Is a loud engine normal for an E350 Sport?
Thread Starter
Member
Joined: Feb 2019
Posts: 83
Likes: 9
E350
Is a loud engine normal for an E350 Sport?
Hi, all,
Forgive this ignorant question. I just got my first Mercedes.
I've noticed that the engine is a lot louder in the cabin than my prior cars (Lexus, Toyota, Honda, Jeep), particularly while accelerating. It's a "throaty" noise - like a sports car. As I have the E350 Sport, I could see it being the case to a degree. However, is it really normal to be so loud from the cabin? Have any of you noticed this?
I've been told by a friend that generally European cars have louder engines than Japanese cars.
Just trying to make sure it's not something wrong like a bad muffler.
Thanks for your help.
Forgive this ignorant question. I just got my first Mercedes.
I've noticed that the engine is a lot louder in the cabin than my prior cars (Lexus, Toyota, Honda, Jeep), particularly while accelerating. It's a "throaty" noise - like a sports car. As I have the E350 Sport, I could see it being the case to a degree. However, is it really normal to be so loud from the cabin? Have any of you noticed this?
I've been told by a friend that generally European cars have louder engines than Japanese cars.
Just trying to make sure it's not something wrong like a bad muffler.
Thanks for your help.
Senior Member
Joined: Apr 2016
Posts: 457
Likes: 151
From: Phoenix, AZ
2016 E350 Sport 2WD
My 2016 E350 Sport does NOT have a loud exhaust system. If you have owned the car since new, I would think that something has happened to the exhaust that is causing this. If you live in cold, snowy salt country, I wouldn't be surprised.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: May 2015
Posts: 4,037
Likes: 1,011
From: Miami, FL
2003 CL 600
Your mounts are probably collapsed. They will transmit a lot of powertrain noise when they give out. Have the engine and trans mounts replaced and it will feel like a new car.
Member
Joined: Aug 2017
Posts: 85
Likes: 16
From: LA
E350
Open the hood to check the firewall insulation behind the engine has sag. Kind of suspect that it let some engine noise into the cabin. I know that my insulation sag like around 1 inch in 2 area. Going to get the dealer to take a look at it to see if they can adhesive glue it back next time I'm in service. Maybe buy high heat resistance tape from amazon to tape it back flush against the plastic barrier/wall if the dealer won't take care of it.
Thread Starter
Member
Joined: Feb 2019
Posts: 83
Likes: 9
E350
Thanks to those of you who have already replied.
It seems there are some differing opinions as to what it is.
To help hone in here is a video of the engine noise ->
What is that?
I bought it used with 60K miles, if that helps.
It seems there are some differing opinions as to what it is.
To help hone in here is a video of the engine noise ->
What is that?
I bought it used with 60K miles, if that helps.
Last edited by fganter; Feb 14, 2019 at 07:52 AM.
Trending Topics
Newbie
Joined: Jan 2019
Posts: 3
Likes: 1
E200 cgi cabrio
Same problem
I have the same problem with my E200 cgi Convertible.
Engine noise when acceleration from 1500 to 3000 rpm
My engine mounts and transmission mount are replaced, distribution chain replaced, exhaust replaced. Nothing helps.
The noise is coming from the passengers side.
My garage says to me, all the W212 coupé and convertible cars have the same noise, it's normal.
Try this : open one window and listen, i think you hear nothing!!!!!!
So, what is the solution ??? I don't now it.
:-(
*
Engine noise when acceleration from 1500 to 3000 rpm
My engine mounts and transmission mount are replaced, distribution chain replaced, exhaust replaced. Nothing helps.
The noise is coming from the passengers side.
My garage says to me, all the W212 coupé and convertible cars have the same noise, it's normal.
Try this : open one window and listen, i think you hear nothing!!!!!!
So, what is the solution ??? I don't now it.
:-(
*
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used
Verdad Gallardo
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 3,829
Likes: 592
From: NY & FL
MB’s of all kinds.
No. My 2012 E350 is pretty quite while sitting in park. When you get on it the noise comes but nothing like posted in the video. That sounds like you have a modified exhaust.
Member
Joined: Aug 2017
Posts: 85
Likes: 16
From: LA
E350
Imho our cars are quieter than Testla model 3 at 70 mph and 80+ mph. I rode in my friend's performance 3 a couple times, and the wind and road noises were louder than our MB. Of course anytime during accelerating and between speed of 0-55 mph our car are louder.
The new Audi E-Tron suv I read in reviews has lot of wind and road noises suppression/isolation that will make it one of the quietest car on the road.
The new Audi E-Tron suv I read in reviews has lot of wind and road noises suppression/isolation that will make it one of the quietest car on the road.
Member
Joined: Aug 2016
Posts: 130
Likes: 18
'11 E350 4Matic Sport
My '11 E350 Sport 4Matic has a throaty sound when getting on it but my engine mounts are shot so that is most likely the issue. My '09 C300 was much quieter in comparison but while its mounts were going bad they were not as bad as my E350 mounts.
Under normal acceleration (up to ~3000RPM) the M272 3.5 does have more of a grainy sound than my M272 3.0 did. It's not objectionable but is noticeable, again this could be because of the failing mounts.
Under normal acceleration (up to ~3000RPM) the M272 3.5 does have more of a grainy sound than my M272 3.0 did. It's not objectionable but is noticeable, again this could be because of the failing mounts.
Thread Starter
Member
Joined: Feb 2019
Posts: 83
Likes: 9
E350
Took my wife on a date last night.
After dinner, we got in the car, I started it and without me saying anything, she says, "Your engine sounds loud."
My response: "Right?!" LOL
So even at idle, my engine sounds louder in the cabin than our other cars.
After dinner, we got in the car, I started it and without me saying anything, she says, "Your engine sounds loud."
My response: "Right?!" LOL
So even at idle, my engine sounds louder in the cabin than our other cars.
Super Member
Joined: Sep 2015
Posts: 725
Likes: 189
From: Chicago area
2015 E400 and 2015 GLK350
Not likely a head gasket -- those would create a host of other problems. Could be anything in the exhaust system, though, so I would have that checked. Also check for anything rubbing/buzzing against something else. Check things like exhaust system rubber hangers, etc. If one of the pipes is leaning on another body or frame part, some vibration/noise could result. Could also be a small exhaust leak.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 3,829
Likes: 592
From: NY & FL
MB’s of all kinds.
But in all honesty you should get that looked at ASAP.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Oct 2002
Posts: 4,975
Likes: 1,343
From: Cincinnati
2010 E350 4Matic
Thanks to those of you who have already replied.
It seems there are some differing opinions as to what it is.
To help hone in here is a video of the engine noise -> https://youtu.be/oFiVe7dj8Js
What is that?
I bought it used with 60K miles, if that helps.
It seems there are some differing opinions as to what it is.
To help hone in here is a video of the engine noise -> https://youtu.be/oFiVe7dj8Js
What is that?
I bought it used with 60K miles, if that helps.
Shouldn't sound like that. These engines are much smoother sounding, I would have somebody check the exhaust for a leak or to insure somebody didn't do something stupid like a resonator delete.
Thread Starter
Member
Joined: Feb 2019
Posts: 83
Likes: 9
E350
Took the car to a Mercedes mechanic.
Me: The noise in the cabin sounds pretty loud. Definitely louder than my other cars. Other Mercedes owners [those of you who have responded to this thread] have said it sounds abnormal.
Mechanic: Sounds pretty normal. Nothing to worry about.
Me: You're saying other Mercedes are this loud?
Mechanic: Don't know. I don't have an E350 to compare.
Me (in my head): Then, how can you say its normal?
I suppose I need to try a different mechanic.
BTW - I rode in an E300 yesterday and it was very different - quiet like my prior cars.
I'm definitely not imagining this.
Me: The noise in the cabin sounds pretty loud. Definitely louder than my other cars. Other Mercedes owners [those of you who have responded to this thread] have said it sounds abnormal.
Mechanic: Sounds pretty normal. Nothing to worry about.
Me: You're saying other Mercedes are this loud?
Mechanic: Don't know. I don't have an E350 to compare.
Me (in my head): Then, how can you say its normal?
I suppose I need to try a different mechanic.
BTW - I rode in an E300 yesterday and it was very different - quiet like my prior cars.
I'm definitely not imagining this.
Thread Starter
Member
Joined: Feb 2019
Posts: 83
Likes: 9
E350
Thread Starter
Member
Joined: Feb 2019
Posts: 83
Likes: 9
E350
Thread Starter
Member
Joined: Feb 2019
Posts: 83
Likes: 9
E350
local mercedes dealer is a joke. Told me I needed $2600 of work without visually inspecting the car - recommended a bunch of stuff based on miles.
have you listened to the recording? I would be a tad bit surprised if that sound is because of mounts, but, hey, I'm new to this, so that's why I'm asking.
