Trend

Update: Our good friend Andrus recently sent us the second round of 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate spy photos from gmotors.co.uk.  Enjoy.