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:

Mercedes-Benz E-Class (C207/A207)
Overview
ManufacturerDaimler AG
ProductionMay 2009 – 2017
Model years2010-2017
AssemblyGermany: Bremen
Body and chassis
ClassGrand tourer
Body style
Layout
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,760 mm (108.7 in)
Length4,698 mm (185.0 in)
Width1,786 mm (70.3 in)
Height
  • 1,397 mm (55.0 in) (C207)
  • 1,402 mm (55.2 in) (A207)
Curb weight1,485–1,990 kg (3,274–4,387 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorMercedes-Benz CLK-Class (C209/A209)
SuccessorMercedes-Benz E-Class (C238/A238)

Unlike its predecessor, the coupé and cabriolet models were never offered in the high performance Mercedes-AMG 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 E 300 BlueEFFICIENCY and E 500.[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

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

Interior

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)
E 200 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
E 250 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
E 300
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
E 350 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
E 400 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
E 500 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)
E 220 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
E 250 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
E 350 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

Facelift E 200 coupé
Facelift E 250 convertible with the AMG Sport package

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 E 400 model, and updated engines in E 200 and E 250 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

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