Pros:
- Fuel economy comparable to a compact sedan
- Nearly as quiet as a gasoline-engine car
- Virtually no smoke from the exhaust
- Narrow price premium compared to gasoline-powered E-Class
Cons:
- Sport trim and air suspension, available on gasoline-powered E-class models, not available on diesel model
- Diesel prices fluctuate more than gasoline prices
Luxury buyers who want top-notch accommodations with the best possible fuel economy and long-distance cruising range
Who should not buy the Mercedes-Benz E320 BLUETEC:
Buyers looking for a more involved driving experience
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Details and specs:
- Body style: 4-door sedan
- Trim levels: One
- Price range (including options): $52,325 - $65,860
- Base engine: 3.0 liter diesel V6, 208 hp @ 3200 RPM, 388 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM
- Optional engine: None
- Premium fuel required? No (Diesel fuel required)
- Transmission: 7-speed automatic
- Driveline: Front engine, rear-wheel-drive
- EPA fuel economy estimates: 26 MPG city/37 MPG highway
- Where built: Germany
- Standard safety equipment: Front airbags, front-seat-mounted torso airbags, side-curtain airbags, antilock brakes, electronic stability control
- Optional safety equipment: None
- Major standard features: Power windows/locks/mirrors, power driver's seat keyless entry, climate control, 6-disc CD changer, sunroof, alloy wheels
- Major options: Leather seats, navigation, panoramic roof, parking assist system, Bluetooth, split/fold rear seat
- Warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, 4 years/50,000 miles outer body rust-through
- Roadside assistance/free maintenance: Unlimited roadside assistance
