specifications
The 2008 E320 BLUETEC Sedan
MSRP $51,675*
Chassis
Front suspension Independent 4-link. Antidive geometry. Stabilizer bar.
Rear suspension Independent 5-arm multilink with stabilizer bar.
Steel spring system Coil springs and gas shock absorbers.
Steering type Power assist vehicle-speed-sensitive rack-and-pinion steering.
Turning circle 37.4 ft curb-to-curb.
Wheels 225/55 R16, all-season performance.1
Tires Standard steel-belted radial 225/55 R16 95H, all-season performance.
Brakes 4-circuit electrohydraulic brakes. 12.3" ventilated front disks. 11.8" solid rear disks. Single-piston floating front and rear calipers.
Antilock Braking System (ABS) ABS senses impending wheel lockup under heavy braking and pumps the front brakes individually or the rear brakes together (to help maintain stability) as needed up to 30 times per second to prevent lockup and maintain steering ability.
Brake Assist BAS senses emergency braking via the speed at which the driver presses the brake pedal and immediately applies maximum available power boost, potentially reducing the overall stopping distance by eliminating the delay caused by a common human tendency not to brake hard enough, soon enough. Reducing pressure on the brake pedal releases BAS.2
Note: Actual vehicles and specifications may vary.
1. Lower aspect ratio tires and accompanying wheels provide substantially increased treadwear, increased tire noise and reduced ride comfort. Serious wheel and tire damage may occur if the vehicle is operated on rough or damaged road surfaces or upon encountering road debris or obstacles. These tires are not designed for use on snow and ice. Winter tires mounted on appropriately sized and approved wheels are recommended for driving in those conditions.
2. Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake system maintenance, and tire and road conditions.
* MSRP includes $775 transportation and handling charge and excludes all taxes, title/documentary fees, registration, tags, Mercedes-Benz Dealer prep, labor and installation charges, insurance, optional equipment and accessories, certificate of compliance or non-compliance fees, and finance charges. Actual prices may vary by dealer.
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