Fuel Economy Around 13 km/L at 130 km/h Cruising

We had the opportunity to test drive the new E Class equipped with a four-cylinder engine, the European grade "E250CGI," in Madrid. With matte brown panels that highlight the natural texture of the wood, it creates a surprisingly light and agile driving experience that pleasantly defies the typical E Class image.

While the 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine exhibits a slight lack of initial thrust at very low RPMs, its power is by no means insufficient and is more than adequate to propel this vehicle. It effortlessly handles cruising speeds of 200 km/h, and on the other hand, achieves fuel economy of around 13 km/L at 130 km/h cruising, demonstrating considerable environmental compatibility for its class. While it's not the type of engine that becomes exciting when pushed hard, its rotational feel is smooth, and noise and vibration are effectively suppressed.

However, what was even more impressive during the test drive was its ride quality. Thanks to the lightweight front end from the smaller engine, the nose changes direction with nimble agility, yet it exhibits a Mercedes-like, tenacious stability that clings to the road when driving straight.

A Suspension That Delivers the Quintessence of "Mercedes Ride"

Furthermore, the ride comfort is exquisite. Even when encountering significant undulations at high speeds, the body remains consistently flat, never unsettling the occupants. The way it smoothly glides over sharp inputs, such as highway expansion joints, as if they were nothing, is truly remarkable. Yet, it still conveys the necessary information to the driver to feel the driving conditions, embodying the true essence of the "Mercedes ride."

Naturally, the grades equipped with V6 and V8 engines are not as nimble, but they still offer straightforward cornering manners and a rock-solid stability within a supremely comfortable ride. However, the true highlight of the new E Class is undoubtedly the revived four-cylinder grade. This car possesses a newness and freshness that makes one forget the era when the emblem's number directly equated to status. Personally, I am eager to see Mercedes' challenge in how they will appeal to the new values of the E Class, especially in today's world, with this grade as their focal point.

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