Hi Folks, I'm curious. Is there any way to tell if the new (211) series has distronic or not? I mean, are there any outside cues? Thanks in advance. //DS

 

The center section of the grill is solid and covered by a clear plastic piece. This is the location of the radar unit.

Also looking in through the window, the middle console will have a distance control placed next to the gear shift lever.

-s-

 

Thanks, by the center of the grille do you mean closest to the star? How big? Also, where is the button inside...to the left or right of the shift lever? Thanks again...//DS

 

I think you can find pictures, demos, and all the information you need at www.mbusa.com ... do a "build your own" and get the details on Distronic.

-s-

 

thanks for all the info, the demo they have is really cool and explains the system well.

I like it....this seems like an option that many do not choose though.//DS

 

It is a little pricey, but great value, I use it virtually everyday on the freeway, where regular cruise control would not be useful.

 

Look in the center of the grill on this car:

 

And this one. See the difference.