2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan Diesel

2016 E-Class Sedan Diesel

Overview
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Competition

$52,650 MSRP From
31.5 mpg AVG, Comb.
7.9 sec. 0-60 MPH
7 Max. Occupancy
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan Diesel is a seven-seat midsize vehicle in the Luxury Sedan category. For the 2016 model year, there are four trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 2.1L Inline-4 Twin-Turbo Diesel engine that produces 195 horsepower, which is enough for the 4,167 to 4,365 lbs. sedan to reach 60 mph from zero in 7.9 seconds. EPA-estimated annual diesel expense is $1,150 to $1,200, which over the course of five years will save you $500 in extra fuel spending. NHTSA has given the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan Diesel a 4-stars overall crash rating.

2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan Diesel E 250 BlueTEC Luxury / E 250 BlueTEC Sport

Exterior

Exterior Dimensions

Width: 81.5 in
Width W/O Mirrors: 73.0 in
Length: 192.1 in
Height: 57.1 in
Wheelbase: 113.2 in

2016 E-Class Sedan Diesel has a relatively short wheelbase ( 113.2 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier with curb weight of 4167 - 4365 lbs.

Interior

First Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 41.3 inHip Room: -Head Room: 37.9 inShoulder Room: 57.8 in

Second Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 35.8 inHip Room: -Head Room: 38.2 inShoulder Room: 56.9 in

Trunk Volume

12.9 ft³

2016 E-Class Sedan Diesel seats seven adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, E-Class Sedan Diesel ia a class-leader on only two measurements - shoulders and head. Trunk volume is smaller than average with 12.9 cu. ft.

Full Specifications

Trim	2016 E-Class E 250 Luxury BlueTEC	2016 E-Class E 250 Sport BlueTEC	2016 E-Class E 250 Luxury BlueTEC 4MATIC	2016 E-Class E 250 Sport BlueTEC 4MATIC
Starging MSRP	$52,650	$52,650	$55,150	$55,150
Engine	2.1L Inline-4 Twin-Turbo Diesel	2.1L Inline-4 Twin-Turbo Diesel	2.1L Inline-4 Twin-Turbo Diesel	2.1L Inline-4 Twin-Turbo Diesel
HP	195 hp	195 hp	195 hp	195 hp
Drivetrain	Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive
0-60 mph	7.9 sec	7.9 sec	8.2 sec	8.2 sec
City	28 MPG	28 MPG	27 MPG	27 MPG
Highway	40 MPG	40 MPG	37 MPG	37 MPG
Combined	32 MPG	32 MPG	31 MPG	31 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost	$1,150	$1,150	$1,200	$1,200

2016 E-Class Sedan Diesel comes in four trim levels, with an average price that is $1,364 less compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average less powerful engine, E-Class Sedan Diesel has a class-leading fuel economy of 32 mpg.

Safety

2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan Diesel Front Crash Test

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Front Crash Rating

2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan Diesel Side Crash Test

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Side Crash Rating

2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan Diesel Side Pole Crash Test

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Side Pole Crash Rating

Complaints: 74
Recalls: 9

2016 E-Class Sedan Diesel has a 4-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, which is higher than the average among other competing models. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed seventy-four complaints, which is more than the average for its rivals. There are also nine recalls issued by Mercedes-Benz, which by itself is a relatively high number.