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Crash test review: Mercedes Benz E Class

November 4, 12:28 PMTampa Sports Car ExaminerMichael Berenis
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The Mercedes Benz E Class crash test review footage is amazing to watch. The high amount of safety engineering put into this performance sedan is purely astounding on every level considered. The E Class features ample safety features and a resilient crash test review. Overall, the Mercedes Benz E Class outperforms most vehicles in it's class for safety technology and rating. Watching the crash test video footage below, pay special attention to how well the passengers are protected through out all testing procedures.

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Watch how well the passengers are protected in the footage. Consider the egg shell approach when looking at this crash footage. All energy is absorbed before it reaches the passenger compartment, reducing the overall crash shock experienced to the occupants. This is something special that only Mercedes Benz can provide, as they take pride in their engineering for safety, performance, luxury, and appearance. Some consider the E Class a luxury only sedan, when in fact it's design is inspired from Nurburgring performance testing. This somewhat large sedan can safely occupy five passengers while traversing at extremely high speeds. Simultaneously, it can keep everyone safe if an accident should occur!

The roll over test is what I find extremely interesting. The E Class rolls and tumbles end over end but no fatigue is present. This can be performed thanks to the high amount of engineering and metallurgy technology used in all materials and designs present. The car effectively disperses energy during a roll in a circular motion so that no impact directly affects the cabin. After years of safety consideration and focus, Mercedes Benz has developed a vehicle that is truly unlike any other! A job well done by their engineers, I would feel completely safe using this vehicle at Autobahn speeds.

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