Mercedes-Benz E-class, Operator'S Manual

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ESP ® characteristics per drive program
Drive program
ESP
®
mode
Characteristics
C (Comfort)
E (Economy)
ESP ® Comfort
These drive programs provide the ideal balance
between traction and stability.
Select drive program E or C in difficult road con‐
ditions, such as in snow or ice, or when the road
is wet from rain.
S (Sport)
ESP
®
Sport
This drive program provides the ideal balance
between traction and stability.
S+ (Sport Plus)
ESP
®
Sport Plus
The vehicle's own understeering and oversteer‐
ing characteristics are accentuated. This allows
a more active driving style to be adopted.
This drive program requires more active involve‐
ment on the part of the driver.
Only select this drive program in good road con‐
ditions, for example on dry, clear stretches of
road.
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