New Mercedes E CDI India

New Mercedes Benz E350 CDI Review: Punchy Polish

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Avant Garde version gets the sporty grille, replete with a massive three pointed star. Check out the front camera below the Mercedes emblem

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Engage the reverse gear and you get a top view of the car courtesy cameras all around

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That analogue clock is a true Merc luxury statement

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And so is that impeccable quality of materials

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Both front seats get fully powered seats with lumbar support and three slot memory function

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Those spoked alloy wheels are the biggest differentiators between the basic E250 CDI and the more premium 350

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Side cameras are mounted below the ORVMs

Mercedes E350 CDI rear seats

No dearth of space there – those are the best seats for this segment

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Unlike most other premium cars, the E-Class gets a full size spare with alloy wheel

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Big, wide front seats are uniquely designed and are one of the best in the business

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Panoramic sunroof

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Back benchers get their own A/C vents with temperature and flow control along with a 12V power socket

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Those headlights along with the DRLs look smashing in dark

 Should I buy one?

Well, that’s not even a valid question for some traditionalists. If you have the money, there hardly is a better expression of your opulence and taste in this price bracket. Neither is there a better back seat. Pricing is par with the class, though the badge value of the Star, especially in this class way above what the other could muster. But before you make the final decision, may we suggest you read out in-depth review of the car by clicking here. Do let us know if you have any queries using the comments section below

Price: Rs 60 lakh ex-showroom

Tech specs: 

Arrangement/number of cylinders V6
Total Displacement (cc) 2987
Power (bhp@rpm) 265 @ 3800 rpm
Rated Torque (Nm @ rpm) 620 @ 1600 – 2400
Acceleration (0-100 km/h, sec) 6.6
Top speed (km/h) 250
Chassis (standard) and wheels
Tyre Size, front/rear 245/45 R17
Fuel and consumption
Fuel Diesel
Tank Capacity (I)/reserve approx. 80
Quantity, dimensions and weights
Boot Capacity (I) 540
Turning Circle diameter (m) 10.6
Kerb weight (kg) [1] 1915
Permissible gross vehicle weight (kg) 2390

 

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