New 2013 Mercedes-Benz E200 CGI review, test drive

The rest of the E200 remains the same as the diesel we tested a couple of months ago. There's that same sense of solidity to the whole car, the rear seats remain the best in class and the exteriors remain fresh and attractive.

 

The E200 is pretty well equipped -- there's all the basic stuff you expect -- Bluetooth connectivity, powered front seats, electric steering adjust, Pre-Safe, parking sensors, eight airbags and three-zone climate control. It, however, doesn't have the same equipment levels as the E250 CDI Launch Edition we tested recently. The E-class available in showrooms now doesn't get the panoramic sunroof (although there is a regular sized one), gets a smaller screen for the COMAND system and there's no reverse camera or satellite navigation. 

 

All of which means the E200 CGI costs Rs 41.73 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) which is Rs 3 lakh less than the diesel and that, by any standard of luxury, makes it worth a look.