Mercedes-Benz has launched a new entry-level diesel variant in the E-Class line-up in India. Called the E 220d, this new variant is priced at Rs. 57.14 lakh (ex-showroom, Pune). Moreover, Mercedes will be passing on GST benefits to the customers post the July 1 implementation, which is expected to further reduce the price. Similar to other variants on offer, the new E 220d is also available in the E-Class' long wheelbase (LWB) guise.

The Mercedes Benz E 220d is powered by a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine that churns out around 192 BHP and 400 Nm of torque, while being mated to a 9-speed automatic gearbox. This powertrain can accelerate the E-Class from 0-100 km/h in a company claimed time of 7.8 seconds, while the top speed has been rated at 240 km/h. Mercedes claims that this new engine is 17% lighter and 13% more fuel efficient than the 2.1-litre diesel engine found on the previous-gen E-Class.

Features on offer with the new E 220d include full LED headlamp and taillights, panoramic sunroof, 17-inch 5-spoke alloys, 3-zone climate control, reclining rear seats and a 12.3-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The E-Class was launched in India earlier this year with two variants - E 200 and E 350d. The petrol is a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged unit that is rated at 182 BHP and 300 Nm. Meanwhile, the diesel 350d variant gets a 3.0-litre V6 engine that churns out 254 BHP and 620 Nm of torque. Both these engines are available with Mercedes' 9G-Tronic automatic gearbox.

Mercedes-Benz will launch the E 220d in India on June 2, 2017. This will mark the introduction of a new entry-level diesel variant in the E-Class line-up.

Mercedes had launched the 2017 E-Class LWB in India earlier this year. The luxury sedan is currently available in two variants - E 200 and E 350d. The E 220d will slot below the E 350d, which is currently the only diesel variant available.

Powering the Mercedes E 220d will be a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine that is expected to churn out around 191 BHP and 400 Nm of torque, while being mated to a 9-speed automatic gearbox. While this engine is already available in international markets, its Indian launch was delayed as the German automaker had to downgrade the powerplant from Euro VI to BS-IV norms, so that it can work with the BS-IV fuel available in India.

Source: Autocar India