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Mercedes-Benz E Class Estate E300de Exclusive Premium Plus 5dr 9G-Tronic

Doors	5
Fuel Delivery	COMMON RAIL
Transmission	Semi-auto
Fuel Type	Hybrid Diesel
Engine Capacity - CC	1993
Trim	Exclusive Premium +
Price	£82,450
Battery Capacity	20
Engine Power - BHP	313
Acceleration	6.6
Top Speed	140 mph
Length	4949 mm
Width	1880 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	460 l
Minimum Kerbweight	2505 kg

Driver Convenience

12.3" Digital individually configurable instrument display
14.4" high resolution central media display with latest MBUX generation
5G Communications module
Acoustic presence indicator
Active park assist with parktronic and 360 degree camera
Attention assist
Blind spot assist
Bluetooth
Brake wear warning display
DYNAMIC SELECT with a choice of driving modes (Electric, Battery hold, Hybrid, Sport and Individual)
Easy-pack tailgate - Powered opening/closing automatically
ECO start/stop function
Fingerprint scanner
Fluorescent jacket for driver
Hard disc navigation
Head up Display
MBUX augmented reality for navigation
MBUX navigation premium
MBUX voice control activated by keywords "Hey Mercedes"
Mercedes me connect including emergency call system, accident recovery, breakdown and maintenance management
Outside temperature display
Preinstallation for digital vehicle key
Preinstallation for live traffic
Remote and charging services plus
Remote bootlid closing
Remote Services Premium
Service indicator (ASSYST)
Smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android auto
SPEEDTRONIC cruise control with variable speed limiter
Status display for rear seat belts in instrument cluster
Trip computer in multifunction display showing current fuel consumption
Wireless charging

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

50 litre fuel tank
9G TRONIC 9 speed automatic transmission with steering column gear selector and DIRECT SELECT steering wheel paddles
AC charging
Charging cable for domestic socket (mode 2) - 5m
DC charging
Diesel particulate filter
Mode 3 charging cable for wallbox and public charging stations - 5m
Rear air suspension with level control

Entertainment

Burmester 4D surround sound system
DAB Digital radio
MBUX extended functions
Preinstallation for MBUX Entertainment Plus
Sound visualisation

Exterior Features

3rd brake light
Acoustic glass
Adaptive brake lights
Aerial integrated in rear window
Auto dimming driver's door mirror
Auto dimming rear view mirror
Digital air vent control
Electric folding door mirrors
Electric windows with one touch opening/closing and obstruction sensors
Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors
EQ badging
Exclusive exterior styling including classic bonnet mounted Mercedes-Benz star
Heat insulating privacy glass
Illuminated front door sills, interchangeable cover with 'Mercedes-Benz' lettering
Illuminated radiator grille
LED daytime running lights
LED digital light with adaptive highbeam assist plus
Panoramic sliding sunroof
Polished aluminium roof rails
Pre-installation for roof rail systems
Rear side wing doors
Rear wiper
Surround lighting with logo projection
Two chrome plated tailpipe trim elements
Vehicle set up and Vehicle monitoring

Interior Features

3 seat bench in 2nd row
Active ambient lighting
Automatic child seat recognition sensor
Central stowage compartment with USB socket for use with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Comfort seats
Courtesy lights on all doors
Door handle recesses
Double cupholder in centre console
Electric height/reach adjustable steering wheel
Exclusive interior
Exclusvie interior styling
Folding rear seat backrest (40:20:40)
Footwell lighting
Front centre armrest with stowage compartment
Head restraints for driver and front passenger (four-way adjustability) and in rear (two-way)
Illuminated and lockable glove compartment
Instrument panel and door beltlines in artico nappa look leather
LED rear reading lights
Load compartment cover
Multicontour front seats with massage
Multifunction sports steering wheel in nappa leather
Nappa leather upholstery
Partition net
Roof liner in black fabric
Rubber pedals
Seat heating Plus for front seats
Seat occupancy sensor for front passenger seat
Single front passenger seat
Steering wheel touch control buttons for audio and onboard settings
Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors
THERMATIC 2 zone automatic climate control
Velour floor mats

Packs

MBUX superscreen pack - E Class
Memory package - E Class
USB plus package - E Class
Warmth comfort pack - E Class
Winter pack - E Class

Passive Safety

3x3 point rear seatbelts
Active bonnet pedestrian safety measure which detects an impact and raises bonnet
Adaptive brake system with HOLD function and brake drying in the wet
Airbags - sidebag for driver and front passenger with combined thorax/pelvis bag
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Automatic front passenger airbag deactivation
Brake callipers with Mercedes-Benz lettering and perforated front brake discs
Central airbag
Childproof locks manually operated for rear doors and electrically operated for rear power windows
Driver and front passenger airbags
Electronic parking brake
Electronic stability programme (ESP) with curve dynamic assist and cross wind assist
Hill start assist
ISOFIX child seat attachment points two outer rear seats
Knee airbags
Pedestrian protection
Pre-Safe anticipatory safety system
Seatbelts in Black
Tyre pressure monitoring system
Warning triangle and first aid kit
Window airbags

Security

Alarm system/interior protection/immobiliser
Central locking with interior switch, automatic locking and crash sensor with emergency opening function
Dashcam
Guard 360 degree vehicle protection plus
Increased anti theft protection
Keyless go comfort access - Handsfree boot opening function
Urban guard vehicle protection plus

Trim

Centre console trim in open pore brown maple wood with aluminium lines

Wheels

Noise reduced tyres
TIREFIT with tyre inflation compressor

Electric Vehicle Data

Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty	70
Battery Capacity in kWh	20
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins)	180
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change	10-100
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW	7.4
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins)	120
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change	10-100
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW	11
Battery Leased	No
Battery Type	Lithium-ion
Charging Port Location	Left Side Rear
Coupler/Connector Type	Type 2
Maximum Charging Rate - kW	11
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage	62000
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years	6
Usable Battery Capacity	25.4
WLTP - EC AC Weighted (kWh/100km) - Comb	20.6
WLTP - EC AC Weighted (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEH	20.8
WLTP - EC AC Weighted (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEL	20.6
WLTP - EC AC Weighted (miles/kWh) - Comb	3
WLTP - EC AC Weighted (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEH	3
WLTP - EC AC Weighted (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEL	3
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - City	103
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - City - TEH	102
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - City - TEL	103
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb	105
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb - TEH	104
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb - TEL	105
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - City	64
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - City - TEH	63
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - City - TEL	64
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb	65
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb - TEH	65
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb - TEL	65

Emissions - ICE

CO	0.039
HC+NOx	0.018
Noise Level dB(A)	66
NOx	0.014
Particles	0.0003
Standard Euro Emissions	EURO 6

Emissions - PHEV

WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb	47
WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb - TEH	48
WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb - TEL	47

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	1993
Compression Ratio	15.5:1
Cylinder Layout	IN-LINE
Cylinders	4
Cylinders - Bore (mm)	82
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)	94.3
Engine Layout	NORTH SOUTH
Gears	9 SPEED
Number of Valves	16
Transmission	SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - PHEV

WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Comb	5.3
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Comb - TEH	5.3
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Comb - TEL	5.3
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Extra High	5.1
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Extra High - TEH	5.1
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Extra High - TEL	5.1
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - High	4.6
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - High - TEH	4.6
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - High - TEL	4.6
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Low	7.5
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Low - TEH	7.6
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Low - TEL	7.5
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Medium	5.3
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Medium - TEH	5.3
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Medium - TEL	5.3
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Comb	53.3
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Comb - TEH	53.3
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Comb - TEL	53.3
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Extra High	55.4
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Extra High - TEH	55.4
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Extra High - TEL	55.4
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - High	61.4
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - High - TEH	61.4
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - High - TEL	61.4
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Low	37.7
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Low - TEH	37.2
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Low - TEL	37.7
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Medium	53.3
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Medium - TEH	53.3
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Medium - TEL	53.3
WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb	1.8
WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb - TEH	1.8
WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb - TEL	1.8
WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb	156.9
WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb - TEH	156.9
WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb - TEL	156.9

General

AdBlue	Yes
Generation Mark	6
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	50E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	30
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	3
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %	92
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %	90
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09	5
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	84
NCAP Safety Assist %	87
Service Interval Mileage	15500
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	6.6
Engine Power - BHP	313
Engine Power - RPM	3600
Engine Torque - NM	700
Engine Torque - RPM	1800
Top Speed	140 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	245/40 R20
Tyre Size Rear	275/35 R20
Tyre Size Spare	TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style	AMG MULTI SPOKE
Wheel Type	20" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height (including roof rails)	1470 mm
Length	4949 mm
Wheelbase	2961 mm
Width	1880 mm
Width (including mirrors)	2065 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	66
Gross Vehicle Weight	2910 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)	1675 l
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	460 l
Max. Loading Weight	405 kg
Max. Roof Load	100
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	2100
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	750
Minimum Kerbweight	2505 kg
No. of Seats	5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	11.6 m

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