Mercedes-Benz has introduced its new-generation direct injection (CGI) petrol technology in the E Class. The turbo-charged direct-injection petrol motor that displaces 1796cc will be the second Mercedes variant to be powered by a CGI motor in India, first being the C200 CGI.
With the E200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY, the E-Class range offers the widest variety as compared to any product in its segment with eight products. The CGI technology combined with BlueEFFICIENCY measures ensures improved efficiency, performance as well as environmental compatibility.
Unlike other direct injection petrol engines, however, this one has a vital advantage; it can run a genuine lean burn cycle. What this means is that when the motor is not under heavy load, it needs very little fuel to run. The mixture of fuel and air in the cylinder, normally 14 parts of air to one part of fuel, is reduced to a much lower ratio. As a result, the motor runs more efficiently. Its Piezo injectors can manage multiple injections, just like a modern common-rail diesel.
The 1796cc in-line 4-cylinder petrol motor produces a healthy 183bhp @ 5600rpm and 29.08kgm of torque at 2400-4000rpm. Available in the Elegance trim, the E200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY comes with a price tag of Rs 39.5lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).