The E-Class with its new-generation 4-cylinder engines is particularly efficient. The development theme – higher performance and lower consumption – has been continued undeterred and, thanks to the BlueEFFICIENCY concept, it has been possible to reduce fuel consumption by more than 20 per cent compared with the previous models.

The exhaust-gas turbocharger has significantly increased the efficiency of the 4-cylinder petrol engines. The two optimised 1.8 litre Otto engines with direct petrol injection and variable valve timing burn fuel particularly efficiently – and, thanks to factors including homogeneous direct injection and increased compression, display a higher output potential than previous models. They already comply with stringent limits regarding consumption and emissions (EU5) but continue to deliver peak torque, outstanding performance, excellent noise levels and, thanks to two balance shafts, smooth operation. The E 200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY, for instance, delivers 135 kW and develops a maximum torque of 270 Nm. The E 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY boasts an output of 150 kW and 310 Nm maximum torque.


(E 200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY: fuel consumption combined: 7.3–7.9 l/100 km, CO2 emissions combined: 169–184 g/km; E 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY: fuel consumption combined: 7.6–8.0 l/100 km, CO2 emissions combined: 179–187 g/km)[2]

The new E-Class Saloon is also available with a 3.5 litre V6 engine, which also complies with the EU5 exhaust gas emissions standard: the E 350 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY. The features of this engine include direct injection and 4-valve technology. The energy efficiency of the auxiliary units has also been improved. The new radiator blind optimises the vehicle’s aerodynamics, and the fuel pump, ECO power steering pump and air-conditioning compressor now operate in line with requirements.

The rated torque is 365 Nm at 3000-5100 rpm, the engine output is 215 kW. This engine combines smooth operation and eco-efficiency with the highest level of agility and handling dynamism. The 6-cylinder engine accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds.

The E 350 4MATIC is available in an all-wheel drive variant. This model is equipped with port injection and 4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive, delivers 200 kW and achieves a maximum torque of 350 Nm at 2400 - 5000 rpm.


(E 350 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY: fuel consumption combined: 8.5–8.8 l/100 km, CO2 emissions combined: 199–205 g/km; E 350 4MATIC: fuel consumption combined: 9.6–9.8 l/100 km, CO2 emissions combined: 226–229 g/km)[2]

Concentrated power is packed into the 8-cylinder engines of the E 500 and E 500 4MATIC. Both engines comply with EU 5 emissions standard and deliver a powerful 285 kW at a maximum torque of 530 Nm. The E 500 accelerates within 5.2 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h (E 500 4MATIC: 5.4 seconds).

The E 63 AMG boasts the most powerful engine. It is a thoroughbred sports engine, which delivers outstanding performance thanks to its high-speed concept and naturally aspirated engine design. It accelerates the E-Class from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.5 seconds – that says just about everything.

(E 500: fuel consumption combined: 10.8–11.2 l/100 km, CO2 emissions combined: 253–261 g/km; E 500 4MATIC: fuel consumption combined: 11.0–11.3 l/100 km, CO2 emissions combined: 258–264; E 63 AMG: fuel consumption combined: 12.6 l/100 km, CO2 emissions combined: 295 g/km)[2]