Mercedes-Benz E-class E-class (W212)

Mercedes-Benz - E-class (W212)

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelE-class
GenerationE-class (W212)
ModificationE 500 BlueEFFICIENCY V8 (408 Hp) 7G-TRONIC PLUS
Start Of ProductionAugust, 2011 year
End Of ProductionJanuary, 2013 year

Performance

The E-class is a high-performance car with impressive acceleration and a top speed of 250 km/h. Its drag coefficient of 0.28 ensures efficient aerodynamics.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh5.2 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph5.2 sec
Max Speed250 km/h, Electronically limited 155.34 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.28

Body & Dimensions

The Mercedes-Benz E-class is a luxury sedan with a spacious interior, offering 5 seats across 4 doors. Its dimensions include a length of 4868 mm, width of 1854 mm, height of 1471 mm, and a wheelbase of 2874 mm. The front track is 1598 mm, and the rear track is 1614 mm, providing a minimum turning circle of 11.25 m. The car's overall width, including mirrors, is 2071 mm, with a front overhang of 841 mm and a rear overhang of 1153 mm.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4868 mm 191.65 in.
Width1854 mm 72.99 in.
Width Including Mirrors2071 mm 81.54 in.
Height1471 mm 57.91 in.
Wheelbase2874 mm 113.15 in.
Front Track1598 mm 62.91 in.
Rear Track1614 mm 63.54 in.
Front Overhang841 mm 33.11 in.
Rear Overhang1153 mm 45.39 in.
Min Turning Circle11.25 m 36.91 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The Mercedes-Benz E-class is a fuel-efficient vehicle with a petrol engine that meets Euro 5 emission standards. It has an urban economy of 12.6 l/100 km, extra urban economy of 6.7 l/100 km, and combined economy of 8.9 l/100 km. It emits 209 g/km of CO2. The vehicle is available in various fuel types and meets different emission standards.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel Consumption Urban Economy Nedc12.6 l/100 km 18.67 US mpg 22.42 UK mpg 7.94 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban Economy Nedc6.7 l/100 km 35.11 US mpg 42.16 UK mpg 14.93 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined Economy Nedc8.9 l/100 km 26.43 US mpg 31.74 UK mpg 11.24 km/l
Co2 Emissions Nedc209 g/km
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Emission StandardEuro 5

Engine & Transmission

The E-class is a high-performance luxury sedan equipped with a 4.0L BiTurbo, Intercooled V-engine that generates 408 HP and 600 Nm of torque. It features an 8-cylinder, 284.55 cu. in. engine with a compression ratio of 10.5:1 and direct injection. The car is rear-wheel driven with a 7-speed automatic transmission and an independent multi-link suspension. It has an engine oil capacity of 8 liters and requires 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-40, or 5W-40 engine oil.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power408 Hp @ 5000-5750 rpm.
Power Per Litre87.5 Hp/l
Torque600 Nm @ 1600-4750 rpm. 442.54 lb.-ft. @ 1600-4750 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 278.922
Engine Displacement4663 cm3 284.55 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders8
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore92.9 mm 3.66 in.
Piston Stroke86 mm 3.39 in.
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemDirect injection
Engine AspirationBiTurbo, Intercooler
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine Oil Capacity8 l 8.45 US qt | 7.04 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification0W-30, 5W-30 / MB 229.6 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 / MB 229.5
Coolant12.3 l 13 US qt | 10.82 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox7 gears, automatic transmission G-TRONIC PLUS
Front SuspensionIndependent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Air suspension
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link suspension, Air suspension, Transverse stabilizer
Engine SystemsStart & Stop System

Brakes

The Mercedes-Benz E-class features ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes, with sizes of 360 mm and 320 mm respectively. It comes with hydraulic steering and a steering rack and pinion system. The car is equipped with front wheel tires measuring 245/40 R18 and 245/35 R19, and rear wheel tires measuring 265/35 R18 and 275/30 R19. The vehicle also includes an ABS system for anti-lock braking. The wheel rims are 8.5J x 18; 8.5J x 19 for front and 9J x 18; 9.5J x 19 for rear.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs, 360 mm
Rear BrakesVentilated discs, 320 mm
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Tires SizeFront wheel tires: 245/40 R18; 245/35 R19 Rear wheel tires: 265/35 R18; 275/30 R19
Wheel Rims SizeFront wheel rims: 8.5J x 18; 8.5J x 19 Rear wheel rims: 9J x 18; 9.5J x 19

Weight & Capacity

The Mercedes-Benz E-class is a luxury sedan with a weight-to-power ratio of 4.6 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 3.1 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1865 kg and a maximum weight of 2485 kg. The trunk boot space is 532 liters, and it can tow a trailer load of up to 2100 kg with brakes or 750 kg without brakes. The permitted roof load is 100 kg.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio4.6 kg/Hp, 218.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio3.1 kg/Nm, 321.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1865 kg 4111.62 lbs.
Max Weight2485 kg 5478.49 lbs.
Max Load620 kg 1366.87 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum532 l 18.79 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity80 l 21.13 US gal | 17.6 UK gal
Max Roof Load100 kg 220.46 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent2100 kg 4629.71 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes750 kg 1653.47 lbs.
Permitted Towbar Download84 kg 185.19 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - E-class (W212)

The length of the Mercedes-Benz E-class is 4868 mm (191.65 in.)

The Mercedes-Benz E-class has 5 seats

The minimum turning circle of the Mercedes-Benz E-class is 11.25 m (36.91 ft.)

5.2 seconds

250 km/h (electronically limited to 155.34 mph)

0.28

The Mercedes-Benz E-class is available with petrol (gasoline) fuel type.

The Mercedes-Benz E-class meets Euro 5 emission standards.

The Mercedes-Benz E-class has an urban economy of 12.6 l/100 km.

The engine displacement is 4.0L (284.55 cu. in.)

The compression ratio is 10.5:1

The E-class has a 7-speed automatic transmission

The car has ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes.

The car has front wheel tires measuring 245/40 R18 and 245/35 R19, and rear wheel tires measuring 265/35 R18 and 275/30 R19.

The car has a steering rack and pinion system.

The starting price of the E-class varies depending on the trim and options chosen.

The E-class offers a generous amount of cargo space, with up to 16 cubic feet in the trunk.

The E-class offers a range of fuel-efficient engine options, with some models achieving up to 30 mpg on the highway.

The weight-to-power ratio is 4.6 kg/Hp.

The weight-to-torque ratio is 3.1 kg/Nm.

The maximum weight the Mercedes-Benz E-class can handle is 2485 kg.