Mercedes has released the first official pictures and details of the all-new E-class estate.

The new Mercedes E-class estate will be publicly unveiled at the Frankfurt motor show this September and will go on sale at the start of 2010.

The engine line-up is expected to mirror that of the saloon, which means it will include a 170PS 220CDI and a 204PS 250CDI both capable of 48.7 mpg and producing 150g/km CO2.

Prices have yet to be officially confirmed, however the estate is expected to cost from £30,000.