Target Audience:
Luxury sedan buyers seeking V8 performance with executive comfort and advanced safety technology
Segment:
Mid-size luxury sedan
Key Advantage:
Direct-injection 4.6L V8 with strong torque delivery, COMAND electronics, and comprehensive safety suite
Competitors:
BMW 5 Series (550i), Audi A6, Lexus GS 460
Powertrain:
M278 4.6L biturbo V8 with 7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic
Safety:
ATTENTION ASSIST, PRE-SAFE, nine airbags
Comfort:
AGILITY CONTROL suspension, dual-zone automatic climate control
Manual Type:
Factory owners manual (digital reproduction)
Coverage Areas:
Instrument cluster, entertainment, climate, lights, driver controls, locks, seating and restraints, driving, maintenance, specifications
Page Count:
N/A - not specified for this edition
File Format:
PDF (requires Acrobat Reader, Foxit, or comparable PDF reader)
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download
Device Compatibility:
Any device capable of reading PDF files
Instrument Cluster:
Gauge functions, warning lamps, indicator symbols, display menus
Entertainment Systems:
Audio, media interfaces, COMAND operation
Climate Controls:
Dual-zone automatic climate control operation, air distribution, defrosting
Lights:
Exterior and interior lighting, headlamp controls, bulb information
Driver Controls:
Steering wheel, cruise control, stalks, mirrors, windows
Locks and Security:
Keyless Go, central locking, anti-theft systems
Seating and Safety Restraints:
Seat adjustment, memory, airbag system, seat belts, child restraints
Driving:
Transmission operation, parking brake, driving tips, trailer towing
Maintenance and Specifications
Engine Compartment:
Component layout and under-hood access
Engine Oil:
Oil level checks, grade and capacity specifications
Battery:
Location, care, jump-starting procedure
Fuel Information:
Fuel requirements, fuel quality, filler location
Air Filters:
Air filter service information
Refill Capacities:
Factory-specified fluid capacities for all systems
Lubricant Specifications:
Approved lubricants and fluids
Part Numbers:
Consumable and filter part number references
Accessories:
Approved accessories and attachment points
Owner-Level Procedures:
Checks, adjustments, and routine care suitable for the owner
Service Information:
Specifications and data commonly used at service intervals
Repair Procedures:
N/A - owners manual, not a workshop/repair manual
Customer Assistance:
Roadside assistance, customer service contacts
Reporting Safety Defects:
NHTSA defect reporting (U.S. only)
Cleaning and Care:
Interior and exterior cleaning guidance
Index:
Alphabetical topic index for quick lookup
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Engine Type:
4.6L V8 biturbo (M278), direct injection
Horsepower:
402 hp @ 5,000-5,800 rpm
Torque:
443 lb-ft @ 1,800-3,500 rpm
Compression Ratio:
10.5:1
Fuel Delivery:
Direct injection with twin turbochargers
Recommended Fuel:
Premium unleaded (91 octane or higher)
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approximately 21.1 gallons
Standard Transmission:
7G-TRONIC PLUS 7-speed automatic
Optional Transmission:
N/A - single automatic transmission for this model
Shift Features:
Steering wheel shift paddles, DIRAVI-shift modes (C/S), lockup torque converter
Drive Configuration:
Rear-wheel drive (4MATIC all-wheel drive available on some E-Class trims)
NHTSA Rating:
E-Class (W212) received high overall crash test ratings; verify specific 2011 scores at Safercar.gov
ATTENTION ASSIST:
Driver drowsiness monitoring standard
PRE-SAFE:
Anticipatory occupant protection system that pre-tensions belts and closes windows when a collision risk is detected
Stability Systems:
ESP electronic stability program with ABS and traction control
Braking:
Brake Assist, adaptive brake lights, hill start assist
Airbags:
Nine airbags including driver/front-passenger, side, window, and driver knee airbag
Restraints:
Seat belt pretensioners and force limiters
Structure:
Reinforced passenger cell with crumple zones
Audio System:
AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio with in-dash single-CD/DVD player
Display:
COMAND controller with central display screen
Connectivity:
Bluetooth interface, auxiliary input, SD card slot, USB port
Optional Audio:
Harman Kardon LOGIC7 surround sound system on equipped vehicles
ATTENTION ASSIST:
Monitors steering behavior for fatigue detection
Parking Guidance:
PARKTRONIC with parking guidance on equipped vehicles
Adaptive Options:
Available DISTRONIC PLUS adaptive cruise control and Blind Spot Assist
Service Schedule:
Flexible Service System (ASSYST PLUS) determines intervals based on driving conditions, typically up to 10,000 miles/1 year
Engine Oil:
MB-Approval 229.5 synthetic oil; capacity approximately 8.5 quarts with filter
Coolant:
Mercedes-approved coolant; verify ratio in manual
Brake Fluid:
N/A - confirm DOT specification in the manual
Transmission Fluid:
Sealed 7G-TRONIC PLUS unit; use only MB-approved fluid
Known Issues / Common Wear
Oil Service:
Turbo V8 benefits from strict oil change intervals
Brakes:
Front brake pads are a common wear item on this heavy sedan
Battery:
Main battery and auxiliary battery should be tested periodically
Manufacturer:
Mercedes-Benz, Stuttgart, Germany
E-Class Lineage:
W212 generation (2010-2016) successor to the W211
2010:
W212 E-Class introduced with new design language and PRE-SAFE suite
2011:
E550 transitions to the direct-injection M278 biturbo V8, replacing the 5.5L naturally aspirated V8
Production Location:
Sindelfingen, Germany
