Mercedes-Benz E-Class (C207)
The C207/A207 Mercedes-Benz E-Class are coupé and convertible models based on the W204 C-Class sedan chassis. It was produced between 2009 and 2017 as the successor to the previous C209/A209 CLK-Class.[1][2] The body styles of the range are:
- 2-door coupé (C207)
- 2-door convertible (A207)
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class (C207/A207) | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Daimler AG |
| Production | May 2009 – 2017 |
| Model years | 2010–2017 |
| Assembly | Germany: Bremen |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Grand tourer (S) |
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| Layout | |
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| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,760 mm (108.7 in) |
| Length | 4,698 mm (185.0 in) |
| Width | 1,786 mm (70.3 in) |
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| Curb weight | 1,485–1,990 kg (3,274–4,387 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class (C209/A209) |
| Successor | Mercedes-Benz E-Class (C238/A238) |
The coupé and cabriolet vehicles were never offered in the high performance Mercedes-AMG variants, unlike its predecessor.[3] E350 and E400 coupé models were also available in all-wheel drive 4MATIC variants from 2012.[4][5]
It was replaced by the C238/A238 E-Class in 2017 for model year 2018.[6]
Development and launch
The C207/A207 E-Class shares its platform with the W204 C-Class sedan, featuring identical wheelbases, and similar axle track lengths.[7] While the W212 E-Class sedan is built at the Sindelfingen plant, the E-Class C207 coupé is built in Bremen alongside the W204 C-Class.[8]
Initial petrol models used the CGI BlueEFFICIENCY name, with the exception of the E 300 BlueEFFICIENCY and E 500.[9] With the introduction of the Mercedes 7G-Tronic automatic transmission in 2011,[10] models subsequently dropped the CGI moniker, along with the BlueEFFICIENCY name after the 2013 facelift.[11] Diesel models with the nine-speed automatic transmission were also called BlueTEC instead of CDI BlueEFFICIENCY,[12] and facelifted models were simply called CDI or BlueTEC.[11]
Mercedes-Benz originally intended for the C207/A207 to be called CLK, but moved over to the E-Class name later during development.[13]
Body styles
C207 coupé
A207 convertible
Coupé (C207)
The coupé was introduced at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show.[14]
Convertible (A207)
The convertible was unveiled at the 2010 North American International Auto Show.[15]
Convertible models are available with Mercedes' AIRSCARF system, which provides neck-level heating for front occupants,[16] and the AIRCAP windshield spoiler and wind deflector system, deflecting air over the cabin for reduced draft and wind noise.[17]
Equipment
Standard equipment includes Mercedes' AGILITY CONTROL semi-adaptive suspension[18] and ATTENTION ASSIST which alerts the driver when the car detects driver fatigue.[19] Models feature front, side, and knee airbags, along with belt tensioners and head restraints.[20] An AMG Sports package can also be optioned, featuring AMG bodystyling, 15 mm (0.6 in) lower suspension, silver painted front brake calipers, and wider 18-inch alloy wheels.[21]
Models
Petrol engines
| Model | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E 200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY | 2010–2013 | M271 DE18 1.8 L I4 turbo | 135 kW (184 PS; 181 hp) at 5,250 rpm | 270 N⋅m (199 lbf⋅ft) at 1,800–4,600 rpm | 8.3 s |
| 2013–2017 | M274 DE20 2.0 L I4 turbo | 135 kW (184 PS; 181 hp) at 5,550 rpm | 300 N⋅m (221 lbf⋅ft) at 1,200–4,000 rpm | 7.8 s | |
| E 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY | 2009–2011 | M271 DE18 1.8 L I4 turbo | 150 kW (204 PS; 201 hp) at 5,500 rpm | 310 N⋅m (229 lbf⋅ft) at 2,000–4,300 rpm | 7.4 s |
| 2013–2017 | M274 DE20 2.0 L I4 turbo | 155 kW (211 PS; 208 hp) at 5,500 rpm | 350 N⋅m (258 lbf⋅ft) at 1,200–4,000 rpm | 7.1 s | |
| E 300 BlueEFFICIENCY | 2011–2017 | M276 DE35 3.5 L V6 | 185 kW (252 PS; 248 hp) at 6,500 rpm | 340 N⋅m (251 lbf⋅ft) at 3,500–4,500 rpm | 6.9 s |
| E 350 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY | 2009–2011 | M272 DE35 3.5 L V6 | 215 kW (292 PS; 288 hp) at 6,400 rpm | 365 N⋅m (269 lb⋅ft) at 3,000–5,100 rpm | 6.5 s |
| 2011–2017 | M276 DE35 3.5 L V6 | 225 kW (306 PS; 302 hp) at 6,500 rpm | 370 N⋅m (273 lbf⋅ft) at 3,500–5,250 rpm | 6.4 s | |
| E 400 | 2013–2017 | M276 E30 3.0 L V6 twin-turbo | 245 kW (333 PS; 329 hp) at 4,500 rpm | 480 N⋅m (354 lbf⋅ft) at 1,400–4,000 rpm | 5.2 s |
| E 500 | 2009–2011 | M273 E55 5.5 L V8 | 285 kW (387 PS; 382 hp) at 6,000 rpm | 530 N⋅m (391 lbf⋅ft) at 2,800–4,800 rpm | |
| 2011–2017 | M278 DE46 4.7 L V8 twin-turbo | 300 kW (408 PS; 402 hp) at 5,000–5,750 rpm | 600 N⋅m (443 lbf⋅ft) at 1,600–4,750 rpm | 4.8 s |
Diesel engines
| Model | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY | 2010–2011 | OM651 DE22 2.1 L I4 twin-turbo | 125 kW (168 hp) at 3,000–4,200 rpm | 400 N⋅m (295 lbf⋅ft) at 1,400–2,800 rpm | 8.5 s |
| 2011–2017 | 8.3 s | ||||
| E 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY | 2009–2017 | 150 kW (201 hp) at 4,200 rpm | 500 N⋅m (369 lbf⋅ft) at 1,600–1,800 rpm | 7.4 s | |
| E 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY | 2009–2011 | OM642 DE30 3.0L V6 turbo | 170 kW (228 hp) at 3,800 rpm | 540 N⋅m (398 lbf⋅ft) at 1,600–2,400 rpm | 6.7 s |
| 2011–2017 | 195 kW (261 hp) at 3,800 rpm | 620 N⋅m (457 lbf⋅ft) at 1,600–2,400 rpm | 6.4 s |
2013 facelift
The mid-life cycle update for the C207/A207 E-Class was introduced at the North American International Auto Show in 2013:[22]
- Exterior changes include: redesigned LED headlights and taillights, and revised front and rear bumpers[23]
- Interior changes include: restyled instrument cluster and center console switch layout, redesigned steering wheel, and gear selector location moved to steering wheel column[24]
- Introduction of E 400 model, and updated engines in E 200 and E 250 models[25][26]
- Mercedes COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST, ATTENTION ASSIST, and stop-start engine system now standard on models[27][28]
- 9G-Tronic automatic transmission introduced on diesel models[29]
Awards
- 2009 Auto Bild Design Award: Germany's most beautiful coupé[30]
- 2010 Auto motor und sport "Autonis Design Award" for the convertible[31]
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