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Auto Express is first behind the wheel of the Mercedes Fascination... A breathtaking vision of the future.


It's Mercedes' fascinating take on the future, and Auto Express has driven it first!

An undisputed star of this year's Paris Motor Show, the ultra-stylish Fascination represents the very latest in the firm's design and technology.

Officially, the shooting brake is a blueprint for the all-new E-Class, and with its long, lithe bodywork, it also hints at the look of the next CLK. And as both of those models are set to remain top-secret until early next year, our exclusive drive offers the clearest view yet of what will be on offer.

In the flesh,the Fascination is one of Mercedes' most dramatically styled models ever. As well as a distinctive headlamp design, it gets a deep front grille and a sharp crease along the flank. At the rear are sharp-looking tail-lights and an integrated exhaust system. The hatchback tailgate - not confirmed for production - points to a new, practical evolution of the CLK coupé, and opens with the simple press of a keyfob-mounted button.

Inside, the cabin takes inspiration from the S-Class limousine. It's fitted with that car's COMAND multimedia control set-up, as well as safety kit such asnight vision cameras and collision avoidance systems.The strict four-seateralso gets a generous boot, lined with wood and chrome.
Mercedes says the radical shape was influenced by the Volvo P1800, as well as limited-edition Aston Martin shooting brakes of the Seventies and Eighties.


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