The 2015 Mercedes-Benz E 200 W212, offered in Europe from February 2013 to December 2015, is a facelift (phase II) model of the 4-door rear-wheel drive (RWD) luxury sedan. It includes a 1991 cm3 Line 4 (M274 DE20) Gasoline engine with turbocharger, 3rd generation gasoline direct injection with piezo-electric injectors, CVVT, DOHC, and Start-Stop function, producing 184 KF / 181 hp / 135 kW at 5500 engine rpm and 300 Nm of force. rotatingat 1200 – 4000 engine revolutions. Combined with a 7-speed automatic transmission (Daimler-Benz 7G-Tronic), it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 8 seconds and reaches a top speed of 231 km/h. Its combined fuel consumption is 8.5 L/100km. The car has a length of 4879 mm, a width of 1854 mm, a height of 1474 mm and weighs 1580 kg, with a fuel tank of 59 liters.
Overview
| Model: | W212 E 200 |
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| Production year: | 2015 |
| Transmission: | Automatic with 7 gears |
| Starting price: | € 40,000 |
| Engine size: | 2.0 L |
| Max torque: | 300 Nm |
| Cylinders alignment: | Line 4 |
| Charge system: | Turbo gasoline |
| Displacement: | 1991 cm3 |
| Max power: | 184 PS / 181 hp / 135 kW |
| Fuel type: | Gasoline |
| Fuel consumption: | 8.5 L/100km combined |
| Extra-urban: | 6.2-7.4 L/100km |
| City: | 10.3-12.4 L/100km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Body style: | Sedan |
| 0-80 km/h: | 5.3 s |
| 0-100 km/h: | 8 s |
| 0-160 km/h: | 20.9 s |
| 0-200 km/h: | 41.8 s |
| Top speed: | 231 km/h |
| Curb weight: | 1580 kg |
| Gross weight: | 2210 kg |
| Length: | 4879 mm |
| Width: | 1854 mm |
| Height: | 1474 mm |
| Fuel capacity: | 59 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 200 W212 (2015) is a luxury sedan rated for fuel efficiency and solid performance thanks to its M274 turbo direct injection engine and 7G-Tronic transmission. It offers a smooth and refined ride, making it an enjoyable car to drive. However, the M274 engine, especially in the 2015-2016 models, has had known issues with piston and turbo problems, as well as oil leaks from the camshaft sensors. For informed buyers looking for a luxury, economical and stylish car, this model remains a worthwhile choice, subject to a full service history.