By 1999, the German manufacturer had taken all the step to further enhance their highly successful E-Klasse.
The vehicle was slightly redesigned, having gained new front and rear bumpers while the suspension was lowered. Interior features were enhanced while new devices found their way into the cabin such as a new fiber optics navigation system and a new 5-speed automatic transmission with manual mode. It was the same year that Mercedes discontinued the use of diesel engines in the E-Klass on North American territory while European versions were replaced by newer CDI (Common Rail) plants.