The 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 320 BlueTEC W211, offered in North America (US) from mid-2007 to mid-2007, is a facelift (phase II) model of the rear-wheel drive (RWD) 4-door luxury sedan. It includes a Diesel engine 2987 cm3 V6 (OM642 DE30) with turbocharger and intercooler, with Bosch Common Rail direct injection, producing 208 KF / 211 PS / 155 kW at 3800 engine rpm and 542 Nm of torque at 1600 engine rpm. Combined with a 7-speed automatic transmission (Daimler-Benz 7G-Tronic), it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 7.6 seconds and reaches a top speed of 240 km/h. Its combined fuel consumption is 7.9 L/100km. The car has a length of 4851 mm, a width of 1822 mm, a height of 1483 mm and weighs 1751 kg, with a fuel tank of 80 liters.
Overview
| Model: | W211 E 320 BlueTEC 7G-Tronic |
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| Production year: | 2007 |
| Transmission: | Automatic with 7 gears |
| Starting price: | $51,550 |
| Engine size: | 3.0 L |
| Max torque: | 542 Nm |
| Cylinders alignment: | V 6 |
| Charge system: | Turbocharged |
| Displacement: | 2987 cm3 |
| Max power: | 208 PS / 211 hp / 155 kW |
| Fuel type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption: | 7.9 L/100km combined |
| Extra-urban: | 5.5-6.6 L/100km |
| City: | 10-12 L/100km |
| Emission standard: | Euro N/A |
| Body style: | Sedan |
| 0-80 km/h: | 5.3 s |
| 0-100 km/h: | 7.6 s |
| 0-160 km/h: | 20.3 s |
| 0-200 km/h: | 38.1 s |
| Top speed: | 240 km/h |
| Curb weight: | 1751 kg |
| Gross weight: | 2275 kg |
| Length: | 4851 mm |
| Width: | 1822 mm |
| Height: | 1483 mm |
| Fuel capacity: | 80 litra |
Expert reviews
Summary
The Mercedes-Benz E 320 BlueTEC W211 (2007) is a luxury sedan prized for its powerful V6 diesel engine with BlueTEC technology for low emissions and excellent fuel efficiency. This model offers a smooth, refined and reliable ride, ideal for long journeys. Experts appreciate the high torque and the ability to cover large distances on a single tank of fuel. However, W211 models may have issues with the Sensotronic Brake Control (SBC) braking system in early models, chassis corrosion and problems with the Airmatic system. Diesel engines can also face problems such as leaking oil from the oil cooler or clogging of the DPF if they are not properly maintained. For buyers who are aware of these maintenance issues and are looking for a luxury, economical and high-performance car, the E 320 BlueTEC remains a strong choice.