Mercedes-Benz W212 E-Class Facelift Review (2013-2016) - Solid Competent Executive | EvoMalaysia.com

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[Kumarmanu]

Using my w212 2016 model and no regrets on it. Still look better than newer models (for me laa)

[Abhishekb-tp]

Dear Kon, I have owned this car for 9 years now bought it brand new in 2014... I completely agree with you on your thoughts about the product.. i have changed 3 cars since 2014 but still insist to keep this as my daily driver.. I will drop by you sometime when i come to prestige... Btw the car over its 9 years of ownership has been relatively trouble free with no issues... Maybe this will be helpful for someone who is planning to buy one used... thanks and keep up the good work...God Bless

[clivengu]

I always feel Kon can make a good lecturer.. I am sure everyone in class will pay attention and stay interested.

[shamsularfeen]

Love for Malaysia, most beautiful country, humble peoples, food variety, landscap, rich culture, full of fun.

[NizarFaizul]

I recently tried out Distronic Plus on a Japan import W176 A180 and I was also blown away on how smooth it is. That car was also over 10 years old and the ADAS system is so much more better calibrated than that on newer China and Perodua cars. Adaptive cruise on my 2022 Ativa is so rough, jarring and unnatural I always fear that one day someone will rear-end me. The only thing that is better than these older benzes is the blindspot warning.

Earlier Mercedes models with BSM only activates above 30km/h it would be very useful for changing lanes during traffic jams. They also don’t have rear cross traffic alert so extra-care is needed when reversing out of a blind corner

[Ramsworldwidevolg]

I own a w212 2013 E 300....so far no problem bought it in 2013.. never toped up anything...nor replaced anything.... till now no problem...like driving new car only.

[vvkishore]

Hi Kon, excellent review! Totally agree with you… I myself own this car from 2014. I love it more than before. It is still easily very relevant in 2024 with its impeccable quality and reliability even at the cost of present technological features such as touch display controls etc….I try to find a reason to sell this car but I fail every time 😅

[daboyprince]

Appreciate your review! 2 year owner heavy daily driver, e350 2014 facelift is definitely reliable

[timothychienyunchew]

W212 generation whether pre-facelift or facelift model are one of the best E class now and its still in demand especially in the second hand market.

[mpolley]

2016 E250 Diesel owner here in Canada, my car is pretty much spec’d exactly as the one in the video (except 2.1 diesel motor). Bought for commuting, and car has been wonderful. I appreciate your comments about the Distronic plus system, for how old the car is, it autonomously “drives” better, smoother, and more natural than much newer vehicles from other manufacturers.

In case anyone wants to know, for distronic with steer assist, under certain speeds in heavy traffic you can go completely hands off the wheel, and it does not prompt you for hands on until you go over a certain speed (at least my Canadian spec). So essentially it’s a low speed autopilot, and it’s very good at it.

[tangoah]

Automotive pop quiz at 00.08 the answer is Vauxhall with their all new Cavalier in 1988

[ragcage]

You made a fantastic video, Kon! I am currently looking into getting a used E200 Bluetec and start feeling only more hype after this video. Thanks!

[kimaroabduli]

So helpful in making decisions on which car to buy

[skleo]

I think the 2009 - 2013 conti models are perhaps one of the best years that the German carmakers ever build. Be it the bmw, mercedes or even Audis, they are build to last. Point to note that the W212 facelifted models or even the ones before that came with the 7g tronic gearbox had some gremlins in it. Particularly the ECU within the gearbox which caused a lot of inconveniences to the owners.

[snakeheadparadise]

Excellent review! Loved watching this as I look towards W212 facelift as my next Mercedes collection after owning a W210 E200 Kompressor.

[GarryChenYT]

The Myvi at 5:30 needs to be given an aggresive honk lol.

[mhcraig]

2016 E400 4matic 75k miles never an issue still on original breaks only scheduled maint great used bargain if well maintained

[totome]

I have a e350cdi SW 2012 and I agree, this is really a great and comfortable car.
Best I ever owned, no major issues after 250'000km
But I prefer mine with the split front optic.

[mercboy]

Hi Kon this wonderful video came across my feeds again. Will forever cherish this hehe. Can you do a head to head between this 212 and 214?😊

[Flycity]

Hey there wonderful video that wished could have come much earlier. Being a Mercedes fan, just got the exact same model, with having some hands on experience with it during my MB days, this M274 engine would be the point of discussion.

The M274 was a need of new engine in that era taking the age of the M271 with later M271 evo for the CGI. M274 has piezzo direct injectors which makes the diesel-like sound and now its almost common in the new era of 2.0T direction injection, be it BMW as well. One key point to take note is the engine idling sound, ‘diesel like sound’ getting harsh, your morning cold starts becomes very noisy (timing chain) which usually goes away once the engine heats up to 60c. The issue is the engine oil pump in the sump. For some reason, MB decided to have a solenoid at the oil pump to control the oil pump pressure. The solenoid also has a wire directly connected to it inside. Look out for the engine code in the diagnostics ‘internal wiring short-circuit’ which causes to the solenoid to fail and the engine doesn’t get the required lubrication and next thing your engine jams. Could be solved with a RM 1.5k fix. Also take note on the LED headlights, they have a common issue where the RHS headlight highbeam doesn’t function and a warning will appear on the meter cluster. It could be due to the Headlight ECU or the actuator motor in the headlight. A complete set of it is RM 16k.

The suspension though, its AMG spec and our roads are bad.

Hope to see more videos on these era cars, which could help some petrol heads out there thinking of one.

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