Mercedes Eclasscoupecab 2012 Owner's Manual

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2012 E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet

125! years of innovation

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In 1886, Carl Benz was awarded the patent for inventing the first car,

while just 60 miles away, Gottlieb Daimler developed his own version.

Between them they also invented the motorcycle and truck, and won

the first auto race. For 125 years, a passion for innovation has driven

Mercedes -Benz to continually reinvent the automobile — creating an

ongoing legacy of firsts that keep redefining the standard for all cars.

Among them, the 4 - wheel independent suspension 80 years ago. The

crumple zone and fuel injection in the 1950s. The Electronic Stability

Program nearly 20 years ago. And more recently, PRE-SAFE.® Today,

the Three -Pointed Star remains far more than a shining symbol of

Mercedes -Benz innovation. It’s a guiding beacon for all automobiles.

E 550 Coupe show n with optional Palladium Silver metallic paint, PARKT RONIC and Premium 2 Package.

passion you can see. beauty you can feel.

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Extraordinary automobiles tend to possess a hidden quality that draws you instantly to them. Even

at first glance, your instinct tells you: This is going to be special. This will feel like nothing else. For

generations, the coupes and convertibles of Mercedes -Benz have emitted an allure that’s at once

invisible and irresistible. Perhaps it’s the promise of scintillating performance in their stance. The

engineering legacy behind the Star in their grille. Or the devotion that crafted their four- seat cabins.

It turns out that the character you can’t see in the 2012 E- Class Coupes and Cabriolets is something

you won’t find in other cars. The way the pillarless Coupes present a uniquely unspoiled view of the

rapidly passing scenery. Or how the impeccably tailored Cabriolets turn taut fabric and a rigid body

into unbridled freedom. Each of them, however, is foremost an E- Class. Which means they bring you

driving innovations you’ve never seen on other cars — and driving passion like you’ve never felt.

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E 350 Cabriolet shown above with optional Quar tz Blue metallic paint, Ash/Dark Grey leather, and optional
PARKTRONIC and Premium 2 Package. E 550 Coupe shown at right with Ar ctic White paint, and optional
PARKTRONIC, and Driver Assistanc e and Premium 2 Packages. Please see endnotes at back of brochure.

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panoramic vision.

Meticulous. Fastidious. Honed to a fine edge. What defines the E- Class Coupes and Cabriolets

so sharply is precisely how they set your spirit free. A new generation of engines turn molecules

and milliseconds into expansive power and extended efficiency. Advanced suspensions balance

intense cornering grip with relaxed highway cruising. Contentment comes with confidence,

thanks to exclusive innovations in safety, performance, comfort and entertainment. Even their

design turns the depth of their engineering into a breath of fresh air — delivered via four power

windows and an all- glass roof on the Coupe, or by lowering the Cabriolet’s all-season soft top. In

the 2012 E- Class, rigorous attention to every detail inspires a panorama of driving pleasures.

E 350 Cabriolet. A refreshing new 302-hp Direct Injection V- 6
is invigorated by a 7- speed automatic transmission with paddle
shifters. Along with the spirited handling of its road - sensing
AGILITY CONTROL suspension and 17" alloy wheels,1 it can
sprint to 60 mph in 6.3 seconds,2 yet deliver 26 highway mpg.

E 550 Cabriolet. A new 402-hp Direct Injection twin-turbo V-8
teams up with a paddle - shifted 7- speed automatic, 18" wheels1
and Dynamic Handling suspension to create one of the most
energetic Mercedes- Benz cabriolets yet: 0–60 in 5.0 seconds.2

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At 23 highway mpg,3 it’s one of the most efficient as well.

E 350 Coupe. With the same all - new 302- hp V- 6 and paddle -shifted
7-speed as its soft - top twin, the E 350 Coupe can reach 60 mph in
just 6.1 seconds2 and return a remarkable 27 mpg on the highway.3
Its innovative AGILITY CONTROL suspension and staggered -width 17"
wheels1 are precisely tuned for crisp feedback and smooth control.

E 550 Coupe. With a mighty new 402 -hp twin -turbo V - 8 and newly
reengineered 7- speed automatic with paddle shifters, the E 550
surges to 60 in an incredible 4.9 seconds.2 And yet, with its driver ­selectable Dynamic Handling suspension, massive 18" alloys1 and
24 highway mpg,3 its per formance qualifications are quite credible.

New- generation power. All - new engines for the 2012 E - Class output

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richer torque with higher efficiency and lower emissions. In the E 350
Coupe and Cabriolet, a 302- hp V - 6 generates 273 lb - ft of torque. The
E 550 models provide the 402- hp thrust of a twin - turbo V-8 that puts
443 lb - ft torque on tap from just 1,800 rpm. Both powerplants further
boost efficiency with such measures as a lightweight diecast - alloy
block, quicker and more widely variable valve timing, reduced friction,
and clever “on- demand” ancillary components such as the alternator.

E 550 Coupe show n with optional Iridium Silver metalli c paint an d
Premiu m 2 Package. Please see endnotes at back of brochure.

adrenaline rush.

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endorphin release.

The mark of a true athlete is exerting tremendous ability with graceful

agility. With their advanced engines, nimble suspensions and innovative

performance technology, the E - Class Coupes and Cabriolets take

strenuous sprints in stride. Both the 3.5-liter E 350 V-6 and the 4.6- liter

twin -turbo V-8 of the E 550 models breathe deeply, wind up quickly

and thrust forward eagerly. A rapid-multispark ignition system fires

up to four times in a millisecond, while high- pressure Direct Injection

manages fuel delivery with molecular precision for higher efficiency and

ultra-low emissions. Each engine channels its force through a paddle-

shifted 7- speed automatic transmission that’s been reengineered

for crisper shifts and smoother response. Innovative handling and

braking systems flex their muscles with an ideal mix of dexterity and

determination. The result is an exhilarating display of performance

that delivers both an immediate rush and a lasting euphoria.

Staggered wheels. For tenacious tire grip under acceleration
while maintaining crisp steering feedback, the rear wheels
are wider than their front- axle teammates. E 350 models ride
on 17" split 5 - spoke alloys, while E 550 models sport an 18"
5- spoke design. The optional Appearance Package outfits any
E-Class Coupe or Cabriolet with 18" twin 5- spoke AMG wheels.1

Advanced suspensions . The AGILIT Y CONTROL suspension
on the E 350 models instantly recalibrates to the road surface,
for a balance of handling and comfort. Sport tuning is included
with the Appearance Package. On E 550 models, a sport- tuned
Dynamic Handling suspension lets you alter the damping rates,
accelerator response and shift points at the touch of a button.

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E 350 Coupe sh own with opti onal Oli vin e Grey metall ic paint , PARK TRONIC , and
Driver Assistance and Premium 2 Packages. Please see endnotes at back of brochure.