Mercedes-Benz Long-Wheelbase E-Class (V213)
The Mercedes-Benz E-class Long-Wheel-Base V213 （長軸距E級轎車） is an automobile designed by German Car Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz, and is also the latest generation of the Long-Wheel-Base E-Class saloon. This Long-Wheel-Base version so far is only available in Chinese and Indian Markets. Standard wheelbase versions are referred to as W213, which is also available in the Chinese Market.
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class (V213) | |
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 Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB in China | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Beijing Benz |
| Also called | Mercedes-Benz E-Class L (LWB) 'Small S-Class' |
| Production | September 2016–present |
| Model years | 2017–present |
| Assembly | Beijing: China |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size luxury car / Executive car |
| Body style | 4-door saloon |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Related | Mercedes-Benz V212 Facelift |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
2.0 L M274 L4 Turbocharged (184PS) 2.0 L M274 L4 Turbocharged (245PS) 3.0 L M276 DELA 30 Biturbo V6 (272PS) |
| Transmission | 9-speed 9G-Tronic automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3,079 mm (121.2 in) (2017: Saloon) |
| Length | 5,065 mm (199.4 in) (2017: Saloon) |
| Width | 1,860 mm (73.2 in) (2017: Saloon) |
| Height | 1,467 mm (57.8 in) (2017: Saloon) |
| Curb weight | 1,770–1,800 kg (3,900–3,970 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Mercedes-Benz E-Class (V212) |
The E-Class V213 was launched in the 2016 Beijing Auto Show and on sale in China in August the same year. It was very different from its predecessor, the facelifted V212, with a completely new chassis and interior. The V213 E-Class is often referred to as the ‘smaller S-Class Maybach’, mainly due to the many similarities they have including the shape of the c-pillar and so on. The car is 5,067mm long, which makes it the longest E-Class ever made. The V213 E-Class comes with 3 basic models, E200L, E300L and E320L, all of which can be selected between Exclusive line and AMG Line designs. The new 4-cylinder turbocharged M274 or M276 petrol powered engines are available,which are quickly enough to get E200L from 0-62 mph in 8.6s, E300L in 6.9s and E320L 4MATIC in a claimed 5.7s. This time the all new 9G-Tronic Transmission which focuses more on efficiency and smoother gear changes is standard across the whole range. Since launch, there have been controversies as well as admirations in China. Longer wheelbase and luxury equipments have made the new E-Class popularly recognised as the less expensive alternative to the S-Class. Another reason being the design has taken inspiration from the Maybach S-Class. While some are unsatisfied about the fact that some of the equipment like the Multi-Beam Headlights and several driving assistances which are the car's brand new features don’t come as standard, others render the spacious cabin, new interior and in fact all V213 E-Class have 12.3 inch display, automatic brakes and luxurious features such as onboard Wifi and wireless charging as standard, which is something that is not achieved in all W213 E-Class worldwide as the car’s success. The price difference between W213 and V213 E-Class in China is not significantly huge, as it is around only 10,000 RMB ($1,560), which contributes to making the V213 E-Class even more popular.[1]