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The BS6 update brings Mercedes me connect to the incredibly elegant and comfortable E-Class The Mercedes Benz E-Class has been a really strong performer in the vast lineup that Mercedes Benz offers. With each update, Mercedes have strengthened their customer base. While we wait for the all-new design update to hit our shores, Mercedes have given a subtle BS6 update to the E-Class, which includes some connected car features as…
The BS6 update brings Mercedes me connect to the incredibly elegant and comfortable E-Class The Mercedes Benz E-Class has been a really strong performer in the vast lineup that Mercedes Benz offers. With each update, Mercedes have strengthened their customer base. While we wait for the all-new design update to hit our shores, Mercedes have given a subtle BS6 update to the E-Class, which includes some connected car features as well.
Mercedes have struck gold with this generation of Mercedes E200 design. It is a classic but sleek design that does not give you the feeling that it’s old. The classic design does also mean that it will age nicely over time, something that a customer would certainly appreciate for long term ownership. Even with the Long Wheelbase version we have here, the car still does not look stretched, or off-proportion.
There are no sharp creases, nothing flashy at all. Just a simple line that extends across the side. Another subtle design element is that the body line itself has a slight curvature, which makes it look smaller than it is. Only when you go for the AMG line variants, the curves are replaced by some straight lines here and there. However, the amazing thing about this design is that with the right assortment of bumpers, intakes and alloy wheels, this car manages to pull off both the aggressive and the professional look quite elegantly.
The BS6 update now allows the Mercedes E200 to have Mercedes me connect, a connected car system provided by Mercedes. The car comes with an e-sim, which allows it to communicate with the app that you have to download. The app allows you to open & close the windows and lock & unlock the car. Some thoughtful features like the location tracker, which will provide the location of the car so that you can still find it among a crowded area are also present within this app that Mercedes provides. The functionalities can also be accessed with an Apple watch for easier accessibility.
The Mercedes E200 comes with one of the best interior designs and finish of any car available in the market. With the BS6 update, Mercedes have brought over the 12.3-inch digital driver’s display from the S-class. Both the infotainment and the driver’s display are covered by a single sheet of glass that tidies the look.
The dashboard extends ever so slightly above the duo of screens, so as to provide a little bit of shade to prevent glaring while operating the screen under direct light. The unit itself is really fluid to use, and the digital driver’s display is very customisable and doesn’t suffer from any latency issues. This is further complemented by the high-quality Burmester audio on offer.
The Mercedes E200 draws power from a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine that outputs 194 HP and 400 Nm, offering smooth and adequate performance to this big sedan. The BS6 tune has a blunted feel to an extent which is also reflected in the acceleration time of this big Benz which takes 9.2 seconds to hit the ton, half a second slower than the BS4 model and a full 3 seconds slower than the more powerful E350d. That said, the E220d offers more than enough performance for both city and highway driving as turbo lag is well contained and the mid-range is quite strong, albeit linear.
The 9-speed automatic gearbox isn’t the fastest with shifts as it prioritises smoothness over speed but the gearing is done just right to ensure a very comfortable driving experience. There are multiple drive modes along with steering-mounted paddles to alter the engine, gearbox and steering (no changes to the suspension as air springs are available on the pricier 6-cylinder diesel). Fuel economy is between 9-12 km/l which is respectable for a car of this size but it’s really the refinement and effortless performance of Mercedes E200 engine that is the hallmark here.
The theme of this generation of this Mercedes E200 can be understood with the small analogue clock right in the middle of the centre console of the interior. It’s a classic touch to what is an interior with all modern bells and whistles that a premium buyer expects in 2020. The design approach to this car has been just that: tie all the modern tech in a package that looks classic.