Mercedes Benz Cars released the E-Class BlueEFFICIENCY models in Australia in July this year, starting with the V6 and V8 powered engines.  It recently added turbo-charged petrol and diesel four-cylinder and turbo-diesel V6 engine variants to the list of BlueEFFICIENCY models. 

The energy efficiency of the Mercedes- Benz E-Class BlueEFFICIENCY line earned it the prestigious Design for Environmental Certificate issued by the TUV-Rheinland group. The Mercedes Benz luxury vehicle marketed greeted this news with enthusiasm.

So what exactly is BlueEFFICIENCY?
Blue Efficiency incorporates different fuel saving technologies throughout the engineering and design of the Mercedes Benz E-Class line. Lower CO2 emissions and reduced fuel consumption are a result of engine optimisation. 

The petrol gas variant is fuel efficient at 7.6 litres/100km with average carbon dioxide emissions of 179g/km.Improvements like optimized lower-displacement and weight reduction engines contribute to energy efficiency. 

While the lower displacement engines have been modified to provide less friction, these machines still possess the same or increased power and torque output.

Next time you drop in to Mercedes Benz service Hornsby, ask for some details.

Aerodynamics
With improved aerodyamics, the E-Class has a low drag coefficient of 0.24 for the E-Class coupe and 0.25 for the E-Class sedan.  The BlueEFFICIENCY models exhibit the creators of Mercedes-Benz luxury vehicles attention to detail with innovations like the underbody panelling and partially covered grille – all of which  dramatically improve the aerodynamics of the E-Class.  Other energy efficient modifications to the E-Class line include reduced windscreen thickness, removal of acoustic damping materials and lighter alloy wheels.  Its specially designed tyres provide less rolling resistance and friction on the road for better fuel economy.

Powertrain
The Mercedes E250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY petrol model has a rated output of 150kW (204hp) and a maximum torque of 310 Nm.  It is powered by a 1.8-litre four-cylinder Otto-cycle engine with direct petrol  injection.  The diesel variants E220 CDI and E250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY, are even stronger, more fuel efficient and emit less carbon than the petrol model.

Transmission
The four-cylinder BlueEFFICIENCY E-Class models come with the standard 5-speed automatic transmission, with two modes of driving to choose from:  economical and sporty. 

Safety
All E-Class variants provide comprehensive safety features such as  5 crash-responsive Neck Pro head restraints in front and rear seats, ABS, BAS, belt tensioners with two-stage belt force limiters for driver and front passenger seats, Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with acceleration skid control, front and side air bags for driver and front passenger,  window bags for outer seats and knee bag for the driver.

Your fuel efficient Mercedes-Benz E-Class may be dressed further by choosing the AMG Performance Studio options for the exterior and interior.  Other optional enhancements include the television, vision, comfort, sun protection, KEYLESS-GO, and exclusive packages.

Mercedes-Benz Hornsby clients can see the E-Class at Northstar Star, Mercedes-Benz brightest new star on Sydney’s north shore.