The 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 350 CDI BlueTEC W212, offered in Europe from September 2009 to February 2013, is a 4-door rear-wheel drive (RWD) luxury sedan model. It includes a 2987 cm3 V6 Diesel engine (OM642 DE30) with turbocharger (variable) and intercooler, with DOHC and V-72deg, producing 211 KF / 208 hp / 155 kW at 3400 engine rpm and 540 Nm of torque at 1600 – 2400 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 4868 mm, a width of 1854 mm, a height of 1472 mm and weighs 1770 kg, with a fuel tank of 80 liters.
Overview
| Model: | W212 E 350 CDI BlueTEC |
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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: | 211 PS / 208 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 6 |
| Body style: | Sedan |
| 0-80 km/h: | 5.3 s |
| 0-100 km/h: | 7.6 s |
| 0-160 km/h: | 20 s |
| 0-200 km/h: | 37.8 s |
| Top speed: | 240 km/h |
| Curb weight: | 1770 kg |
| Gross weight: | 2370 kg |
| Length: | 4868 mm |
| Width: | 1854 mm |
| Height: | 1472 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 350 CDI BlueTEC W212 (2010) is a luxury sedan appreciated for its powerful V6 diesel engine with BlueTEC technology, offering excellent efficiency and low emissions. It provides 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, the OM642 V6 diesel engine has had known issues such as oil cooler oil leaks and intake manifold failures. For informed buyers looking for a luxurious, economical and high-performance car, the E 350 BlueTEC remains a strong choice.