2002-2009 E-Class OverviewMercedes E-Class Overview (2002 - 2009)
S211 / W211
Tech Specs Summary
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- 126 - 155 mph
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- 4.5 - 12.1 seconds
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- 120 - 507 BHP
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- 19.5 - 46.3 mpg
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- 1,570 - 1,990 kg
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- 400 - 540 L (Saloon)
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- 670 - 1,950 L (Estate)
This generation of the Mercedes E-Class (S211 / W211) was produced by the German manufacturer Mercedes between 2002 - 2009. It's a front engined car with either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as either a saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 120 BHP 2.1 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 507 BHP 5.4 L V8 Supercharged petrol engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the E-Class is the Mercedes E 63 AMG which scores 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 507 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 276 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.5 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mercedes E 320 CDI Estate is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 681 miles and can store 690-1,950 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,100 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
