2013 Mercedes E-Class Coupe (C207) E 200 6MT RWD (184 HP)

Vehicle Overview

After four years on the market, Mercedes-Benz refreshed the E-Class coupe (C207) along with the rest of the E-Class lineup, solving some aesthetic issues and improving the engine’s lineup.

The German automaker had to improve the vehicle to comply with the Euro 6 emission standards, which were planned to come into force starting September 2014. At the same time, it also had to solve the complaints about the car’s look and also upgrade the interior. But the price for these upgrades, on the entire E-Class lineup, was high. Mercedes-Benz spent over one billion Euros on all these upgrades. But they were well worth it.

Sporting a new front fascia with two wide, organic-shaped headlights, the E-Class Coupe pleased customers. Depending on the trim level and options, it featured an A-shaped lower grille on the bumper flanked by side scoops that hosted the LED daytime running lights. From its profile, the C207 showed a curved greenhouse shape and a faux cabriolet appearance. Finally, at the back, the short deck ended the vehicle, while the rear panel was adorned by wider LED taillights than on the non-facelifted version.

While many people asked for a refreshed exterior, few had expected the interior upgrades where Mercedes-Benz completely changed the cabin. It moved the gear selector behind the steering wheel, leaving the center console clear, thus creating more storage areas. Atop the center stack, the automaker integrated the infotainment screen neatly under the same cover as the instrument panel.

Along with the facelift, the previously used 1.8-liter supercharged versions were removed, and the automaker added a 2.0-liter gasoline engine as the base version. In addition, it improved the performance of the turbo-diesel powerplants.