Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212
Produced from 2009–2016, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212 (W212) is catalogued here with 2 powertrains. 2 petrol, spanning 204 to 306 hp. The quickest version, the E 350, covers 0–100 km/h in 6.3 seconds. For fuel costs, the E 250 CGI leads the range at 36 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4879 × 1854 × 1474 mm on a 2874 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212 was manufactured from 2009 – 2016 (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 model years) as a sedan. Across 2 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 204 to 306 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 36.0 MPG combined (E 250 CGI).
Power range
204–306 hp
Quickest 0–100
6.3 s
Best combined
36 MPG
Length
4.88 m
01Decision support
Which E-Class W212 suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
E 250 CGI
36.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 25% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest E-Class W212.
Performance · quickest
E 350
0–100 km/h in 6.3s · 306 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
022 powertrains (2 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | E 250 CGIPetrol | E 350Petrol |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine code | M271 EVO | M276 |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 1.8L (1,796 cc) | 3.5L (3,498 cc) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally aspirated |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
| Power & Performance | ||
| Power | 204 hp / 152 kW | 306 hp / 228 kW |
| Torque | 310 Nm / 229 lb-ft | 370 Nm / 273 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 7.5 s | 6.3 s |
| Top speed | 243 km/h (151 mph) | 250 km/h (155 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | ||
| City | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100km) | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100km) |
| Highway | 43 MPG (5.5 L/100km) | 33 MPG (7.1 L/100km) |
| Combined | 36 MPG (6.5 L/100km) | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Battery | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 152 g/km | 187 g/km |
| Weight & Body | ||
| Curb weight | 1,615 kg (3,560 lbs) | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2009–2016 | 2009–2016 |
0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,879 mm
192.1 in
Width
1,854 mm
73.0 in
Height
1,474 mm
58.0 in
Wheelbase
2,874 mm
113.1 in
Curb weight spans 1,615–1,700 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
E-Class W212: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212 lineup offers 2 petrol: E 250 CGI (204 hp), E 350 (306 hp).
How quick is the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212 from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the E 350, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.3s, reaching a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) with the E 350.
What is the most fuel-efficient Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212 trim?
The E 250 CGI delivers the highest fuel economy at 36.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 2 powertrains, fuel economy spans 27–36 combined MPG.
What model years are included in the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212 was produced from 2009 – 2016, spanning the following model years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212?
4879 mm long, 1854 mm wide, 1474 mm tall on a 2874 mm wheelbase (192.1 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Mercedes-Benz E-ClassCertification data, 2009–2016
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Mercedes-Benz official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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