SCOOP! Mercedes to bring back E 350 sedan to India

    Mercedes E 350 to join updated E-class's India range; to come with V6 diesel only.

    Published On Apr 18, 2014 03:15:00 AM

    12,043 Views

    The current-generation (W212) Mercedes E-class was launched in India way back in 2009. The carmaker initially launched the E-class only with V6 engines and the range started at a price of Rs 46.9 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

    But with the rupee getting weaker, the price of the E 350 started spiralling northwards, resulting in a substantial drop in demand. The effect of currency fluctuation and high taxes was also evident in low demand for other V6 engined competitors from Audi, BMW and Jaguar.

    In June last year, Mercedes-Benz gave the E-class sedan a mid-cycle refresh, but launched it with only four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines. The carmaker also launched the high-performance twin-turbo V8-powered E 63 AMG as a halo offering in the E-class line-up soon after.

    In a recent conversation, Eberhard Kern, managing director and CEO, Mercedes-Benz India, said, “There is a big gap between the E 250 CDI and the E 63 AMG in the E-class line-up. You give us something to think about and we will do it.”

    Although, it wasn’t officially confirmed by Kern, the Mercedes boss did drop hints that his company is looking to launch the updated E 350 sedan in India. The updated E 350 will come with the traditional-style Mercedes radiator grille. Expect the new E 350 range to start at around a whopping Rs 58 lakh (ex-showroom, estimated) when it hits Indian showrooms around the festive season. 

    Copyright (c) Autocar India. All rights reserved.

    Comments

    ×
    img

    No comments yet. Be the first to comment.

    Ask Autocar Anything about Car and Bike Buying and Maintenance Advices
    Need an expert opinion on your car and bike related queries?
    Ask Now

    Search By Car Price

    Poll of the month

    The Creta will be the third Hyundai N-Line model in India. Should more mass-market brands have sporty sub-brands?

    Yes, it's something special for enthusiasts

     

    18.44%

    Yes, but only if there is increased performance

     

    44.29%

    No, it's just a gimmick to increase the price

     

    29.42%

    It doesn't always work; just look at Tata JTP

     

    7.86%

    Total Votes : 1540
    Sign up for our newsletter

    Get all the latest updates from the automobile universe