The comfort-biased setup used the base DIRECT CONTROL suspension with selective damping system. [13] US models began sales in June 2010 for the 2011 model year. [14], The coupé (C207) was first shown at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show, while the convertible (A207) was unveiled at the 2010 North American International Auto Show. [30] If the driver had shifted up or down manually, after a set period of time the transmission would independently switch back to automatic mode to save fuel. There are also wood trims on the doors, dashboard, and center console, front and rear reading lights, a leather steering wheel, an electrochromatic inside rearview mirror, and front and rear floor mats. The 6.2 L V8 has 525 PS (386 kW; 518 hp) 465 lb⋅ft (630 N⋅m) and will accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in approximately 4.5 seconds. The AIRMATIC air suspension featured electronically-controlled damping. [40] Insurance Institute for Highway Safety score the E-Class Good overall in the moderate overlap front crash test, but did not pass the small front overlap. [10], The estate version (chassis code S212) was unveiled at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show[11] and was released for sale in Europe on 5 August. [59] As of 2011 it has an MSRP (in the Mexican market) of $1,954,900MXN Mexican Pesos, or approximately US$143,000 US Dollars.[60]. The saloon went on sale in Europe in March 2009 as a 2010 model year automobile. Your Mercedes-Benz E Class (E 250 CDI) will have a more efficient fuel consumption with the same driving style and the engine will feel a bit more 'responsive'. Other changes made on the 2009 model included a wider-framed grille, new air intakes, and an overall wedge-shaped profile. The Estate model received an air suspension with self-leveling as standard on the rear axle. [21][22] Compared to typically subtle Mercedes-Benz minor model updates, the changes to the W212 were relatively extensive. Your Mercedes-Benz E Class (E 250 CDI) will have a more efficient fuel consumption with the same driving style and the engine will feel a bit more 'responsive'. We recommend this stage to everyone: even if you don't need the extra power, this optimalisation will make your Mercedes-Benz E Class (E 250 CDI) drive a lot more comfortable. [53], The styling has been altered for both aesthetic and practical purposes: AMG side skirts and rear apron give the E 63 more aggressive styling, and the larger air apertures on the front of the car allow for more air intake to the naturally aspirated 6.2 litre V8. [43], U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash testing of the 2014 US model year E-Class yielded a four-star driver and four-star passenger rating in the frontal-collision test (out of five stars). https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Mercedes-Benz_E-Class_(W212)&oldid=990239129, Pages using multiple image with auto scaled images, Articles with unsourced statements from August 2011, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, 2,874 mm (113.15 in) (2010/2014: Saloon/Estate), 1,854 mm (72.99 in) (Saloon/Estate) [46][47] Although the mid-cycle refresh was overwhelmingly praised;[48][49] the design received mixed opinions as Mercedes decided to take a more streamlined direction with the redesign, replacing the twin headlamp design with a single lens design, which brought the E-Class design up to date with the ongoing F800 Style design language found on cars like the A-Class, B-Class, C-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class and M-Class. [9], The E-Class features several new safety technologies including driver drowsiness detection, lane departure warning, and traffic sign recognition. Your Mercedes-Benz E Class (E 250 CDI) will have a more efficient fuel consumption with the same driving style and the engine will feel a bit more 'responsive'. [30], The facelift could be ordered with two distinct design variants: Sport and Luxury, which featured two different front-end designs for each line. The body styles of the range are: Coupé and convertible models of the E-Class of the same vintage are W204 C-Class derived and known as the C207 and A207, replacing the CLK-Class coupe and cabriolet. Chiptuning Mercedes E 2009 - W212 250 CDI (2.1) 204HP Lille - Here are the results after reprogramming of the engine control unit. We recommend this stage to everyone: even if you don't need the extra power, this optimalisation will make your Mercedes-Benz E Class (E 250 CDI) drive a lot more comfortable. Mercedes still offered an optional AMG "S" Performance Package, which adds 27 bhp in power for a total of 585 PS (577 bhp; 430 kW) at 5500 rpm and 800 N⋅m (590 lbf⋅ft) at 1750-5000 rpm[56] and delimits the car's top speed to 186 mph. The twin headlamp design was replaced with a singular front light (marking the end of Mercedes's dual headlamps use), while the light elements within the headlamps helped to retain the "four-eyed" appearance. Genuinely Well Maintained Unit. [33] The doors and front fenders were re-shaped, eliminating the wheel arch bulge and replacing it with a more traditional character line in the sheet metal. [26] The facelift brings significant styling changes, improved engines, more standard equipment and several extra hi-tech features. Standard Mercedes-Benz safety and convenience features, such as the Electronic Stability Program (ESP), airbags, and automatic climate control, are included as well. There are also BlueTec versions of the E 250, E 300 Hybrid and E 350. [20], Mercedes gave the interior a subtle facelift, one that features a more spacious cockpit with height adjustable bucket front seats, remote power door locks, power mirrors, heated mirrors, 4 one-touch power windows, and remote window operation. The E 550 makes use of a 4.7-liter turbo charged V8 engine developing 402 hp (300 kW). [17], The 2009 E-Class’ design was inspired by the new design language Mercedes adopted at that time for the C-Class, S-Class, and CLS-Class. In 2011, the 6.2-litre V8 was replaced by a twin-turbo version of the 5.5-litre V8 available in the E 500/E 550; power remained the same as for the earlier, naturally aspirated 6.2-litre engine. 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. In the rear, the LED taillights were given horizontal design, while Sport models featured exposed dual exhaust pipes. [61] The E 250 BlueTEC is capable of 28 MPG city/39 MPG highway. Side crash results were five out of five stars for both front and rear seats. [34], Mercedes' Intelligent Drive technology equipped the 2014 E-Class with up to eleven new or enhanced driving assistance features. The same engine powers the E 220 CDI where it's tuned to output 168 hp (125 kW), while in the E 250 CDI it churns 201 hp (150 kW). Also for the first time it can also be had in 4Matic four-wheel drive system. With a 518 hp (386 kW) engine, the E 63 can achieve a top speed of around 200 mph (320 km/h) (electronic limiter off), and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) in 4.4 seconds. [51], The optional AMG Performance Pack 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 (186 mph) from 250 km/h (155 mph). A clogged DPF can be compared with running with your nose closed. It is available for E 250, E 300 and E 350 models.[62]. STAGE 1. The W212 E-Class was succeeded by the W213 E-Class in 2016 for the 2017 model year. [44], The E-Class image suffered a downturn in the late 1990s and early 2000s. In October 2013, the AMG S model of the E 63 was introduced; this version has 585 PS (430 kW; 577 hp) and replaces the earlier Performance Pack model. [57], The E-Guard armoured version, which features VR4 (formerly B4) level protection, went on sale in April 2009.