Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2013–2016 car dimensions: 4905 mm long, 1854 mm wide and 1507 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,845 kg. Braked towing is 1,900 kg.
The cabin features a COMAND Online system with high-resolution colour display and Media Interface as standard, along with DAB radio and Bluetooth. THERMATIC automatic climate control is standard. Cruise control with SPEEDTRONIC is standard. PARKTRONIC with Active Park Assist is standard for parking support. Collision Prevention Assist provides standard automatic emergency braking support. Blind Spot Assist and Active Lane Keeping Assist are available in optional packages. A reversing camera is optional.
The estate offers 695 litres of boot space with seats up, expanding to 1950 litres with the rear seats folded. Easy-Pack features include a folding load floor, quickfold split rear seats and powered tailgate as standard.
Braked towing capacity is 1900 kg and unbraked is 750 kg. Payload is 595 kg. Self-levelling rear air suspension is standard to help with loaded driving.
The cabin offers a quiet, refined space with strong insulation against wind and road noise plus ergonomic front seats that provide firm long-journey support. Standard dual-zone climate control keeps temperatures even, while optional multi-contour seats with dynamic bolsters and massage plus ventilated fronts add adjustable lateral hold and cooling. A panoramic roof option brightens the interior and self-levelling rear air suspension keeps the ride composed when loaded.
Combined fuel use 5.0 l/100 km NEDC, CO2 132 g/km
Euro NCAP 5 stars (adult 86 %, child 77 %, pedestrian 59 %, assist 86 %)
ASSYST PLUS flexible service up to 25 000 km or 12–24 months
Standard nine airbags, PRE-SAFE, ATTENTION ASSIST, Collision Prevention Assist, ESP, ABS, active bonnet
Self-levelling rear air suspension standard on Estate
The E 220 CDI 2.1-litre four-cylinder diesel delivers 170 hp and 400 Nm with NEDC combined consumption of 5.0 l/100 km and 132 g/km CO2. ECO start/stop is standard and helps keep real-world figures close to the claimed range on longer runs.
ASSYST PLUS monitors oil condition and driving style to set flexible service intervals that can stretch to 25 000 km or one to two years under gentle use. fixed schedules start at 15 000 km or 12 months. Regular checks of filters, brakes and fluids keep the car reliable.
Euro NCAP awarded five stars in 2009–2010 testing that covers this generation. Standard kit includes nine airbags, PRE-SAFE anticipatory protection, ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness warning, Collision Prevention Assist, ESP, ABS and an active bonnet for pedestrian safety.
The Estate’s large load bay, powered tailgate and self-levelling rear suspension make daily use practical. Stick to the ASSYST schedule, use the correct low-ash oil and the diesel remains frugal and durable for high-mileage European roads.
Length 4905 mm, Width 1854 mm, Height 1507 mm, Wheelbase 2874 mm (E-Class 2013–2016)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon and Estate brochure, Mercedes-Benz Classic type sheet S 212 D 22 / 212.202, Facelift estate series documented as 2013–2016.