Weststar latest M- Class redefining efficiency
It seems Weststar Associates is now bringing frugality into the laps of luxury by introducing a range of state-of-the-art engines and extensive BlueEFFICIENCY measures laid the foundations for outstanding energy efficiency. But that’s not all According to Weststar Associates Limited Managing Director, Mr Mirko Plath, the new M-Class represents the embodiment of the Mercedes-Benz holistic […]
It seems Weststar Associates is now bringing frugality into the laps of luxury by introducing a range of state-of-the-art engines and extensive BlueEFFICIENCY measures laid the foundations for outstanding energy efficiency. But that’s not all According to Weststar Associates Limited Managing Director, Mr Mirko Plath, the new M-Class represents the embodiment of the Mercedes-Benz holistic safety concept of Real Life Safety, which is derived primarily from what happens in a real accident situation.
The excellent fuel economy of the M-Class is underpinned by a comprehensive package of BlueEFFICIENCY measures as well as by this state-of-the-art engineering. In addition to the ECO start/stop function that comes as standard, these measures include the new seven-speed 7G/TRONIC PLUS automatic transmission with a new fuel-economy converter, friction-optimised bearings and a transmission oil thermal management system. Low-friction axle drives, electric steering, the optimised belt drive with decoupler, the on-demand control of all ancillary components and pumps, and tyres with low rolling resistance also play their part in reducing fuel consumption. What’s more, intelligent lightweight design has stopped the weight from spiralling upwards.
Dr. Thomas Weber, member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG with responsibility for Group Research and Mercedes-Benz Cars Development, puts it in a nutshell: “With the M-Class, it’s always been a case of combining the comfort and luxury of a saloon car with the off-road characteristics and the emotiveness of an SUV.” Long-distance champion: a high level of efficiency ensures a long range.
The range calculated for a full tank of fuel is particularly impressive. With an NEDC consumption of 6.0 l/100 km, the ML 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC with the standard 70-litre tank can cover around 1170 kilometres before needing to stop for fuel. If the vehicle is fitted with the optional 93-litre tank, the car can even cover up to 1500 kilometres between refuelling stops.