
Utility vehicles continue to be in high demand in the United States – not only in the mainstream segment but also in the premium league. Mercedes-Benz is one of the automakers that are most dependent on its SUV range and it has decided to trim down its lineup of sedans and coupes to simplify its product portfolio. The C-Class and E-Class in coupe and convertible forms are living on borrowed time and will reportedly be replaced by a brand new model – the so-called CLE-Class.