Ordering E350 Bluetec
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From: Cary NC
07 ML 320 CDI,'11 E350Bluetec
adblue & runflat issue
I knew what I was getting into when I ordered the Bluetec. Guess I am still on my honeymoon because I still really love this car. Best benz I have owned and I go back to the 240D days. There is so much more technolgy in this when you think back to the 240D that could not get up a hill.But all the improvements come with a cost. You are willing or not to pay that tab, and you should make that decision before you purchase. I did, and I feel fine with my decsion and my car.
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I knew what I was getting into when I ordered the Bluetec. Guess I am still on my honeymoon because I still really love this car. Best benz I have owned and I go back to the 240D days. There is so much more technolgy in this when you think back to the 240D that could not get up a hill.But all the improvements come with a cost. You are willing or not to pay that tab, and you should make that decision before you purchase. I did, and I feel fine with my decsion and my car.
As I previously posted, I weighed the pros and cons and finally decided to forgo the better fuel economy for a more predictable maintainance scenario.
It's also interesting to note that the E350 Bluetec in Canada does not use runflat tires. I wonder why.
YMMV
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E420
DEF = adblue
Thanks for the tip on DEF - did not realize they were the same thing. If they both meet the same standards I am not shy about saving the money ($26 vs $180).
For me the cash price is one thing, and operating costs another. I am willing to spend cash up front for a nicer car that is cheaper to operate, and diesels usually fall into that category. And I'm still pretty high on the notion of getting 400 ft-lbs of torque out of the lighter 3 litre engine.
For me the cash price is one thing, and operating costs another. I am willing to spend cash up front for a nicer car that is cheaper to operate, and diesels usually fall into that category. And I'm still pretty high on the notion of getting 400 ft-lbs of torque out of the lighter 3 litre engine.
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Thanks for the tip on DEF - did not realize they were the same thing. If they both meet the same standards I am not shy about saving the money ($26 vs $180).
For me the cash price is one thing, and operating costs another. I am willing to spend cash up front for a nicer car that is cheaper to operate, and diesels usually fall into that category. And I'm still pretty high on the notion of getting 400 ft-lbs of torque out of the lighter 3 litre engine.
For me the cash price is one thing, and operating costs another. I am willing to spend cash up front for a nicer car that is cheaper to operate, and diesels usually fall into that category. And I'm still pretty high on the notion of getting 400 ft-lbs of torque out of the lighter 3 litre engine.
E350 Bluetec 4059 lbs
E550 4034 lbs
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So for *my* car,at least,it will cost me about $30 (and about 10 minutes of my time) to refill the tank every year or so.IMO,unless they'll do it for free under a full maintenence plan,you'd be crazy to let the dealer charge you $200+ to refill the tank.
And BTW...in case you're unfamiliar with current diesels (BMW,MB,etc).... once you've experienced the torque they provide you'll never go back.Guaranteed!
Just my $0.02 worth....
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MY17 E43 Matte Selenite/Macchiato Beige, MY16 GLE350d Tenorite/Crystal Grey, MY17 B250
The first W212 E BlueTECs have arrived in Canada...
This one has Premium Package (MPP), Advanced Driving Assistance Package (includes DISTRONIC PLUS) (MAP) and rear-view camera (218). Palladium Silver w/Alpaca Grey interior.
This one has Premium Package (MPP), Advanced Driving Assistance Package (includes DISTRONIC PLUS) (MAP) and rear-view camera (218). Palladium Silver w/Alpaca Grey interior.
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The non-staggered are to make winter switchovers easier (can rotate front-to-rear, etc) and to maintain consistency across the entire E-Class sedan range (except E63 obviously). The tire inflator kit is necessary because run-flats are not installed and there is no spare tire (due to the AdBlue tank).
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From: Belgium
E350 bleutec
the dealer offers for 600 EURO a +30 BHP tuning, and also extra in torque.
on the internet i found a tuner to 250 Euro, with more BHP and easy install.
Another dealer said it would damage the warranty.
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E350 bleutec
tires why use bigger
I see that many want the widest tires as possible..
When you talk about getting bigger tires, is it only for the beauty or for the safety.
They are more expensive to change and the consumption/ pollution gets worse. no?
I would prefer the 16 inch instead of 18 inch, but here I can see that the forum has another opinion.
When you talk about getting bigger tires, is it only for the beauty or for the safety.
They are more expensive to change and the consumption/ pollution gets worse. no?
I would prefer the 16 inch instead of 18 inch, but here I can see that the forum has another opinion.
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From: Central Pennsylvania
2012 S350 Bluetec 4Matic, Diamond White, P2
The MB container to fill the tank comes in a 1/2 Gallon Bottle / Part Number A0005830107 Current LIST: $9.00. The E-350 needs 6.5 gallons of the stuff according to the specs so you need 13 bottles @ $117 / 10K miles. Every 20K miles you must evacuate the tank to flush out crystals that may have formed. I believe that the labor charge is 1 hour to do that in addition.
