# Reliably Minimalist Wagons The Mercedes E-Class Estate Focuses On Fundamental Features By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-06-09 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eclass-estate References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/mercedes-e-class-estate/43710/) & [mbusa](http://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/future/model/model-All_New_2017_E_Sedan) The brand new [Mercedes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-benz-g580) E-Class Estate is a truly innovative vehicle that is targeted towards auto buyers who want a reliable [wagon-style vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-wagon) rather than a [fancy, over-the-top SUV](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brabus-xl-800-cabrio-gwagen) loaded with expensive features that they won't fully utilize. What's great about the Mercedes E-Class Estate is the fact that it will be offered with as many as seven different engine options that allow you to choose the feature that is best suited for your intended use. The engines range from between an entry level four-cylinder engine that offers 150 horsepower and 266 pound-feet of torque all the way up to the most advanced engine, that offers 258 horsepower. The E-Class Estate is a vehicle that embraces simplicity by offering only those features that families will use. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Reliable Minimalist Wagons:** Opportunity for automakers to focus on creating reliable wagon-style vehicles with minimal but useful features. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Industry:** Opportunity for automakers to cater to auto buyers who prefer reliable wagons over SUVs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Premium Electric Station Wagons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-benz-g580.md) - [Ruggedly Sleek Auto Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expedition-motor-company.md) - [Expansive Infotainment Display Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-mercedesbenz-eclass.md) - [Stylish Concept Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-cla.md) - [Powerful All-Electric Station Wagons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-a6-avant.md) - [Luxe Long-Range Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-eqs.md) - [Compact Long-Range Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-glb.md) - [High-Performance Luxury SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highperformance-luxury-suv.md) - [Luxury Vehicle Test Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-world.md)