The 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 300 CDI BlueEfficiency W212, offered in Europe from July 2010 to mid-2012, is a rear-wheel drive (RWD) 4-door luxury sedan model. It includes a 2987 cm3 V6 Diesel engine (OM642 LS DE30) with turbocharger and intercooler, variable turbo, DOHC and V-72deg, producing 231 KF / 228 hp / 170 kW at 3800 engine rpm and 540 Nm of torque at 1600 – 2400 rpm. of the engine. Combined with a 7-speed automatic transmission (Daimler-Benz 7G-Tronic), it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 246 km/h. Its combined fuel consumption is 7.9 L/100km. The car has a length of 4868 mm, a width of 1854 mm, a height of 1465 mm and weighs 1750 kg, with a fuel tank of 80 liters.
Overview
| Model: | W212 E 300 CDI BlueEfficiency |
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| Production year: | 2010 |
| Transmission: | Automatic with 7 gears |
| Starting price: | € 52,000 |
| Engine size: | 3.0 L |
| Max torque: | 540 Nm |
| Cylinders alignment: | V 6 |
| Charge system: | Turbocharged |
| Displacement: | 2987 cm3 |
| Max power: | 231 PS / 228 hp / 170 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 5 |
| Body style: | Sedan |
| 0-80 km/h: | 4.9 s |
| 0-100 km/h: | 6.9 s |
| 0-160 km/h: | 18.1 s |
| 0-200 km/h: | 32.8 s |
| Top speed: | 246 km/h |
| Curb weight: | 1750 kg |
| Gross weight: | 2350 kg |
| Length: | 4868 mm |
| Width: | 1854 mm |
| Height: | 1465 mm |
| Fuel capacity: | 80 litra |
Expert reviews
Consumption
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Safety
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Performance
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Driveability
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Durability
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Maintenance
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Design
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Summary
The Mercedes-Benz E 300 CDI BlueEfficiency W212 (2010) is a luxury sedan valued for its high efficiency, solid V6 diesel engine performance and smooth, refined ride comfort. OM642 V6 diesel engines are known for oil cooler oil leak problems and intake manifold failures. Although the W212 series was significantly improved, early models could exhibit undercarriage rust and rare electronic issues. For informed buyers looking for luxury, power and economy, this model remains an attractive choice.