2014 Mercedes-Benz E350 Coupe Eco vs Sport Mode 0-60 MPH Review

[@andreeaswanson3676]

I have the 2015 E400 coupe and I love it. I had the C350 Coupe before and when the lease was up I tried the BMW435 and I was pretty convinced to get it until I drove this. There was no way to compare the luxury feeling inside. It really depends what you want from your car. There is no point to compare BMW or AUDI with MB. They excel in different areas and it's a question of taste and expectations. Personally I look for a smooth ride and a luxurious interior. I got this one in steel grey with red leather interior and so far I give it an A+

[@SalmanKhan-jj5di]

Andreea Swanson exactly my dream car

[@Guy_de_Loimbard]

Here's a hint for you guys as to why you frequently get very similar 0-60 times in a car's various "modes": On many if not most cars, the throttle and shift mapping temporarily default to the most aggressive mode when the throttle is mashed, the logic being that the driver intends to summon all of the car's power whenever he floors it no matter what "mode" it's in.

[@donaldwells4236]

Yes- ALL cars, as far as I know, do that! It's strange that the guy making a video about cars on the internet is so clueless isn't it?

[@Nightakula]

This test is pointless.. Mercedes have the little buttons under the throttle pedal that when you go wide open its pressed and puts the car into sport mode...

[@DreamDiecastCars]

The tightening seat belts take a lot of getting used to! They used to scare me a ton but now I dont notice them

[@louisl1616]

You can turn it off fyi

[@dmamerica]

People don't buy Mercedes for the 0-60 time. The essence of Merc is quite different from BMW and Audi, which people keep comparing them to. Once you drive some Mercs, it's pretty clear what they're going for.

[@Citybuild122]

You say that, yet if you look at the M5 vs the E63, the Mercedes kills it.

[@powerrodridelacruz8641]

AMG

[@chibba5418]

maybe not specifically for the 0-60, but with an msrp of 50k+, an engine putting out 302hp, and the car being a coupe (and this awd), there is no reason this car should be slower than it's 3.5L v6 competitors. A camry V6 shouldn't blow the doors off this things

[@Cuseball121]

The engine reacts the same at 80% throttle or more. No EGR, no fuel map control. That's why it's the same time.

[@blackericdenice]

2:30 what reason would you want to speed the engine up to redline in neutral?

[@wsc31]

In Eco mode the Benz starts in second gear and upshifts at lower rpm than in Sport mode. Throttle response and shifts are "sharper" in Sport. Roman is correct that when you floorboard the throttle the car defaults to Sport mode but will revert to Eco mode if that was selected.

[@TCB1468]

The tightening seat belt feels great!

[@ashengineer]

my 1986 Mercedes Benz 560SEC (W126) has the same seat belt extenders. Not a new design but timless. Nice car, this E coupe. Will get one soon.

[@A_guan]

What song is at at 1:12? Please when will you guys be reviewing the 14 highlander and 4runner?

[@MugatuJag]

I’m thinking about picking up a 2014 E350. The W209 and then this generation are some of my favorite Mercedes coupe’s, the front end that debuted in 2014 is better looking than the newer Mercedes models in my opinion, even in the crazy car market right now for 20k can get a really nice example loaded with DisTronic plus under 80,000 miles, known to be one of the most reliable modern Mercedes with a 3.5 cylinder, I’m sure the E400 It’s a blast but it’s not nearly as reliable as the tried and true V6

[@tbnewhomes]

I’m also looking to purchase one of these 2014. Did you get one? I can’t find a high mileage review on this car. I want as a daily driver.

[@MBAMG65]

Sport mode usually makes no difference if you torque and floor in a straight line, you're maximizing the output anyway

[@rogerclarke2191]

Roman should have pointed out that in Sport mode the transmission starts in 1st gear, in Eco it's second.

[@RobertWorthLexus300]

A mechanic who works on Audi ;BMW; Mercedes and Lexus says he will see 41 of the other brands before he will see one Lexus. Enough said.

[@espressoman83]

Because nobody actually buy them :D

[@Votonic]

Abdulrahman Kublan It's what it's. Lexus is reliable. You can't make that up after it's what Lexus brand is about. Reliable and luxury. BMW is great handling but mechanic dream car. You can't make it up. You think of Japanese and it's reliable and at time boring. German is sporty but unreliable. This "rumor" didn't just happen overnight. Lets not be fan boy and defend for no reason. You coudl check all your used car dealer in your area and you will see BMW has the most used car and they are all 2011,2012,2013. If it's so great, then people would keep their ride a bit longer that 1-2years.

[@espressoman83]

Votonic no matter what you are saying, Lexus is very boring just like Toyota, I enjoy driving and that why I can't stand Lexus.

[@RobertWorthLexus300]

Abdulrahman Kublan I have a Lexus. I don't find it boring at all. Personally I would rather have a "boring" Lexus that will last and give me value for my money, rather than a BMW or Mercedes which may be fun to drive, but will be often in the shop and draining my bank account. In the short time that Lexus has been around; they have made quite a name for themselves. Must be a reason for that.

[@espressoman83]

***** you prefer the boring Lexus, I can't :)

[@Ruxpinx]

looking good in those glasses Roman. HAPPY NEW YEAR!

[@Sympatiko85]

it's a shame I've seen this so late. the Mercedes has an option called Advanced Agility control; there you have a Sport button near the hazard. really a shame dealers fail to know and correctly advertise what they are selling. you should do the side-by-side advance agility vs agility control. the advance agility is roughly a 1 sec quicker to 0-60mph.

[@mrinsanitii]

Can someone tell me what he is using to measure 0 -60 with?

[@Viperboy64000]

Surprising result, Waiting for the full review~!!!

[@brianmPHL]

That is one beautiful car. Great day to be showing it too, with the giant softbox in the sky! Really showed off the lines.

[@fr3sh929]

How much less is the consumption from sport to eco on both city and highway driving?

[@Bando-fx4mf]

Did you turn off the eco button that’s in the same heated seats button row ?. There is technically two eco buttons.

[@videowsatcher]

from my experience in the E39 5 series the difference in shift modes tend to be more noticeable in normal driving, the sport mode results in the car tending to drive in at least one gear lower (compared to 'normal' mode) and hence faster to accelerate and overtake when you are already driving at a particular speed.

[@zBanditGuy]

So sport and Eco net the same 0-60, NICE!

[@Justynt91]

Why dont you ever use the paddle shifters? Please answer that in one of your videos

[@giurcas]

If u want this car to be 100% on sport mode you have to turn off the eco button and then put it on sport mode. Im just saying... It's a huge difference.

[@thepenetrator2006]

Yip

[@jamesriley872]

There's eco, sport, and Manuel control in my 2014 E350. Manual is faster unless I'm just biased?

[@Axethales]

Test done at high elevation, over a second slower than most other videos you see. They also perform quite a bit better in manual mode which he didn't even mention or try.

[@MrKarameyl]

- "Say 'Hi' Nathan! - "Hi Nathan!" lol

[@charlespeterson2285]

Thanks Roman! I shall be @FletcherJones MB this Thursday.

[@TheLT800]

dude if u gonna make a program about 0-60, u better use e550 or an amg..

[@nickc3053]

What about when driving around bends? i have a 2012 220 and its always in eco mode because its default, better mileage and ive never noticed any real difference when its in sport but the other day i wanted to see what it was like around a few turns/roundabouts where i live and it almost felt as if the suspension had changed or some other settings on the car had changed. MB salesman told me sport mode only holds revs longer but the cars balance and steering really felt better. Usually on a roundabout or sharp turn, i need to hold the wheel with quite a bit of force otherwise it tries to understeer slightly at higher speed but when it was in sport mode on the same roundabout, went round so nicely and exited fast off as well

[@louisl1616]

Steering on e class gets sharper 2015 or on it lowers

[@ThePsychodo]

At 64k it does not compete with the A5. S5 possibly based on price alone but they are different beasts. S5 vs this car would be a great mashup.

[@BornToDriveOfficial]

I don't think 65k is a lot for this Mercedes. It's not like this is the entry level model, this is an E-class

[@andressoccerplayer94]

Deciding between a BMW 535 or this E class coupe. Which one would be a better buy??

[@oshitomaha]

HELP!!!! I'm looking for comfortability and better performance between 2013 Mercedes E350 4mattic and 2013 Audi A5 quattro 2.0t. Which one would you recommmend????

[@inspectorchicken]

If you prefer performance in corners and traction overall always choose a quattro. If you prefer comfort in a fast car driving on long trips choose the Benz.

[@taylor1212eminem]

hey guys, im on the hunt to buy a S60R. Just triying to wait for the right 6 speed manual to get. Id let you guys use my car for a used car review if you want i think that would be a cool episode

[@The50011]

how did you launch the car?

[@milanpatel9050]

Have you ever going to neutral for revving

[@MushroomGravy007]

You can easily turn the tightening seatbelt feature off permanently simply using your steering wheel controls. I have a '14 E350 sedan.

[@hunghuge7717]

I like the front but not keen on the rear 1/4 and hip line. I prefer the saloon.

[@crackuhjack123]

Isnt the point of the clk to be an e coupe??

[@TheCobruhAlienat0r]

The seatbelt thing is a nice idea but I can see that going bad if it malfunctions. It could just keep tightening up and hurt the driver or that thing that hands you the seat belt can break. Too many unnecessary moving parts is bound to break after awhile.

[@frankmueller77]

They implement these seatbelt givers (any better english word) since the SEC Coupes of the W126 line, starting at 1981 = for 32 years. Never heard or read of any malfunction as you describe here, especially not hurting the driver.

[@jkim13055]

The BMW E92 3-series has seatbelt butler arms and it commonly breaks, but they're only $60 a side to replace so I don't mind

[@hunghuge7717]

The idea of worrying about something breaking on a new, expensive car is pretty pointless. If you can afford one new the chances are you're not going to run it past warranty so it doesn't matter to you. If you're buying second hand it's just another system like the other hundreds that are in a modern car. By that logic you could say electric windows are just something to go wrong. Or opening and closing doors. Pretty soon we're back at a horse and cart.

[@cnd380sec]

Prior to selling my euro 380SEC, its seatbelt aids were working perfectly. And this was a 30+ year old car!

[@SwPiotrek]

Roman with glasses reminds me my dad. It's strange because my dad doesn't have glasses.

[@redriver15262]

hehehe im so drunk right now omg

[@slabsides1]

I luv this car. I want it with the big V-6 clean diesel. IMO MB has the BEST crash technology and is the safest car in an accident of ANY car. I think with the diesel you could count on your grand children driving it to college.

[@marcelbarnea]

On a rolling race things would be a lot different, on the sports mode the gearbox and the throttle will respond faster.

[@Narrowcros]

A6 still has the best headlights...Audi are the kings of LED design Regardless what a great car this MB is

[@LosihoTTT]

E350 ? Doesn't the USA get the E400 twin turbo V6 ?

[@QATAR948]

what that thing call in 2:53

[@ICEMANZIDANE]

3:50 Really ? of course LOOL ! It doesnt matter if you are in Eco or Sport mode WHEN you are giving full power. And it was like that before aswell. Its nothing new. If you are giving half throttle than you will see a difference but when you are giving full throttle it doesnt matter, it will not shift early in Eco Mode. This would be very dangerous on the street, for example a truck is coming from the side and you have to get away from there fast, it woulf be quite funny and dangerous if the car would be slower in Eco mode when you are giving full power... makes sense right !!!?

[@faisal1982]

Think i will go for this e350 next tho...i have never owned a diesel this may well be my first one!

[@alvilla701]

I don't think is a diesel, the e 250 is a diesel but I think is lot slower

[@faisal1982]

+crazy wheel i ended up getting the 2010 c250 cgi (petrol) must say really liked it only had 15k on the clock but someone crashed into me and it was written off after having it for about 4months :( now have the 2010 audi s3 but do think i will go for the e350 next its a beautiful car - also got a baby now so it might be the best option i have!

[@inspectorchicken]

Turn off DSC and put in N for revving to redline. Modern cars (AT and MT) max rev to their best rpm for launching. Don't bitch about it, it makes you faster while reducing wear and consumption.

[@faisal1982]

I had the c250 (2010 model) i know have a audi s3 i miss the comfort and drive of the mercedes. Speed dosent mean better people buy cars for what they want and need them for

[@miledplayer]

great interrior color scheme

[@tamilpride321]

theyve had the belt tightening feature for 2 years already

[@grantholdridge5823]

I own a 2011 Audi a5 cabriolet and I think for the amount of money you can save by getting the Audi its a much better choice... mine was just over $53,000... and the seatbelt is also handed to you like the Benz but it doesn't tighten like that.

[@admonix2]

Got my drivers licence yesterday, drove this bad boy today, it's chipped so produces around 333 hp. It's the fifth car I've driven, and gotta say it's pretty scary to push the pedal to the metal

[@josh5266]

What do you mean its chipped

[@alirezazadeh]

@@josh5266 remapped

[@ejshelby5460]

Anyone here has long term ownership experience with MB? Any signs of rattle & loosened interior panels?

[@manny44]

Is it just me or are the numbers on the speedo really hard to make out?

[@doubletapproductions]

Love that car! But I would have to have the V8!!!!

[@jgpwlcs36]

you'd have to have the v8 and they would have to have a lot more of your money haha

[@doubletapproductions]

john head Yes its more money, but for me, I would wait till I could afford the V8

[@awychoi]

If I didn't read 2014 on the title, I thought this is something from the 60s...

[@th415263]

The Eco and Sport mode don't do a bloody difference to your 0-60 time if you're flooring the accelerator. All it does is change the behaviour of the car so it upshifts earlier and makes the throttle slightly less responsive in an effort to conserve fuel in normal driving conditions. Either way if you're flooring it and trying to get the best performance, the car isn't stupid. Actually one of the more ridiculous reviews I've seen.

[@FrenchVries]

Haha still has the front wheels a bit tilted for a better turning radius. They've had that for ages. :)

[@abo1ammar0]

Make the next video a BMW 435 review!

[@amqux]

Hey, what happened to the girl? Did she get the pink slip or is she just at the office?

[@RumbleRish]

What if you're BELOW sea level??

[@trefod]

That would be the perfect bracket racer then. Wouldn't it?

[@Javonn143_]

The bmw 3 series convertable & coupe hands you your seatbelt too ..

[@Veyronp87]

pretty nice but i definitely prefer the sedan

[@Javonn143_]

They've had it for years

[@cattleman6420012000]

Lovely looking car.

[@Friebe1000]

lol i love how he says the car will be absolutely useless. Buy snow tires its not that hard they cost as much as an oil change from mercedes

[@cxd4]

Hi Nathan

[@grabir01]

Beautiful Car .. Wow !! Now.. If the Germans could get Lexus to build it, then it would be reliable.

[@RossMKF1]

Nice car

[@SpeedDemonReacts]

I'm more appalled at this noob who apparently doesn't know "sport mode" only changes the engine's behavior.

[@louisl1616]

Depends on the 2015 it's air suspension in the back and lowers it an inch.

[@brain96969]

My kind of car :)

[@jeffreysegal2065]

Did ya do a 0-60 test??? Oh, wait. That's all ya ever do. DULL!!!

[@Demoaccount-i2k]

Same model but 350cdi here in uk does it faster, and mine with 255hp

[@NovaHiker50]

I like the interior...but it does look similar to a BMW.

[@dieselboy77]

Can't wait till those things break, German cars are notorious with electrical problems

[@Undeaddncolmery]

nice glasses

[@stanbeastcole]

Why did he say it will be faster at sea level?

[@SpeedDemonReacts]

stan cole yup, at lower atmosphere like sea level a naturally aspirated engine produces more power.

[@DancinRandy54]

thats annoying that the times are the same in eco and sport!! i wish sport was faster

[@smokeybear45]

Audi jump on the bandwagon? Didnt Audi started the whole led headlights

[@milespfranklin]

The q5 diesel got the same 0-60 time to

[@kuruptzZz]

I don't know why anyone would buy this...why not get the 4 door? this doesn't even look like a coupe, just looks like they removed the back doors from the sedan...audi A5 and BMW 435i are both miles better in every way

[@dmamerica]

Mercedes is not trying to compete with Audi or BMW. They have their own clientele.

[@walih123]

You can buy a G37 for MUCH LESS. And get awd and over 300HP

[@Yoboji]

A g37 is a 3 series,s60,a4,c class competitor.......It has nowhere near the luxury or refinement as a Mercedes E class or a 5 series or an audi a6, etc., etc

[@mkkrinkov]

Why not getting a cla 45 Amg??!!! ... same price range and you will have a car that kicks the shit out of other Amg v8 models 1

[@cowanr775]

It sounds a bit underpowered on paper but the 7 speed auto makes up for it in terms of power distribution. BUT, I would take the Hyundai Genesis Coupe with the 3.8 for less than half the price and I bet the Hyundai would win in a drag race.

[@GEARHEADHEAVEN]

sport mode is mostly for handling

[@mandom1349]

I’m just not impressed. Ok I know this car has no turbo. But even naturally aspirated it should have way more power at that price range.

[@chevota400]

For a moment there's a note stating he's a mile high... He should have that in bold letters during the entire vid so it doesn't confuse and upset people.

[@joepapo5711]

He didnt know sport mode has a eco mode that you can turn off... then you break in to 6seconds

[@chevota400]

He was a mile high so imo that likely added a sec or so, which is a stupid way to do 0-60 testing unless you're trying make the brand look bad. So you're saying sport mode has an eco mode that you can turn off? I don't have a clue what that is but I'll take any performance gains I can get, so please explain! My '99 CLK 320 w/ 215hp did 0-60 in 6 flat, per my G-Tech. My 302HP E350 is slower :( Yes it's also heavier but not by that much.

[@OMA7RR]

thats fucking fakeeee!!! i have a mecedes E350 Coupe 2012, and with Traction Control of with sport, it goes from 0-60 in like 6,2 seconds!

[@donaldwells4236]

He's a mile up and every review the acceleration times are the worst you will ever see. I guess it's interesting to people who live in Denver or something..

[@kevinllamas8507]

65,000 grand? Rather get the stingray

[@burimkryeziu8167]

E350 cupe👌

[@oops115]

please, head to head with bmw 4 series.

[@carlosjaros2486]

Shame it isnt pillar less anymore... Kinda lost its appeal...

[@tristanoliva]

65 thousand for a car with a v6? No thanks!