Mercedes-Benz W212

Mercedes-Benz W212

Manufacturer	Mercedes-Benz
Also called	Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Production	2009–present
Model years	2010–present
Assembly	Sindelfingen, Germany Toluca, Mexico 6th of October City, Egypt[1] Pekan, Malaysia (DRB-HICOM) Pune, India Beijing, China
Predecessor	Mercedes-Benz W211 Mercedes-Benz W209
Class	Executive car, mid-size luxury car
Body style	4-door saloon 5-door estate 2-door coupe 2-door convertible
Layout	Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive
Engine	2.1L diesel I4 3.0L diesel V6 1.8L turbocharged I4 3.0L V6 3.5L V6 4.7L turbocharged V8 5.5L V8 5.5L turbocharged V8 6.2L V8
Transmission	5-speed automatic 7-speed automatic 6-speed manual
Wheelbase	Coupe/Convertible: 108.7 in (2,761 mm) Sedan/Wagon: 113.1 in (2,873 mm)
Length	Coupe/Convertible: 185.0 in (4,699 mm) E300 Avantgarde 4Matic Sedan: 191.0 in (4,851 mm) Sedan: 191.7 in (4,869 mm) Wagon: 193.1 in (4,905 mm) AMG: 192.2 in (4,882 mm)
Width	Coupe/Convertible: 70.3 in (1,786 mm) Wagon: 71.7 in (1,821 mm) Sedan: 73.0 in (1,854 mm)
Height	Convertible: 55.0 in (1,397 mm) Coupe: 54.8 in (1,392 mm) AMG: 57.7 in (1,466 mm) Wagon: 59.5 in (1,511 mm) E300 Avantgarde 4Matic Sedan Manual: 59.0 in (1,499 mm) E320 Bluetec Avantgarde Sedan: 58.4 in (1,483 mm) E350 Avantgarde Sedan Automatic: 59.1 in (1,501 mm) E550 Avantgarde 4Matic: 58.1 in (1,476 mm)

The Mercedes-Benz W212 is a sedan sold as the ninth-generation E-Class, replacing the previous W211 model. C207 is the chassis code for the related E-Class Coupe, a replacement for the CLK-class coupe and cabriolet. The new E-Class went on sale in Europe in March and in America in July 2009.

Design

The design of the W212 and C207 E-Class is inspired by the ConceptFASCINATION design study. Certain elements of the exterior styling are also taken from the preceding W204 C-Class and W221 S-Class. The bulging rear wheel arches are meant to be reminiscent of the fender flares of historic "Ponton" Mercedes models of the 1950s.

Body types

Saloon

The E-class saloon was unveiled at the 2009 North American International Auto Show. The new saloon went on sale in Europe in March, 2009 as a 2010 model year automobile.^[2] The new E-Class features several new safety technologies including driver fatigue detection, lane-departure warning, and traffic-sign recognition. It also includes features that improve performance, efficiency, and comfort, such as "Direct Control" adaptive suspension, active seats (which change shape to support the passengers in corners), and movable radiator louvers which improve the vehicle's aerodynamics. Standard Mercedes-Benz safety and convenience features, such as the Electronic Stability Program (ESP), airbags, and automatic climate control, are included as well.^[3]

Coupé

The 2009 E-Class Coupé was unveiled at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show and went on sale in May 2009.^[4] The C207 E-Class Coupe is related to the W212 sedan, sharing approximately 60 percent of its mechanical components.^[5] The E-Class Coupe also possesses many of the same new and standard features of the sedan.

Estate

The estate version (chassis code S212) was unveiled at the 2009 Frankfurt motor show^[6] and was released for sale in Europe on August 5.^[7] Early models include the four-cylinder-powered E 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY and E 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY, the V6-powered E 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY and E 350 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY, and the V8-powered E 500.^[8] US models will begin sales in June 2010 for the 2011 model year.^[9]

Cabriolet

The A207 cabriolet was unveiled January 11, 2010 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, USA. It went on sale March 27, 2010 in Europe and in May 2010 in the United States.

Models available in the USA are the E350 (268 bhp) and E550 (382 hp) version. The US versions of the cabriolet feature the AIRSCARF system (a neck-level heating system for front occupants) and the new AIRCAP windshield spoiler system, deflecting air over the cabin for reduced draft and wind noise.^[10]

In Australia, a 1.8 litre 4 cylinder E250 CGI model is available, as well as a 2.2 litre 4-cylinder diesel engine known as the E250 CDI. AIRSCARF and AIRCAP are options on the E250 models.

Special versions

E 63 AMG

2010 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG (US)

The 2009 E63 AMG sedan was unveiled at the 2009 New York International Auto Show.^[11] The new performance version of the E-Class is fitted with the same powertrain as the SL63 AMG, including AMG's 6.2-liter V8 and the SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports automatic transmission with four driver-selectable modes including a fully manual mode. Similar to the C63 AMG, the new E63 is more extensively modified than before, with a new, wider front axle, heavily revised suspension, and more distinct body panels.^[12]

The optional AMG Performance Package includes lightweight, forged 19-inch AMG light-alloy wheels with 255/35R19 front and 285/30R19 rear tires, stiffer suspension, a limited-slip differential, a special three-spoke sport steering wheel, and a reprogramming of the electronic top speed limiter to 300 km/h (190 mph) from 250 km/h (160 mph). The 6.2L V8 has 518 hp (386 kW) 465 lb·ft (630 N·m) and will go from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.3 seconds.^{[citation needed]}

E-Guard

The E-Guard armoured version, which features VR4 (formerly B4) level protection, went on sale in April 2009.^[13] The vehicles are equipped with steel and aramid fiber (Kevlar) armour and bullet-resistant windows, as well as run-flat tyres rated for a top speed of 240 kilometres per hour (150 mph) (50 kilometres (31 mi) at 80 kilometres per hour (50 mph) when deflated), a special Level II version of the Airmatic air suspension system, emergency alarm system, intercom system, and underbody armour.^[14] As of 2011 it has an MSRP (in the Mexican market) of $1,954,900MXN Mexican Pesos, or approximately $143,000USD US Dollars.^[15]

E 250 BlueTEC (2009)

The E 250 BlueTEC is a concept vehicle based on the E 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY sedan, but with BlueTEC selective catalytic reduction and the 7G-TRONIC transmission. The vehicle was unveiled at the 2009 New York Auto Show.^[16] The E 250 BlueTEC is capable of 28 MPG city/39 MPG highway.

E 260 CGI (2010--, only in Chinese market)

The E 260 CGI is the Chinese version of E 250 CGI.^{[citation needed]}

Edition 125 (2011)

It is a version commemorating Karl Benz inventing automobile 125 years ago, for Hong Kong and Mexican markets. It is available for E 250, E 300, E 350 models^[17]

Specifications

Body styles

2009–2010 Mercedes-Benz E 250 CGI (W212) Avantgarde sedan (Australia)

Mercedes-Benz E 300-Dashboard

Chassis code	W212	S212	C207	A207
Body type	Sedan	Estate	Coupé	Cabriolet
Model	Years
E 200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009–	2010–	2010–	2010–
E 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009–	2010–	2009–	2010–
E 300	2009–	2010–	-	-
E 350 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009–	2009–	2009–	2010–
E 350 4MATIC	2009–	2010–	-	-
E 500	2009–	2009–	2009–	2010–
E 500 4MATIC	2009–	-	-	-
E 63 AMG	2009–	2010–	-	-
Model	Years
E 200 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009–	2010–	-	-
E 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009–	2009–	2010–	2010–
E 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009–	2009–	2009–	2010–
E 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	2010–	2010–	–	–
E 350 BlueTEC	2009–	2010–	-	-
E 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009–	2009–	2009–	2010–
E 350 CDI 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY	2009–	2009–	-	-
E-Guard
Model	Years
E 350	2009–	-	-	-
E 500	2009–	-	-	-
E 350 CDIBlueEFFICIENCY	2009–	-	-	-

Engines

Model	Years	Engine	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h	Fuel Consumption/Efficiency (EU-Norm combined)
Petrol Engines[18]
E 200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY 212.048	2009-	1,796 cc (1.796 L; 109.6 cu in) turbocharged I4	184 PS (135 kW; 181 hp)	270 N·m (200 lb·ft)	8 sec	6.8 L/100 km (35 mpg-US)
E 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009-	1,796 cc (1.796 L; 109.6 cu in) turbocharged I4	204 PS (150 kW; 201 hp)	310 N·m (230 lb·ft)	7.4 sec	7.3 L/100 km (32 mpg-US)
E 300	2009-	2,996 cc (2.996 L; 182.8 cu in) V6	231 PS (170 kW; 228 hp)	300 N·m (220 lb·ft)	6.8 sec	9.1 L/100 km (26 mpg-US)
E 350 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009-	3,498 cc (3.498 L; 213.5 cu in) V6	292 PS (215 kW; 288 hp)	365 N·m (269 lb·ft)	6.0 sec	8.5 L/100 km (28 mpg-US)
E 350 4MATIC	2009-	3,498 cc (3.498 L; 213.5 cu in) V6	272 PS (200 kW; 268 hp)@6000	350 N·m (260 lb·ft)@2400-5000	6.3 sec	9.8 L/100 km (24 mpg-US)
E 550	2009-	4,663 cc (4.663 L; 284.6 cu in) twin-turbo V8	402 PS (296 kW; 397 hp) @5,000-5,750	600 N·m (440 lb·ft)@1600-4750	4.2 sec	10.9 L/100 km (21.6 mpg-US)
E 550 4MATIC	2009-	4,663 cc (4.663 L; 284.6 cu in) twin-turbo V8	402 PS (296 kW; 397 hp) @5,000-5,750	600 N·m (440 lb·ft)@1600-4750	4.3 sec	11.4 L/100 km (20.6 mpg-US)
E 63 AMG	2009–2011	6,208 cc (6.208 L; 378.8 cu in) M156 V8	525 PS (386 kW; 518 hp)@6800	630 N·m (460 lb·ft)@	4.3 sec	12.6 L/100 km (18.7 mpg-US)
E 63 AMG	2011-	5,461 cc (5.461 L; 333.3 cu in) M157 twin-turbo V8	525 PS (386 kW; 518 hp)@5250-5750	700 N·m (520 lb·ft)@1750-5000	4.3 sec	9.8 L/100 km (24 mpg-US)
E 63 AMG Performance package 2011 update	2011-	5,461 cc (5.461 L; 333.3 cu in) M157 twin-turbo V8	557 PS (410 kW; 549 hp)@1250-5750	800 N·m (590 lb·ft)@2000-4500	4.2 sec	9.8 L/100 km (24 mpg-US)
Diesel Engines[18]
E 200 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009-	2,143 cc (2.143 L; 130.8 cu in) I4	136 PS (100 kW; 134 hp)	360 N·m (270 lb·ft)@1600–2600	10.2	5.2 L/100 km (45 mpg-US)
E 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009-	2,143 cc (2.143 L; 130.8 cu in) I4	170 PS (130 kW; 170 hp)	400 N·m (300 lb·ft)@1400-2800	8.7	5.3 L/100 km (44 mpg-US)
E 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009-	2,143 cc (2.143 L; 130.8 cu in) I4	204 PS (150 kW; 201 hp)	500 N·m (370 lb·ft)@1600-1800	7.0 - 7.7	5.3 L/100 km (44 mpg-US)
E 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009-	2,987 cc (2.987 L; 182.3 cu in) V6	204 PS (150 kW; 201 hp)	540 N·m (400 lb·ft)@1600-2400	6.0 - 6.8	6.8 L/100 km (35 mpg-US)
E 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	2010-	2,987 cc (2.987 L; 182.3 cu in) V6	231 PS (170 kW; 228 hp)	540 N·m (400 lb·ft)	-	6.8 L/100 km (35 mpg-US)
E 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009-	2,987 cc (2.987 L; 182.3 cu in) V6	231 PS (170 kW; 228 hp)	620 N·m (460 lb·ft)@1600-2400	6.0 - 6.2	6.8 L/100 km (35 mpg-US)
E 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	2010-	2,987 cc (2.987 L; 182.3 cu in) V6	265 PS (195 kW; 261 hp)	620 N·m (460 lb·ft)	-	5.9 L/100 km (40 mpg-US)
E 350 BlueTEC	2009-	2,987 cc (2.987 L; 182.3 cu in) V6	211 PS (155 kW; 208 hp)	540 N·m (400 lb·ft)	-	6.7 L/100 km (35 mpg-US)
E 350 CDI 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY	2009-	2,987 cc (2.987 L; 182.3 cu in) V6	231 PS (170 kW; 228 hp)	540 N·m (400 lb·ft)	-	7.3 L/100 km (32 mpg-US)

E 550 is sold as the E 500 outside the US and Canada.

Transmission

Model	Years	Standard	Optional
E 200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009-	6-speed manual	5-speed automatic
E 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009-	5-speed automatic	-
E 300	2009-	7G-TRONIC	-
E 350 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009-	7G-TRONIC	-
E 350 4MATIC	2009-	7G-TRONIC	-
E 500/E 550 (US)	2009-	7G-TRONIC	-
E 500 4MATIC	2009-	7G-TRONIC	-
E 63 AMG	2009-	SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed	-
Model	Years	Standard	Optional
E 200 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009-	6-speed manual	5-speed automatic
E 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009-	6-speed manual	5-speed automatic
E 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009-	6-speed manual	5-speed automatic
E 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009-	7G-TRONIC	-
E 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	2009-	7G-TRONIC	-
E 350 BlueTEC	2009-	7G-TRONIC	-
E 350 CDI 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY	2009-	7G-TRONIC	-

Gallery

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  E-Class coupe (US)

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  E 350 coupe (Australia)

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  E 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY cabriolet (Germany)

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  W212 interior

Awards

The new E-Class and E-class Coupe were awarded "best-looking car in the world" by AUTOBILD Magazine. 100,000 readers of AUTOBILD voted the E-Class Coupé as the best looking in the "Coupé and Cabriolet" category, as well as electing the Saloon as the overall winner among all new models.^[19]

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• Road & Track Magazine June, 2009 issue
• Automobile Magazine June, 2009 issue

External links

• The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Press kit: Coupé, Sedan, E63 AMG
• Official website
• Wikicars page
• LEAKED: 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W212) brochures with detailed specification sheets!