The Mercedes E220d AMG Line is the sportier-looking AMG Line version of the all-new E-Class saloon that was launched this year. Like the SE, which we’ve also driven – See Mercedes E220d SE: Elegant executive efficiency – the latest challenger to the 5-Series crown boasts a comfortable, state-of-the-art interior, but in AMG Line form adds sportier looks.
Despite the bigger wheels and other sportier AMG kit, the 112g/km emission figure will be of most interest to business buyers. However, with all the sporty AMG-inspired kit, does it compromise this Mercedes in everyday use? We headed out for a drive to find out.
What’s hot
n AMG-Line trim, the E220d’s 1.9-litre turbo diesel, boasts the same 0-62mph acceleration of just 7.3 seconds and a licence-losing top speed of 149mph. Despite the performance, the 72.4mpg consumption, 112g/km emissions and 22% charge, will still appeal to business buyers.
The AMG-Line trim, as the name suggests, equals a sportier look. This means this E220d has deeper front and rear bumpers, the lowered stance and those attractive five-spoke wheels.
Shades of S-Class cabin
Inside, it’s hard not to spot influences from its big brother, the S-Class limo, this time with the optional 12:3 digital display, that replaces the standard instruments and almost merges into the massive sat-nav screen. The plastics and optional soft Nappa leather trim already add to the high quality feel in the new E-Class. It is spacious inside too, with plenty of room for three adults to travel in comfort in the back – the boot is practically-shaped and a good size too.
What’s not
The E220d’s 1.9-litre diesel might be willing and impressively efficient, but it’s noisy at idle and under heavy acceleration.
Those 19-inch AMG alloys look the part, but their bigger size unsettles the ride – which couldn’t be resolved by changing the modes of the optional air suspension and equals more road noise and doesn’t really do anything to tighten up the E-Class’s good handling. Plus, the CO2 emissions go from 102 to 112g/km.
Although much improved over its predecessor, the steering and handling are not as involving or ultimately as enjoyable as rivals such as the current BMW Five-Series.
The E220d might still be cost-effective to run, even in sportier AMG-Line trim, but it’s still not cheap to buy, with the basic £38,430 list price. Our test car had quite a few options, taking the price over £50,000!
Verdict
On top of the low emissions, consumption, comfort and style, that the latest E-Class is known for, the AMG-Line adds an extra dose of aggression.
The standard E220d SE might not look as sharp, but with its smoother drive and lower emissions, it’s the E220d we’d go for.
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