Long-term update: 2010 Mercedes E350 4-Matic
Vehicle: 2010 Mercedes E350 4-Matic sedan with Premium Pkg
Price as tested: CDN$66800
Mileage since picked up: 3500km
Regular maintenance: 0
Unscheduled repairs: 0
While Mercedes has its highly praised direct injection technology for its V6 powerplant in Europe, which is called CGI BlueEfficiency, Mercedes Canada refused to bring this very technology in for warranty reasons. Why is such a proven technology refused to enter for warranty reasons is beyond our knowledge. However, our 258hp 3.5 liter has served us relatively well for the last few months. It provides more than enough performance for our daily driving. The 7-speed manumatic with paddle shifters are willing to up and downshifts. With the help of the paddle shifters, it allows us for a bit of fun. When it comes to fuel economy, E350 delivers with an average of 12 liters per 100km which is much better than we expected.