Exterior

The E-Class was redesigned for 2010, and I'm not a huge fan of the new look. It trades the rounded edges and quad headlights I liked from the previous model for a more angular, sharper look. It blends in with the crowd so well that I think if you took off the Mercedes-Benz badges, you'd have a hard time telling exactly what brand of car it was. That wasn't the case with the previous version of the E-Class — it practically screamed "Mercedes-Benz."

That's not to say it's an ugly car now — it's not — it's just traded its identity. Don't believe me? Check out this comparison of the 2009 and 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class here.

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    How the occupant classification system works
    The Occupant Classification System (OCS) categorizes the occupant on the front - passenger seat by means of a weight sensor. The front-passenger front air bag is deactivated automatically for c ...

    Sunblinds on the rear side windows
    •► To extend: pull the roller sunblind out by tab 1 and hook it onto retainers 2 at the top of the window. ! Always guide the roller sunblind by hand. Do not let it snap back suddenly as ...

    Important safety notes
    WARNING Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and possible death. Do not run the e ...