W213 E-Class ownership has a reputation among enthusiasts for delivering exactly the kind of effortless, long-distance composure that the executive saloon class exists to provide, and this 2019 E 220d Avantgarde in AMG Line specification makes a strong case for itself from the outset. The 2.0-litre turbocharged diesel produces 194 HP and a substantial 400 Nm of torque, which in combination with the nine-speed automatic gearbox gives the car a relaxed, unhurried quality on the move that suits its character well. Rear-Wheel Drive remains the classically correct configuration for an E-Class, and the Agility Control suspension does a fine job of keeping the ride composed without letting the handling feel vague or disconnected. Inside, the cabin is finished in Black Nappa leather with heated front seats and the full AMG Line interior treatment, all of which sit against the wide dual-screen digital display that gives this generation of E-Class a cabin that still reads as genuinely contemporary. The AMG Line exterior brings a more purposeful visual presence without overstating anything, which is entirely in keeping with the car's character. Safety equipment runs to Active Brake Assist, Blind Spot Monitor, and Attention Assist, all sourced to full Japanese domestic market specification. As a complete package, this is a thoroughly well-equipped executive saloon that asks for very little compromise in return for a great deal of ability.