The 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 300 4MATIC BlueEfficiency W212, offered in Europe from September 2011 to February 2013, is a 4-door, four-wheel drive (AWD) luxury sedan model with permanent 4MATIC system. It includes a 3498 cm3 V6 Petrol (M276 DE35) 3rd generation direct injection petrol engine with piezo-electric injectors, VVT, DOHC and ECO Start-Stop function, producing 252 KF / 248 hp / 185 kW at 6500 engine rpm and 340 Nm of torque at 3500 – 4500 engine revolutions. Combined with a 7-speed automatic transmission (Daimler-Benz 7G-Tronic), it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 7 seconds and reaches a top speed of 256 km/h. Its combined fuel consumption is 11 L/100km. The car has a length of 4868 mm, a width of 1854 mm, a height of 1474 mm and weighs 1740 kg, with a fuel tank of 80 liters.
Overview
| Model: | W212 E 300 4MATIC BlueEfficiency |
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| Production year: | 2011 |
| Transmission: | Automatic with 7 gears |
| Starting price: | € 51,000 |
| Engine size: | 3.5 L |
| Max torque: | 340 Nm |
| Cylinders alignment: | V 6 |
| Charge system: | Naturally aspired |
| Displacement: | 3498 cm3 |
| Max power: | 252 PS / 248 hp / 185 kW |
| Fuel type: | Gasoline |
| Fuel consumption: | 11 L/100km combined |
| Extra-urban: | 8.1-9.7 L/100km |
| City: | 13.2-15.8 L/100km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Body style: | Sedan |
| 0-80 km/h: | 4.8 s |
| 0-100 km/h: | 7 s |
| 0-160 km/h: | 17 s |
| 0-200 km/h: | 30.1 s |
| Top speed: | 256 km/h |
| Curb weight: | 1740 kg |
| Gross weight: | 2360 kg |
| Length: | 4868 mm |
| Width: | 1854 mm |
| Height: | 1474 mm |
| Fuel capacity: | 80 litra |
Expert reviews
Consumption
65%
Safety
80%
Performance
85%
Driveability
85%
Durability
75%
Maintenance
70%
Design
85%
Summary
The Mercedes-Benz E 300 4MATIC BlueEfficiency W212 (2011) is a luxury sedan rated for its direct injection V6 engine and 4MATIC system, offering a smooth and safe ride. Experts point to the excellent balance between comfort, interior quality and solid performance. The W212 is known to be a generally reliable car with regular maintenance, although the M276 engines may have some minor issues with the timing chain or oil leaks at high mileages. This car is a strong choice for those looking for an all-season capable luxury car with a refined driving experience.