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Summary
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class offers a wide range of choices, but all have the attributes that have made them a benchmark among luxury cars. Every model delivers a combination of safety, luxury, practicality, performance, status, and cost of operation that's difficult to match. The redesigned E-Class introduced for model year 2007 improved on this car. This remains an iconic car in a market segment crowded with good cars.NewCarTestDrive.com editor Mitch McCullough reported from Los Angeles, with J.P. Vettraino and Jim McCraw in Detroit, and Greg Brown in Las Vegas.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Mercedes-Benz E320 Bluetec ($52,200); E350 ($51,200); E350 4Matic ($52,700); E350 4Matic wagon ($55,950); E550 ($59,700); E550 4Matic ($61,200); E63 AMG ($85,300); E63 AMG wagon ($86,050) |
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Engines:
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5.5-liter dohc 48-valve V8 |
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Transmissions:
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7-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual-stage front airbags, front and rear side-impact airbags, front and rear curtain-style head-protection airbags, active head restraints, seatbelt pretensioners; Pre-Safe System, rollover sensor, antilock brakes (ABS) with Brake Assist, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), traction control, tire pressure monitor |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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none |
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Basic Warranty:
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4 years/50,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Sindelfingen, Germany |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Mercedes-Benz E550 sedan ($59,700) |
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Standard Equipment:
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automatic four-zone climate control, power tilt and telescoping steering wheel with multifunction controls, power windows with express up and down, auto-dimming mirrors, rain-sensing windshield wipers, glass sunroof, 10-way power driver and passenger seats with leather inserts and three-position memory, cruise control, walnut trim, nine-speaker surround-sound stereo with six-disc CD changer, Tele-aid emergency communication system |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Sport Package (N/C); Premium II ($4,770) includes Hands-Free Communication System, DVD COMAND Navigation, Sirius Satellite Radio, power rear window shade, Headlight Washing System, Bi-Xenon Active Light System, cornering fog lights, Keyless Go, Active-Ventilated front seats; Parktronic ($1,120); wood/leather steering wheel ($550); electronic trunk closer ($530) |
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Destination Charge:
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775 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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67445 |
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Layout:
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rear-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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382 @ 6000 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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391 @ 2800-4800 |
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Transmission:
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7-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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15/22 |
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Wheelbase:
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112.4 |
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Length/width/height:
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191.0/71.7/58.4 |
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Track, f/r:
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62.1/61.9 |
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Turning circle:
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37.4 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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39.1/57.2/41.9 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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37.8/57.2/35.6 |
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Cargo volume:
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15.9 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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independent, four-link, air springs, variable-rate gas-charged shock absorbers, anti-roll bar |
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Suspension, r:
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independent, five link, air springs, variable-rate gas-charged shock absorbers, anti-roll bar |
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Ground clearance:
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3.6 |
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Curb weight:
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3885 |
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Tires:
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245/40R18 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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vented disc/vented disc with ABS, Brake Assist |
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Fuel capacity:
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21.1 |
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| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class consumer reviews: | | | | overall rating |   | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | Awesome car. I have the sport model. The ride is incredibly smooth, Nav is good as is the radio. I am enjoying the Mercedes experience with this car the ride and handle are second to none. The car design is well thought out as well as comfortable | | posted by Leslee on Jan 14 2008 | | |
| overall rating | | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | We just bought our 08 E 350 and I must say that it is a great car. What a great deal. We love the car, it drives amazing and looks so sleek. Our iPhone plugs right in and we can play our music through the ipod cable. The ride, comfort. Loved everything about this car. Perfect! | | posted by Elsbeth on Feb 09 2008 | | |
| overall rating | | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | The car is stunningly beautiful. I have had many nice cars, however, I have received more compliments on this car than I could have imagined. Engine is smooth and powerful. Panoramic roof. Sirius and iPOD integration. Heated and ventilated seats, window shades. Great car! | | posted by Griorgair on Mar 04 2008 | | |
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| | Ipod integration, voice control, and keyless go, voice control, Ipod integration. These are the best but the rest are grat and i have had no problem with this one or with my previous E-class. | | posted by Catriona on Apr 03 2008 | | |
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| | Overall a great car if smooth, quiet, and solid are what one is looking for. Not sporty, but high-quality luxury. Very good stock automotive HK sound system. Great highway commuter and comfortable people mover. Great fit and finish. Best headlight coverage ever! | | posted by Jean on Aug 15 2008 | | |
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| | Quality and craftmanship are the norms in this new 2008 E Class. Upgrading to P2 package well worth the investment. Handles exceptionally at high speeds, as well as cornering. The sport model is also a plus. Pick up and performance is excellent. | | posted by Balfour on Sep 04 2008 | | |
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