Contributing to Society Through the Power of Sport – Special Edition “Laureus Edition” Added to E-Class | Mercedes Benz
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Laureus Edition
Mercedes-Benz E300 Avantgarde Sport
Mercedes-Benz Japan has added the special edition "Laureus Edition" to its E-Class sedan, station wagon, and all-terrain models. Furthermore, it has partially revised the exterior of the "E300 Avantgarde Sport" and begun accepting orders.
Text by YANAKA Tomomi
E300 Avantgarde Sport: Exterior Refinements
The "Laureus Edition" bears the name of the "Laureus" foundation, jointly established by Richemont, which owns luxury jewelry and watch brands such as Cartier, and Daimler. The foundation promotes social contribution through the power of sport.
E200 Laureus Edition
E200 Laureus Edition
The models available are the "E200," equipped with a 1.5-liter inline 4-cylinder gasoline turbo engine producing a maximum output of 135kW (184ps) and a maximum torque of 280Nm; the all-wheel-drive model "E200 4MATIC"; the "E220d" sedan and station wagon with a 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder diesel engine generating a maximum output of 143kW (194ps) and a maximum torque of 400Nm; and the "E220d 4MATIC All-Terrain."
E200 Wagon Laureus Edition
E200 Wagon Laureus Edition
Special equipment includes the sporty AMG Line exterior, wireless charging for mobile phones, and a head-up display. The center console features a badge with the "Laureus" logo.
The station wagon variants of each model come standard with a "panoramic sliding sunroof," while it is available as an option for the sedans.
E220d 4MATIC All-Terrain
E220d 4MATIC All-Terrain
The exterior features model-exclusive high-gloss black 19-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels, while the interior is appointed with black ash wood trim and a matching center console. Additionally, wireless charging and a heated steering wheel are standard.
The "E300 Avantgarde Sport," also announced simultaneously, features revised specifications including high-gloss black for the radiator grille, door mirror housings, and window trim, further enhancing its sporty aesthetic.
Pricing starts at 7.55 million yen for the Laureus Edition sedan and 8.10 million yen for the station wagon, while the E220d 4MATIC All-Terrain is priced at 9.12 million yen. A portion of the sales will be donated to the "Laureus Sport for Good Foundation" to support Laureus's activities in Japan.
E300 Avantgarde Sport
The revised E300 Avantgarde Sport sedan is priced at 8.77 million yen, and the station wagon at 9.16 million yen.