What are the driving modes of the Mercedes-Benz E300?
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The driving modes of the Mercedes-Benz E300 include: Standard mode, Comfort mode, Economy mode, and Sport mode. The 'E' in E300 stands for Economy mode. When this mode is selected, the engine may automatically coast when the accelerator is released during high-speed driving, with the engine idling, while the transmission actively shifts gears. Taking the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E300 as an example, it features multi-link independent suspension both front and rear, equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine delivering a maximum horsepower of 258PS, a maximum power of 190kW, and a maximum torque of 370Nm, paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission.
I've been commuting with the E300 for over a year and am very familiar with its driving modes. The small knob below the steering wheel on the left side can be rotated clockwise to switch between Eco, Comfort, Sport, Sport+, and Individual modes. In city traffic, Eco mode is the most practical—throttle response slows down a bit, but it saves a lot of fuel, and the dashboard even prompts you to coast by lifting off the throttle. Switching to Comfort mode after work makes the drive effortless, with the steering feeling light as a feather. On weekend mountain runs, Sport+ mode is a must—the chassis tightens up instantly, the transmission delays upshifts, and the exhaust pops during high revs are exhilarating. For customization, Individual mode lets you tweak steering weight and suspension stiffness separately—I prefer setting the steering to Sport while keeping the suspension in Comfort.
