In 2016, Mercedes-Benz introduced a new generation for its famous E-Class lineup and made it available in two shapes: sedan and station wagon. The latter version was one of the most spacious vehicles in its segment and offered a unique option, such as a pair of jump seats for children in the trunk.

But that was not the only reason why the E-Class station wagon was famous. It combined the comfort of a luxury car, the versatility of a crossover, and the fuel efficiency needed by a taxi driver. Furthermore, it came packed with technology.

With a design language characterized by curved lines and waved shapes, the E-Class station wagon featured a front fascia where a pair of LED headlights flanked a broad grille adorned by a chromed rim and three slats that crossed it. Customers could also order the car with an AMG package that added an aggressive-looking bumper fitted with an A-shaped lower grille and massive side scoops that flanked it.

From its profile, the 2016 E-Class (S213) shared its front side, up to the B-pillar with its sedan sibling. After that point, the extended roof was slightly sloped down toward the tailgate, which featured a racked-forward window and a spoiler above it. The automaker offered the car with a standard power tailgate that eased access to the cavernous trunk.

Inside, the luxurious cabin was nothing short of what the sedan version offered. Depending on the grades and options, customers could order the car with a dual-screen atop the dashboard: one for the instrument panel and the other for the infotainment system. There were also a few options for the seats.

The base models came fitted with cloth upholstery and mild bolstering on the sides, while those who opted for the AMG package got them with high-bolstered areas and leather upholstery. The center console that separated the front occupants housed a couple of storage areas and the controller for the MBUX infotainment unit. Behind them, on the split-folding (40/20/40) bench seat, it was room enough for three adults, but the middle-seated one had to cope with the tall transmission tunnel. Out back, in the trunk, Mercedes-Benz offered a storage area of 670 liters (23.7 cu-ft.) that could be expanded by folding down the rear seats up to 1,820 liters (64.3 cu-ft).

Mercedes-Benz installed a wide choice of diesel and gasoline engines under the E-Class station wagon’s hood ranging between 150 PS (148 hp) and 333 PS (328 hp) that sent their power via a nine-speed automatic gearbox to the rear or in all corners, depending on the version. Unlike the sedan version, the station wagon came fitted as standard with adaptive pneumatic suspension for the rear axle, which helped it stay leveled even under full load.