The 2014 Mercedes-Benz E 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC W212, offered in Europe from September 2014 to December 2015, is a facelift (phase II) model of the 4-door luxury sedan with all-wheel drive (AWD) with a permanent 4MATIC system. It includes a Diesel engine 2987 cm3 V6 (OM642 LS DE30) with turbocharger (variable) and intercooler, with DOHC, V-72deg and Start-Stop function, producing 258 KF / 255 hp / 190 kW at 3400 engine revolutions and 620 Nm of torque at 1600 – 2400 engine revolutions. Combined with a 7-speed automatic transmission (Daimler-Benz 7G-Tronic), it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds and reaches a top speed of 251 km/h. Its combined fuel consumption is 8 L/100km. The car has a length of 4879 mm, a width of 1854 mm, a height of 1474 mm and weighs 1840 kg, with a fuel tank of 59 liters.
Overview
| Model: | W212 E 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC |
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| Production year: | 2014 |
| Transmission: | Automatic with 7 gears |
| Starting price: | € 58,000 |
| Engine size: | 3.0 L |
| Max torque: | 620 Nm |
| Cylinders alignment: | V 6 |
| Charge system: | Turbocharged |
| Displacement: | 2987 cm3 |
| Max power: | 258 PS / 255 hp / 190 kW |
| Fuel type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption: | 8 L/100km combined |
| Extra-urban: | 5.8-7 L/100km |
| City: | 9.8-11.8 L/100km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Body style: | Sedan |
| 0-80 km/h: | 4.7 s |
| 0-100 km/h: | 6.7 s |
| 0-160 km/h: | 17.2 s |
| 0-200 km/h: | 30.5 s |
| Top speed: | 251 km/h |
| Curb weight: | 1840 kg |
| Gross weight: | 2460 kg |
| Length: | 4879 mm |
| Width: | 1854 mm |
| Height: | 1474 mm |
| Fuel capacity: | 59 litra |
Expert reviews
Consumption
80%
Safety
80%
Performance
85%
Driveability
85%
Durability
70%
Maintenance
70%
Design
85%
Summary
The Mercedes-Benz E 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC W212 (2014) is a luxury sedan acclaimed for its powerful V6 diesel engine performance, high efficiency and advanced 4MATIC system. It offers a smooth, refined and safe ride. OM642 V6 diesel engines are generally reliable, but experts cite known issues such as oil cooler oil leaks and intake manifold failures. Also, like all diesel engines with a DPF, there can be problems with the particulate filter clogging. For informed buyers looking for a luxurious, economical car capable of all road conditions, the E 350 BlueTEC remains a strong choice.