Is the Mercedes Benz E550 coupe all wheel drive?
The 302-hp naturally aspirated E350 continues as the entry-level model. It falls short of the E550’s performance and character, but in the coupe, it will be offered with optional all-wheel drive. Of course, if you are seeking sheer power, check out the C63 AMG coupe as well.
When does the power steering noise go away?
The noise is a common problem, with Mercedes Benz E-Class, S-Class, C-Class and ML-Class and it is most noticeable when you first start up the car. Typically the engine is cold. Can often be heard when you are a stop light. Generally, the noise is worse when you turn the steering wheel and goes away once you drive off.
Why are the front air intakes on the AMG E550 so big?
The front air intakes are aggressively styled, particularly on the E550, which comes with obligatory AMG styling. On the pre-face-lift model, there was a practical reason for this: The large air intakes of the AMG package were required to meet the airflow requirements of the twin-turbocharged engine.
When do you turn the steering wheel do you hear a whining noise?
When you turn the steering wheel on your Mercedes-Benz you may hear a loud squeaking or weird whining noise. The noise is a common problem, with Mercedes Benz E-Class, S-Class, C-Class and ML-Class and it is most noticeable when you first start up the car. Typically the engine is cold. Can often be heard when you are a stop light.
How does the Mercedes-Benz E550 cabriolet work?
Cruising down the freeway in the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E550 Cabriolet, I took the opportunity to contemplate the meaning of luxury. The car afforded me plenty of time to ponder, as its adaptive cruise control handled the pedal work and its steering-assist system helped maintain its position in the lane.
Is the Mercedes Benz E550 a good car?
However, in Europe, the E550 is rated at a highly optimistic 26 mpg. Don’t expect to get anywhere near that. We averaged an indicated 18 mpg on a test drive that included a few brief explorations of the more generous 155-mph top-speed governor fitted to European-market models. The E550 is a good long-distance cruiser.
The front air intakes are aggressively styled, particularly on the E550, which comes with obligatory AMG styling. On the pre-face-lift model, there was a practical reason for this: The large air intakes of the AMG package were required to meet the airflow requirements of the twin-turbocharged engine.
The noise is a common problem, with Mercedes Benz E-Class, S-Class, C-Class and ML-Class and it is most noticeable when you first start up the car. Typically the engine is cold. Can often be heard when you are a stop light. Generally, the noise is worse when you turn the steering wheel and goes away once you drive off.