Mercedes-Benz E 250 CGI BlueEfficiency (ELEGANCE) Review: Size Hardly Matters
The new E250 CGI BlueEfficiency is another case in point where engine downsizing doesn’t necessarily mean less performance.
What we like:
Strong performance from a relatively small engine- comfortable ride and quiet cabin
- strong image
- cheap road tax
What we dislike:
Woeful gearbox- flat and uninspiring engine note
- becoming a common sight on the roads
Safety is high on the new E-Class’ agenda. It comes with safety aids like ATTENTION ASSIST (which is represented by a coffee cup symbol on the LCD display in the instrument cluster), NECK-PRO head restraints, Brake Assist, ESP, a plethora of airbags and so on.
You certainly pay a premium to have the three-pointed star proudly sitting on your bonnet. At $196,888. the four-cylinder E250 CGI is more pricey than six-cylinder rivals like the Lexus GS300 while it matches the 3-litre Jaguar XF and the BMW 525i for price. But none of the abovementioned cars offer a feel as solid and reassuring as the E-Class.
Credits: Story and photos by Raymond Lai
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