Two new engines have been added to the E-Class Estate range, which now starts at £36,735 for the E 200 d SE. The existing E 220 d Estate starts from £38,230.

The 200 d features the latest 2.0-litre diesel engine with an output of 148 bhp and CO₂ emissions of 109 g/km. It delivers 65.7 mpg on the combined cycle. The 3.0-litre V6 E 350 d produces 255 bhp while delivering up to 48.7 mpg and emitting 140 g/km of CO₂.

All E-Class engines come as standard with a 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission.

Standard specification on the E-Class Estate mirrors that in the E-Class Saloon, but with the addition of standard split-folding rear seats. Comand Online with a 12.3-inch screen comes as standard on the E 350 d, and customers can add to this with the 12.3-inch cockpit display for £495.

For the first time, the E 220 d Saloon is available with 4MATIC four-wheel drive– it’s priced from £37,730 (£1,500 over the rear-wheel drive 220 d). It accelerates from 0 to 62 mph in 7.5 seconds, and has rear-biased torque distribution of 45:55.

All E-Class Estate models are now available with an optional folding bench seat in the boot, for £1,250. This provides an extra rear-facing two Artico-covered seats – which are specifically designed for use by children under 3 ft 9 in in height – and is stored under the load compartment floor when not in use.

An Easy-Pack load securing kit can be specified for an additional £295. This provides rails in the load compartment floor with a telescopic bar that means luggage can be safely clamped against the rear seats or side wall.

The GLC Coupé is now also available with the V6 3.0-litre diesel, producing 255 bhp. The GLC 350 d 4MATIC Coupé can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in 6.2 seconds, emits 161 g/km of CO₂ and delivers up to 47.1 mpg on the combined cycle. It is available from £47,135.

First deliveries of the E 200 d Estate, E 350 d Estate and GLC 350 d 4MATIC Coupé are expected in December.