"Mercedes-212": specifications and description of one of the most beautiful German cars

"Mercedes-212" is the fourth generation of the famous E-class, which was given to the attention of the whole world in 2009 at the Auto Show in Detroit. 212 really looks gorgeous. It was decided to keep the four-figure image, but the optics was not oval, but diamond-shaped. And this is one of the most characteristic features of cars belonging to this generation.

Sedan

"Mercedes-212" is a car that was manufactured in several modifications. The first, of course, is a sedan, which was presented to the attention of the public in 2009. After him, in 2010, almost immediately, the light went out an extended sedan. This version was longer than the previous one by 14 centimeters. This machine is known under the index L. Its length is more than five meters! And to be more precise, it's as much as 5012 mm. The wheelbase is also impressive - 3014 mm. Potential buyers have the opportunity to purchase one of three options - the E 260 CGI Elegance, also the E 260 CGI Avantgarde and another E 300 Avantgarde. Interestingly, elongated sedans are machines for export. They are supplied only to China.

Wagon

"Mercedes-212" in the modification of the station wagon was introduced in 2009 in Frankfurt. Initially, this model was available to people with seven engines (not bad for a start). Of these - five diesel and, respectively, two petrol. Their power is quite impressive. Diesel engines produced power from 170 to 231 horsepower, and petrol - V6 and V8, 3,5-liter, 292- and 388-strong units. They, naturally, are very popular among fans of "strong" cars. And diesel is in demand among fans of economical driving.

In the versatile cars is quite spacious. The volume of the luggage compartment is 1950 liters (if you fold the second row seats). And this figure is worthy! Moreover, the tailgate and the soft curtain, which protects the contents of the compartment from other people's views, are equipped with a servo. Another concern was considering the possibility of releasing a 3-door version of the station wagon that could be made in the Mercedes-Benz Concept Fascination style.

Coupe and convertible

One more bright representatives of Mercedes-212 are a coupe and a cabriolet. The first of these versions appeared when the Mercedes-Benz CLK came off the assembly line . The car was presented in 2009. It should be noted that this is the second coupe in the E-class after the famous w124. The coupe in the base configuration (which is known as CDI Blue Efficiency) is the most streamlined production model in the world! They collect it at the Bremen plant.

And the cabriolet came to the car world in 2010. It was first shown at the Auto Show in North America. This is the second cabriolet that appeared in the E-class. And also, by the way, after w124.

For the US market, versions with 3.5-liter V6 engines are available, which produce 272 liters. from. But there is a more powerful version. V8, 5.5 liters, 388 "horses" - that's really a "beast"! Europeans do not have the opportunity to become owners of such a car. They can buy another Mercedes-212. The body is the same, but the engines are different, 170- and 292-strong. The convertible, by the way, has a special soft roof, which opens and folds in 20 seconds. And inside the car, calmly and quietly, thanks to a function such as AirCap: the spoiler from the upper frame extends and retracts the air streams.

"Mercedes 212": restyling and transformation

In 2012, on December 11, there were the first pictures of a restyling car. They could recognize the famous w212 body. But for a long time to think and wonder about what changes the machine has touched, it was not necessary. The company itself declassified after two days.

Changes, of course, touched the interior. In the car there was a new instrument panel and an improved central console. Plus, experts have built an analog clock in the car.

What can you tell us about engines? Restyling models are available to customers in the E500 and E350 versions. They have not undergone any transformations. In 2013, in the autumn, versions were launched that later became popular and became known under the E400 label. Under the hood of this machine was installed 333-strong unit. And buyers can order the E250 version of BlueTEC. It is special in that it has a 4-cylinder 204-horsepower engine under the hood, all-wheel-drive. Such was the restyling Mercedes (E-class). 212 body was really very popular. So the manufacturer also produced a lot of diesel models. In the range are available 252-, 231-, 170 and 136-strong motors. Moreover, there is even a hybrid Mercedes. It is equipped with a 204-horsepower motor that works together with an electronic engine.

Brabus

"Mercedes-212" reviews are extremely positive. Especially if it's a version from the tuning studio "Brabus". The most impressive versions appeared in 2009 and 2010 - first a sedan, and then a coupe. Ventilated disk wires, a 6.3-liter Biturbated V12 engine, a 5-speed automatic transmission, wheel arch closes and a top speed of 370 km / h is really a real German super car, which before the "hundred" accelerates in less than Four seconds. But the price is rather big - about half a million dollars. However, this machine is worth such costs.

Known Versions

Väth V63RS - another modified version. Engine 605-strong, improved brakes, a 30 mm lower suspension, a wedge-shaped image of the car - the car turned out to be quite original. No less popular was the "Mercedes", modified atelier Kicherer. Specialists of this company equipped the coupe with a 5.5-liter engine producing 430 "horses", and installed alloy wheels for 20 inches. Plus, one can not help but mention the carbon fiber skirting with a beautiful falshradiator grille, lightweight side mirrors, a stylish front spoiler (with neurons) and an attractive rear bumper diffuser. Carlsson E-CK63 RS, Lumma Design E 50 CLR, Piecha Design E-class, Prior Design Mercedes - all these are also refined "Mercedes". The model really caused a lot of enthusiasm. Many experts wished to transform it and make it such a machine as they would like to see it.

In general, the W212 is a decent machine of magnificent assembly. Reliable, fast, aerodynamic, powerful, impressive, luxurious, comfortable - you can say a lot about it. And they will all be truthful.