That’s why we are surprised to see this E-Class sedan prototype in such revealing shots. We knew there were a few images taken, but two minutes of video footage is even better if you ask us.

The W213 E-Class sedan is almost completely undisguised. Only the headlights and a bit of the front fascia are still hidden. Meanwhile, the S213 E-Class wagon is more heavily clad in the wrap, suggesting its debut will happen a few months later (Geneva in March 2016?).

We’ve grown accustomed to the way Mercedes constantly strips the camouflage to draw attention. And it’s not that the all-new E-Class has kept everything hidden either.

We’ll be sorry to see the current generation go. After they had given it a significant refresh, it became a great German machine, but the replacement will be even better. The same tech goodies used by the S-Class will be offered, perhaps even better ones in some regards.