specifications
The 2008 E320 BLUETEC Sedan
MSRP $52,675*
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine 2,987-cc DOHC 24-valve V-6. Aluminum cylinder block with cast-iron cylinder sleeves.
Net power 210 hp @ 3,800 rpm
Net torque 400 lb-ft @ 1,600 - 2,400 rpm
Compression ratio 16.5:1
Fuel requirementUltra-low-sulfur diesel fuel.
Fuel tank (capacity - reserve)21.1 gal — 2.4 gal
Fuel and ignition system Electronically controlled ultra-high-pressure Common-rail Direct Injection (CDI).
Transmission 7-speed automatic. Electronically controlled shifting. Driver-adaptive programming adjusts shift points to the driver's current driving style. Touch Shift permits the driver to manually downshift and allows upshifts by nudging the shift lever left or right of the Drive position. Shift into Optimum Gear programming allows one-touch selection of the best gear for maximum acceleration or engine braking by holding the shift lever to the left of Drive for one second. Driver-selectable Comfort mode starts the vehicle moving in 2nd gear or 2nd Reverse gear, and upshifts at lower rpm, to help improve control on slippery surfaces.
Drive configuration Rear-wheel drive.
Rear axle ratio 2.65:1
Note: Actual vehicles and specifications may vary.
* 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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