“The 2012 Mercedes-Benz S350 4MATIC BlueTEC is the best long-distance cruiser money can buy in America. Period.”

“So why is the S350 4MATIC BlueTEC such a compelling car? Because it feels so much like a Mercedes-Benz S-Class used to feel — effortlessly relaxed and comfortable, and utterly bulletproof. It has the languid majesty that’s been missing from some of the more frenetically powerful S-Class models of recent years.”

“We averaged 72 mph for a 500-mile stint out of L.A. and got 29.2 mpg, and over a total of 913 miles that included about 120 miles of urban running and a fast 50-mile blast along one of our favorite backroads, where at times we cruised at 100 mph, the big Benz returned 26.1 mpg.”

“While an AMG S-class would be all sturm und drang through the twisties, staccato bursts of brute thrust and savage braking accompanied by a bellowing V-8 soundtrack, the S-class diesel flows down the tarmac with studied nonchalance. Which, when you think about it, is exactly what a large luxury limousine should do.”

Read the full article at Motor Trend Online and learn more about the S350 at Mercedes-Benz Online.

Mercedes-Benz USA officially released the 2012 Bluetec versions of the R350 and GL350 over the weekend. 400 lb/ft of torque and great fuel economy…a winning combination!

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The first 2011 E350 BlueTECs arrived at Atlanta Classic Cars yesterday. 2 were ordered and are already home with their new owners but we still have one for sale! It is Iridium Silver with the Grey/Black interior, Premium 1 Package and Sport Package. This is the first time we have been able to order a Sport Package for the diesel! Also, the AdBlue fluid has been added to make it an even cleaner burning diesel. Both the luxury and sport models ride on 17″ runflat tires.

I went for a long test drive this morning and the car is stunning. The ride is smooth and quiet with just a tiny bit of diesel rumble. It is powerful! You can feel the engine wanting to go fast!

Please come in for a test drive soon!

Fuel Economy: 24.2 mpg cruising at 75 mph on the way there. I filled up in Atlanta and could have made it all the way to Champaign on a single tank! I did fill up in Tennessee when I stopped for lunch…just because the prices were pretty good.

Cargo Capacity: The ML is officially listed at 72.4 cubic feet with the second row folded flat. For the return trip that turned out to be just enough room for 2 suitcases and a baby pool full of hostas!

As always, I highly recommend our diesels for their outstanding fuel economy, passenger comfort and environmental friendliness!

2011 E350 BlueTEC Colors:
Obsidian Black
Jade Green
Capri Blue
Steel Grey
Iridium Silver
Palladium Silver
Pearl Beige
Diamond White
Indium Grey
Black
Quartz Blue
Cuprite Brown (special order)
Arctic White

2011 E350 BlueTEC Interiors:
Black MB-Tex
Almond MB-Tex
Ash MB-Tex
Black Leather
Almond Leather
Ash Leather
Chestnut Brown Leather (special order)
Natural Beige Leather

2011 E350 BlueTEC Option Packages:

Premium 1 Package: Rear View Monitor, COMAND with Navigation and Voice Control, iPod/MP3 Interface, Power Rear-Window Sunshade, harman/kardon Sound System, Heated Front Seats

Premium 2 Package: All of Premium 1 Package plus Lighting Package, 115V outlet, Electronic Trunk Closer, KEYLESS-GO

(Finally!) AMG Sport Package: 17″ 5-Twin Spoke Alloy Wheels, Black Roof Liner, Sport Suspension, Sport Trim

Standard Non-Sport Package: 17″ 5-Split Spoke Wheel, Comfort Suspension

Driver Assistance Package: Distronic Plus, Active Blind Spot Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist

2011 E350 BlueTEC Stand Alone Options:
Illuminated Door Sills
Chrome Door Handle Inserts
Rear Deck Spoiler
Accessory Styling Package (Rear Deck and Roof Spoilers)
PARKTRONIC with Parking Guidance
Split Folding Rear Seats
Wood/Leather Steering Wheel (Luxury Only)
Side Airbags in Rear
Panorama Sunroof
Driving Dynamic Front Seats
Night View Assist
Rear Seat Entertainment
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats (special order)
Heated Steering Wheel (special order)

2009 GL320 Bluetec
Arctic White
Cashmere Interior
Trailer Hitch
Rear-Seat Entertainment
Premium 1 Package:
115V AC Power Outlet
iPod/MP3 Media Interface Cable
RearView Back-Up Camera
Parktronic
Memory Seats
Autodimming Mirrors
Power Steering Column
Power Folding Mirrors
COMAND Navigation with Voice Control
SIRIUS
harman/kardon Sound System
Keyless GO
Power Liftgate ]]> http://www.BenzBlogger.com/2010/02/2009-gl320-bluetec-demo-now-available-for-sale-at-atlanta-classic-cars.html/feed 0 http://www.BenzBlogger.com/2009/08/2009-e320-bluetec-deals.html http://www.BenzBlogger.com/2009/08/2009-e320-bluetec-deals.html#comments Sat, 01 Aug 2009 14:50:00 +0000 Jesse Cannon-Wallace http://www.aaronandjesse.com/2009/08/2009-e320-bluetec-deals/ There was a huge rush last month to buy 2009 E350s because Mercedes-Benz had given us a large rebate. However, the diesels were not included. Well…now they are! If you have been thinking about the E320 BlueTEC this is the time to act! I have 3 well-equipped cars in stock and would love to sell them immediately!

2009 E320 BlueTEC Silver/Grey Premium 1 Package
2009 E320 BlueTEC White/Black Premium 1 Package
2009 E320 BlueTEC Black/Black Premium 1 Package and Panoramic Roof

There will not be another E-Class diesel in the US until next spring so this is your chance! Hope to hear from you soon!

Important notes on the tax credit:
Must be purchased, not leased
The credit is claimed on your Income Tax Returns, not at time of sale
The upcoming ML450 and S400 hybrids will qualify for the same program, amounts to be determined.
Toyota/Lexus are no longer eligible for these credits
2009 ML320 BlueTEC qualifies for $900 credit
2009 GL320 BlueTEC qualifies for $1800 credit
2009 R320 BlueTEC qualifies for $1550 credit

“We recently took out the ML BlueTEC to the Autoclub Speedway for some performance testing and found that besides being a relatively fuel efficient and low-emissions people-mover (EPA rated at 18 city/24 highway) the new ML diesel is also a decent Bavarian performer of an SUV.”

“As is the case with the new breed of 50-state legal diesels, it didn’t “act” (or smell) like the dirty, black-plume-spewing cars of yesteryear.”

“Sporty? Check. Luxurious? Check. Capable of actually being used in a towing/hauling/carrying situation? Check. The powertrain is always ready to unleash its smile-inducing torque, while the 3.0L six should prove plenty sturdy thanks to the vast experience its diligent engineers have amassed since pre-WWII.”

Read Motor Trend’s full review here