Highlights
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Overview
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Introduction of the New E-Class, Model Series 212 Sedan
Innovations
• New headlamp styling
• New 4-cylinder diesel engine 651 with advanced
common rail technology
• DIRECT CONTROL suspension with selective
damping system
• AGILITY CONTROL steering
• Direct steering (special equipment with OM 651)
• ECO power steering pump
• DIRECT SELECT and shift buttons on the steering
wheel
• ADAPTIVE BRAKE
• Crash-active engine hood
• PRE-SAFE
®
• Knee airbag
• NECK-PRO head restraints
• Intelligent Light System (ILS) (special equipment)
• Daytime running lights
• New Telematics Generation 4 (NTG 4)
• Digital radio reception (DAB) (special equipment)
• Rear entertainment (special equipment)
• EASY-PACK trunk comfort box (special equipment)
Innovative driving assistance systems
• Adaptive Highbeam Assist (special equipment)
• Speed Limit Assist (special equipment)
• ATTENTION ASSIST
• Lane Keeping Assist (special equipment)
• Blind Spot Assist (special equipment)
• Exclusive Parking Assist (special equipment)
• Night View Assist (special equipment)
• Reversing camera (special equipment)
• DISTRONIC PLUS including PRE-SAFE
®
brake
(special equipment)
Environmental compatibility
Crucial factors in environmental compatibility are not
only fuel economy and emissions while driving, but
also the environmental burden and consumption of
resources from manufacture through vehicle use to
recycling and disposal.
The new E-Class sedan is certified on the basis of the
strict international ISO standard "Design for Environ-
ment". This environment certification confirms the
holistic approach in aspects of environmental protec-
tion:
• Designed with recycling in mind
• Use of high-quality secondary raw materials
• Use of biomaterials
• Avoidance of potentially hazardous substances
• Recycling concept
BlueEFFICIENCY
With the universal implementation of BlueEFFICIENCY
measures the new E-Class is more economical and
more environmentally compatible without sacrificing
typical brand properties such as safety, comfort and
driving pleasure.
The following BlueEFFICIENCY measures are imple-
mented on the market launch:
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