The 2015 Mercedes-Benz E 220 BlueTEC W212, offered in Europe from September 2014 to December 2015, is a facelift (phase II) model of the rear-wheel drive (RWD) 4-door luxury sedan. It includes a Diesel engine 2143 cm3 Line 4 (OM651 DE22) with turbocharger and intercooler, with Common-Rail direct injection and Start-Stop function, DOHC, producing 170 KF / 168 hp / 125 kW at 3000 – 4200 engine revolutions and 400 Nm of torque at 1400 – 2800 engine revolutions. Combined with a 6-speed manual transmission, it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 8.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 230 km/h. Its combined fuel consumption is 6.4 L/100km. The car has a length of 4879 mm, a width of 1854 mm, a height of 1474 mm and weighs 1660 kg, with a fuel tank of 59 liters.
Overview
| Model: | W212 E 220 BlueTEC |
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| Production year: | 2015 |
| Transmission: | 6-speed manual |
| Starting price: | € 40,000 |
| Engine size: | 2.1 L |
| Max torque: | 400 Nm |
| Cylinders alignment: | Line 4 |
| Charge system: | Turbocharged |
| Displacement: | 2143 cm3 |
| Max power: | 170 PS / 168 hp / 125 kW |
| Fuel type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption: | 6.4 L/100km combined |
| Extra-urban: | 4.7-5.6 L/100km |
| City: | 7.7-9.2 L/100km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Body style: | Sedan |
| 0-80 km/h: | 5.6 s |
| 0-100 km/h: | 8.5 s |
| 0-160 km/h: | 22.9 s |
| 0-200 km/h: | 47.2 s |
| Top speed: | 230 km/h |
| Curb weight: | 1660 kg |
| Gross weight: | 2320 kg |
| Length: | 4879 mm |
| Width: | 1854 mm |
| Height: | 1474 mm |
| Fuel capacity: | 59 litra |
Expert reviews
Consumption
90%
Safety
80%
Performance
75%
Driveability
75%
Durability
75%
Maintenance
70%
Design
85%
Summary
The Mercedes-Benz E 220 BlueTEC W212 (2015) is a luxury sedan rated for its high fuel efficiency and smooth ride, powered by the OM651 diesel engine. Experts emphasize excellent comfort, build quality and the ability to cover high mileage. Although the OM651 engine is generally regarded as reliable, there have been reports of problems with turbochargers and oil leaks. W212 models, even after the facelift, may have issues with under-chassis corrosion and rare electronic issues. For buyers looking for luxury, fuel economy and style, this model remains an attractive choice, especially with a good service history.