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) | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Daimler AG |
Production | May 2009 – 2017 |
Model years | 2010-2017 |
Assembly | Germany: Bremen |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Compact executive car |
Body style |
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Layout | |
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Powertrain | |
Engine | |
Transmission | |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,760 mm (108.7 in) |
Length | 4,698 mm (185.0 in) |
Width | 1,786 mm (70.3 in) |
Height |
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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) |
Unlike its predecessor, the coupé and cabriolet models were never offered in the high performance Mercedes-AMG E 63 4MATIC+ and E 63 S 4MATIC+ versions.[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.[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 E300 BlueEFFICIENCY and E500.[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) |
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E200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY |
2010–2013 | M271 DE18 1.8 L I4 turbo |
135 kW (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 (181 hp) at 5,550 rpm |
300 N⋅m (221 lbf⋅ft) at 1,200–4,000 rpm |
7.8 s | |
E250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY |
2009–2011 | M271 DE18 1.8 L I4 turbo |
150 kW (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 (208 hp) at 5,500 rpm |
350 N⋅m (258 lbf⋅ft) at 1,200–4,000 rpm |
7.1 s | |
E300 BlueEFFICIENCY |
2011–2017 | M276 DE35 3.5 L V6 |
185 kW (248 hp) at 6,500 rpm |
340 N⋅m (251 lbf⋅ft) at 3,500–4,500 rpm |
6.9 s |
E350 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY |
2009–2011 | M272 DE35 3.5 L V6 |
215 kW (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 (302 hp) at 6,500 rpm |
370 N⋅m (273 lbf⋅ft) at 3,500–5,250 rpm |
6.4 s | |
E400 | 2013–2017 | M276 E30 3.0 L V6 twin-turbo |
245 kW (329 hp) at 4,500 rpm |
480 N⋅m (354 lbf⋅ft) at 1,400–4,000 rpm |
5.2 s |
E500 | 2009–2011 | M273 E55 5.5 L V8 |
285 kW (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 (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) |
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E220 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 | ||||
E250 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 | |
E350 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/A\W207 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 E400 model, and updated engines in E200 and E250 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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