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E 320 CDI: Diesel Premiere in the US
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The six-cylinder E 320 CDI Saloon is the latest diesel model to be unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in January 2004 by Mercedes-Benz - the brand with the greatest tradition and most impressive expertise of all when it comes to producing diesel engines for passenger cars. The Stuttgart-based manufacturer believes its powerful and economical CDI models have an excellent chance of success in the American market - and not just among loyal diesel customers. Developing 150 kW/204 hp (U.S.: 201 hp), the direct-injection diesel engine produces its peak torque of 500 Nm (369 lb-ft) from just 1800 rpm. It combines excellent acceleration and impressive pulling power with an exemplary fuel consumption of only 6.9 litres per 100 km (total NEDC consumption) and achieves in the American test procedure around 35 mpg*. In everyday operation, it is therefore far superior to comparable vehicles with gasoline or hybrid drive systems.
