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Mercedes-Benz E-class Cabrio (A207) E 550 V8 (382 Hp) 7G-TRONIC
Overall Rating
Mercedes-Benz E-class:
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a range of executive cars manufactured by German automaker Mercedes-Benz in various engine and body configurations. Produced since September 1953, the E-Class falls as a midrange in the Mercedes line-up, and has been marketed worldwide across five generations.
Before 1993, the E suffix in Mercedes-Benz model names referred to Einspritzmotor when in the early 1970s fuel injection began to proliferate beyond its upper-tier luxury and sporting models. By the launch of the facelifted W124 in 1993 fuel injection was ubiquitous in Mercedes engines, and the E was adopted as a prefix. The model line is referred to officially as the E-Class. All generations of the E-Class have offered either rear-wheel drive or Mercedes' 4Matic four-wheel drive system....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Cabrio (A207) Overview:
Mercedes-Benz E-class (Cabrio (A207)). With 530 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1836 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
E 550 V8 (382 Hp) 7G-TRONIC Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Very strong V8 performance, offering smooth and powerful acceleration suitable for a luxury cabriolet.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is a secondary concern for this powerful V8, expect higher consumption.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Elegant and timeless design
- • High-quality interior materials and finish
- • Comfortable ride, especially for a convertible
- • Wide range of powerful and efficient engines
- • Refined open-top driving experience
- • Good safety features for its era
Cons:
- • Rear seats are cramped for adults on long journeys
- • Boot space is compromised with the roof down
- • Can be expensive to maintain and repair
- • Some earlier models had less advanced infotainment
- • Hydraulic steering can feel less engaging than electric systems
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(T-modell (S211, facelift 2006): 2007 - 2009).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | E-class |
| Generation: | Cabrio (A207) |
| Modification (Engine): | E 550 V8 (382 Hp) 7G-TRONIC |
| Start of production: | 2009 |
| End of production: | 2011 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 382 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 70 Hp/l [190mm less] |
| Torque: | 530 Nm @ 2800-4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M 273 More details about the engine M 273 |
| Engine displacement: | 5461 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 98 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.7:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6500 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.8 kg/Hp, 208.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.5 kg/Nm, 288.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1836 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 390 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 300 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4698 mm mm [190mm less] |
| Width: | 1786 mm mm [36mm less] |
| Height: | 1398 mm mm [108mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2760 mm mm [94mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2015 mm |
| Front track: | 1538 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1544 mm |
| Front overhang: | 855 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1083 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.95 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | G-TRONIC |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 235/40 R18; 235/35 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 8J x 18; 8J x 19; 8.5J x 19 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
If you could change one thing about the Mercedes-Benz E-class, what would it be?