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Mercedes-Benz E-class W212 E 500 BlueEFFICIENCY V8 (408 Hp) 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC PLUS
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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)
W212 Overview:
Mercedes-Benz E-class (W212). With 600 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1910 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5.2 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The W212 E-Class achieved an excellent 5-star Euro NCAP rating, demonstrating strong adult occupant protection and a comprehensive suite of safety assist systems for its time.
E 500 BlueEFFICIENCY V8 (408 Hp) 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC PLUS Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Exceptional V8 power with 4MATIC, delivering rapid acceleration and superior traction.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy for an AWD V8 of this output, thanks to BlueEFFICIENCY.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Refined and comfortable ride quality
- • Luxurious and well-appointed interior
- • Wide range of strong and efficient engines, especially diesels
- • Excellent safety features and crash test ratings
- • Solid build quality and prestigious brand image
- • Advanced technology for its era
Cons:
- • Potentially high maintenance and repair costs, especially for complex systems
- • Some early models experienced electronic glitches
- • Older petrol V6/V8 engines can be quite thirsty
- • Steering feel can be less engaging than some rivals
- • Depreciation can be significant, though offers good used value
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(W210: August, 1996 - June, 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | E-class |
| Generation: | W212 |
| Modification (Engine): | E 500 BlueEFFICIENCY V8 (408 Hp) 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC PLUS |
| Start of production: | August, 2011 |
| End of production: | January, 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 408 Hp @ 5000-5750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 87.5 Hp/l [73mm more] |
| Torque: | 600 Nm @ 1600-4750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M 278.922 More details about the engine M 278.922 |
| Engine displacement: | 4663 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | BiTurbo, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8 l |
| Coolant: | 12.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92.9 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 13 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h, Electronically limited |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.7 kg/Hp, 213.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.2 kg/Nm, 314.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1910 |
| Max. weight: | 2510 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 600 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 532 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2100 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 84 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4868 mm mm [73mm more] |
| Width: | 1854 mm mm [55mm more] |
| Height: | 1471 mm mm [35mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2874 mm mm [41mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2071 mm |
| Front track: | 1598 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1614 mm |
| Front overhang: | 841 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1153 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.25 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | G-TRONIC PLUS |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 360 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 320 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 245/40 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 8.5J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Air suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Air suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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