Over 150 journalists form Germany, Austria and Switzerland have used their expertise and cast the vote on the top cars in 2010. The even was organized by Motorinformationsdienst (mid) and had over 80 cars in 8 different categories nominated, the experts picked the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate as the best business class car, while the Gullwing Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is the best newcomer in the “luxury” category.

In the “business” category, the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate took top honors by quite a significant margin. The premium lifestyle estate has caused a great deal of excitement since its launch with its distinct, dynamic and at the same time elegant design, and also sets new standards in safety, comfort, quality, economy and functionality

The new Gullwing Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG also moved effortlessly into first place in its “luxury” category. Its exciting design featuring the gullwing doors harks back to that sporting legend of the 1950′s – the 300 SL.