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Bluetec question

Old Oct 4, 2012 | 06:42 PM
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Bluetec question

Hey guys, a friend of mine just bought a new 2012 E550 ( or E500, a V-8 anyway) convertible. However, on the front fender is a Bluetec badge. I know it's not a diesel. Anyone have any thoughts on this apparent contradiction?
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Old Oct 4, 2012 | 08:01 PM
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As far s I know all 2012 E class gas engines have these badges. It has nothing to do with having a diesel engine but rather with emissions questions.

Originally this nomenclature was used for a MB clean diesel technology but now is obviously applies to the entire E class engine lineup since they went to direct injection motors.
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Old Oct 4, 2012 | 08:05 PM
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Originally Posted by GotDaBenz
Hey guys, a friend of mine just bought a new 2012 E550 ( or E500, a V-8 anyway) convertible. However, on the front fender is a Bluetec badge. I know it's not a diesel. Anyone have any thoughts on this apparent contradiction?
Thanks,
Are you sure it doesn't say "BlueEfficiency". That's marketing-speak for the eco friendly aspects of the non-diesel engines.

BlueTec refers to the additive (AddBlue) used in the new diesels to clean diesel exhaust.

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Don
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Old Oct 4, 2012 | 08:29 PM
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Thanks to all. It may say Blue Efficiency. Are the diesels all labelled Bluetec?
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Old Oct 5, 2012 | 10:55 AM
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Originally Posted by GotDaBenz
Thanks to all. It may say Blue Efficiency. Are the diesels all labelled Bluetec?
The diesels are labelled BluTec on the trunk lid.

In the US, the coupe and cabriolet don't come with diesel.

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Old Oct 5, 2012 | 05:34 PM
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OK, I see. Thanks, I'll let him know.
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