E-Class (W212/C207/A207) [Official] Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W212)

[K-A]

You raise good points, but points that are not necessarily associated with a "typical" (ie Sacco-era) Mercedes. Those, recognized as some of the best MBs, are neither refined, nor elegant, nor warm inside. Nor have a dubious technic making it prone to breakdowns.

In that sense, for me, the W212 is a return to the traditional values, while the W211 was a clear departure from the tyical E-Class, a departure I never appreciated.

I prefer an interior which might look a bit too rude but seems built to last forever, than an elegant interior that doesn't really evoke strength or durability.

But that's only me.

BTW, I lived in France few months ago (where the Coupe has been available from the start), and am now living in Romania (where the E Coupe is also available). In the US however it was available quite later, wasn't it?

Yup, clearly we love the brand for different reason (mostly, I love the 80's models too).

My Dad had a 300SD and a Rolls Royce Silver Spirit when I was a little kid. I HATED the Benz, and LOVED the Rolls, and even then, appreciated that ultra fancy, coddling interior (of the Rolls). I remembered the smell, the carpeting, the fancy wool-ish material all along the interior pillars and headliner, The 211 reminded me a bit of that approach, I think the fact that my E isn't my DD, I'm not worried so much about durability, and about the fact that all those fancy carpeting (where the 212 uses more durable plastic) would stain and get ruined if I spill something, I guess I just appreciate the elegance to me when I get in it.

Exterior styling wise, although the 212 definitely embarks on entirely new lines and styling gimmicks never seen before on a Benz (some people say the 212 reminds them of the 124, however if you look at the 124's lines, etc. they are clearly far more represented and evolved/smoothed over in the 211). I do get that the 212 brings back that "spirit" of the 80's models, and M-B did do a good job of getting that point across and making it obvious that it was the direction they were going in. I love the 211 because I feel the design is as timeless as a modern M-B will get, and really the last of their "traditional" designs (in the understated sense, and following certain lines-themes). I feel the 211 represents the smoother design approach of the pre-80's Benzes, which are my personal favs, so maybe that's why I like it so much as well.

To each their (our) own, hehe.

Yeah, here the Coupe definitely came out right with the Sedan, my first few new E's I saw were all Coupes.

Interestingly, if you run a Search in the U.S AutoTrader, there are LOTS of slightly Uses Coupes for Sale, at much cheaper prices than the Sedan. I think this is a definite sign that the Coupes will depreciate faster.

 

[Untertürkheim]

During the latest days I´ve been taking a look to the new E-Class options, packs, colours and those things, as my father is interested in the new 5er, so I wanted to compare it with its main competitor. I´s been a surprise to me (a bad one) to see how poor is the new E´s offer. You ca´t order the interior in full grey, as I´ve seen in a lost of W211s, or in full red, there´s always a black part on it (the full dashborad), and the colour you choose limits to a piece of lether on the door panels, the seats, and the armrest, and the only full colour than can be ordered is the champagne one. Do you think this is want someones would expect for a new E-Class?.

Yesterday I picked up my dad´s W11, wich is equipped with the thermotronic option (4 zones climate controls), and I wanted to put my side in full power, and my partner wanted to stay in the AUTO 22 º C mode, no problem. In the new E-Class this is now possible, I´ve seen that the new thermotronic has just one AUTO button, and one power selector (insteadof two as the latest BMWs).

This, the older engines, the exterior design (my father ordered the W211 instead of the E60 because it was more traditional, like our old E39), and the options you can order on the car (BMW´s 5 Series has the DCT, the soround cameras, the head-up display, etc.) have made me recomend my dad the F10, as I really think it is a much more complet car.

Just my two cents guys .

It is possible to get full grey or beige on the W212.

 

[SKY]

It is possible to get full grey or beige on the W212.

If that is the case, then Mercedes Spain website configurato is just useless.

 

[Untertürkheim]

If that is the case, then Mercedes Spain website configurato is just useless.

The classic and elegance interiors are single-tone as usual. Did you check the pricelist/brochure?

 

[SKY]

The classic and elegance interiors are single-tone as usual. Did you check the pricelist/brochure?

We would never order a classic/elegance trim, particulary on the W212 are horrible. It would be an AMG pack E-Class. I can understand that any colour combined with the black makes the car look sportier, but c´mon, put the down part of the dash at least on the colours you choose, not only a small piece of the door panels and the seats.

 

[Untertürkheim]

We would never order a classic/elegance trim, particulary on the W212 are horrible. It would be an AMG pack E-Class. I can understand that any colour combined with the black makes the car look sportier, but c´mon, put the down part of the dash at least on the colours you choose, not only a small piece of the door panels and the seats.

The AMG package is available on either Classic, Elegance, or Avantgarde.

You can get exactly what you want by ordering the following:

Code: 955 Elegance, P34 Exclusive Packet (required for Nappa leather, otherwise standard leather only, this also gives P08 rear comfort package at a significant discount), 805 Nappa Beige or 808 Nappa Grey, 950 AMG Package, P35 Intelligent Lighting System, choose your trim, and any other options.

The above basic configuation will allow you to get the all grey or all beige interior, and every other feature you want, plus more than a 5er can offer.

 

[Untertürkheim]

Official: E250CDI 4Matic (7g-Tronic)

Following in the footsteps of the C & GLK 250CDI 4Matic models mating the OM651 to the 722.9 and AWD is the E250CDI 4Matic.

It is available in both sedan/saloon and wagon/estate variants, designations 212.082 and 212.282, respectively.

The trickle up effect is here, and it is quite good news.

 

[Wolfgang]

Following in the footsteps of the C & GLK 250CDI 4Matic models mating the OM651 to the 722.9 and AWD is the E250CDI 4Matic.

It is available in both sedan/saloon and wagon/estate variants, designations 212.082 and 212.282, respectively.

The trickle up effect is here, and it is quite good news.

Yes, looks like September?

September auch als 4matic Version lieferbar sein. Zeitgleich erscheint auch der E 250 CDI 4matic gekoppelt mit der 7G-Tronic.

http://www.germancarforum.com/e-class/28068-official-mercedes-benz-e-class-w212-79.html

 

[Untertürkheim]

Yes, looks like September?



http://www.germancarforum.com/e-class/28068-official-mercedes-benz-e-class-w212-79.html

It could also be earlier since the model is listed in EPC, which means it is ready to build.

 

[NevadaJack]

Delivery this week...

Should take delivery this week of the E350 Luxury Sedan... let me know if you want me to post some pics...

 

[ree]

Should take delivery this week of the E350 Luxury Sedan... let me know if you want me to post some pics...

Of course we want some stunning Nevada vs. W212 photos!! Will be fantastic - the combination of the beauty scenery and your new car!

 

[K-A]

Agreed.

 

[NevadaJack]

Of course we want some stunning Nevada vs. W212 photos!! Will be fantastic - the combination of the beauty scenery and your new car!

Yeah... just a little humor in my post. You guys will be saying "another post from Jack" as I use up bandwidth... I have to find some new locations...

 

[ree]

Yeah... just a little humor in my post. You guys will be saying "another post from Jack" as I use up bandwidth... I have to find some new locations...

Can imagine that there a lots of nice location. Would love a night/nightfall shooting in Las Vegas for example…or some nice photos as you did with your S550 during dusk…maybe there are some stunning places around your location.

 

[NevadaJack]

Can imagine that there a lots of nice location. Would love a night/nightfall shooting in Las Vegas for example…or some nice photos as you did with your S550 during dusk…maybe there are some stunning places around your location.

Weekends are a good time to shoot since most parking lots are empty around unusual buildings. On the "Strip" during the week is best to find some areas without the tourists all over the place. Red Rock Canyon is always a good location for scenery type shots.

 

[NevadaJack]

First Look

Just got this from my dealer in Denver showing my E350 in the delivery room. Fully prepped and ready for loading on a semi for delivery in a day or two.

 

[ree]

After the delivering of your car it would be fantastic if you could post pics in the E-Class Owners thread or just starting a new thread in the "owners gallery"!

 

[NevadaJack]

After the delivering of your car it would be fantastic if you could post pics in the E-Class Owners thread or just starting a new thread in the "owners gallery"!

Will do ree... should be later this week.

 

[ree]

Will do ree... should be later this week.

Can't wait…

 

[Wolfgang]

Remember the E300 BlueTEC Hybrid?

It looks like it might come to Geneva:

http://www.mibz.com/6326-mercedes-e300-bluetec-hybrid-concept-the-future-e-class-hybrid.html