Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2013-2015 E250 CDI

E-Class 2013-2015 E250 CDI Review

Mercedes Benz is the world's most popular and one of the largest luxury car manufacturer with vehicles in almost all the international car markets across the world. This company sells its models across many countries including India. This renowned company has unveiled the facelifted Mercedes Benz E Class last year and was teasing the car enthusiasts since then. Now finally the company has introduced the 2013 facelifted versions of the Mercedes Benz E Class in three trims overall, which also includes the Mercedes Benz E Class E250 CDI Launch Edition . This is the Limited edition version comes with a diesel engine option and it is priced at Rs. 49.90 lakh (ex showroom price New Delhi). What really impressive about this Launch Edition version is its unique set of features that makes it something special on roads. On the other hand, the company has made some major cosmetic modifications to this vehicle to make it look completely different from its previous versions. However, its body design and structure remains the same, while its technicalities also are more or less the same. This Launch edition saloon comes with a premium class interior design, which is much identical to its previous version. However, the company made some precise changes to bring a fresh new look to the interior cabin. This facelifted version of Mercedes Benz E Class will compete with the likes of Volvo, Audi, BMW and others in the premium saloon segment. There is no doubt that with such exciting changes, this facelifted version will be able to steal the hearts of car enthusiasts across the market.

Exteriors :

The German automaker has made some wonderful modifications to this Mercedes Benz E Class E250 CDI Launch Edition. The most prominent of these is the front grille gets tweaked, while the design of the headlight cluster has been changed completely. Unlike four headlight sections in the previous version, this 2013 facelifted Mercedes Benz E Class comes with just two headlight sections, which gives it a toned look. The company has now presented this facelifted version with high performance LED headlamps with intelligent light system. Apart from this, it gets a 2-louvre radiator grille with centrally placed company logo. The design of the bonnet and bumper has also been redesigned with expressive and flowing lines that makes it looks much sharper and sportier. Its front bumper comes with a large air dam for air intake, which helps in cooling the engine faster. If we just take a look at its side, it has been blessed with a newly styled chrome garnished door handles and body colored external rear view mirrors with side turn blinkers. The side profile of this saloon looks very sleek with flowing lines which are complimented by a stylish 18 inch, 5 spoke alloy wheels. When it comes to the rear end, it gets a refreshing new LED fiber-optic tail lamps that brings a brand new look to its rear. Its boot has been fitted with a chrome strip right above the license plate while its bumper gets a re-treatment. This Launch edition also gets an exclusive Panoramic sunroof as an added attraction and convenience.

Interiors :

The interior cabin design of this new Mercedes Benz E Class E250 CDI Launch Edition looks much better compared to the rest of the variants. Its interior cabin comes with a lot of premium and sporty cues. The seats are covered in Nappa Leather upholstery, while the interior trim has been offered with exclusive H79 Dark textured-grain aluminum trim. Its interior cabin includes 3-tube instrument cluster, a central console with analogue clock and so on. The company has used high quality material for designing its interior cabin, which will further provide a premium feel to the passengers inside. This Launch Edition gets a 3-spoke multifunction steering wheel that gets aluminum finish. There are some interesting set of features that you can notice inside the cabin, which includes direct steer system, attention assist , pre-safe system and a set of few other advanced functions. Also this premium class Launch Edition comes with memory seats, active park assist system, and advanced infotainment system incorporated to a 14.7 cm TFT color display. The company is offering a provision for iPad Docking station for rear compartment, which is impressive.

Engine and Performance :

The facelifted Mercedes Benz E Class E250 CDI Launch Edition comes equipped with a powerful diesel engine option, which is said to be the most fuel efficient in its class. This Launch Edition sports a 2.1-litre, In-line, 4 cylinder based diesel engine that comes with an ability to displace 2143cc . This high performance engine has the ability to produce a maximum 204bhp at 4200rpm and makes 500Nm of mammoth torque at 1600 to 1800rpm. This engine delivers an exceptional performance with the help of '7G-Tronic', which is a seven speed automatic transmission gearbox, which also helps this facelifted version in producing 22 Kmpl of class leading mileage in its segment . This makes it one of the most fuel efficient saloons in the company's portfolio.

Braking and Handling :

The launch Edition version of the Mercedes Benz E Class comes with a sophisticated braking and handling mechanism that functions in a most efficient manner all the way. The company has also incorporated the Adaptive Braking System to this saloon that creates a pressure to and brings the brake linings into a slight contact with discs, which will allow it to bite immediately with full force, when the brakes are applied. On the other side, the perform safe aspects such as the ABS, ASR and BAS along with ESP will improve the Adaptive braking mechanism. This launch edition comes with a superior Direct Control suspension system with selective damping mechanism that indeed improve the agility and ride comforts for passengers inside.

Safety Features :

The facelifted Mercedes Benz E Class E250 CDI Launch edition gets comes equipped with top class safety and security aspects. Some of those sophisticated safety functions include adaptive braking system that functions along with ABS with ESP, ASR, BAS for a better braking performance. Apart from these, this saloon also gets air bags, reverse belt tensioner, attention assist, adaptive high beam assist, intelligent light system including LED high performance headlamps and several other concept pre-safe functions.

Comfort Features :

When it comes to the most important comfort and convenience aspect, this facelift version comes with mind blowing features that provide lavish luxury like no other saloon. This Mercedes Benz E Class E250 CDI Launch edition's interior cabin is an ideal place for relaxing. This saloon is offered with most of the top end features that are offered in high end saloons. The list of features include an advanced infotainment system that supports DVD player, USB port and Bluetooth connectivity. While the features like Eco Start/Stop function, electromechanical direct-steer system, COMAND On-line system with hard disc, navigation system on a high resolution 14.7 inch display and other advanced features are also incorporated in it.

Pros : Highly advanced features, very comfortable seating.

Cons : Price is expensive, design of interior cabin can be improved.