Most dependable E350

kirksey

My vehicle is a 2006 E350.
Compromised engine; the conductor plate ECM speed sensors have previously been addressed.

Seeking to enhance.
I like the vehicle but want to evade engine maintenance. Should I get the latest W211 model, which reportedly lacks the SBC, or the W212, which has its own complications?

I received this remark from a Facebook page:

Models from 2010 to 2011 had greater reliability due to the use of engines inherited from the W211 350 and 550. Post-2012, they used the new engines. Overall, the M276 in the 12+ 350 is far more dependable than the V8 engines.

All comments are welcome.

NutmegCT

The most dependable option will be the pre-facelift model equipped with the M112/3 and 722.6 combination, however I am very certain it will have SBC.

The facelift model lacks SBC; nonetheless, the latest M272 should be avoided, as well as the 722.9 in the rear-wheel-drive variant (generation 1, also must be avoided). The W211 offers a selection of choices.

tr4tony

I have owned two W211 E500 vehicles. Comparatively impervious. 250,000 on one, 222,000 on the last.
Currently pursuing...

tr4tony

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gd_KEsVxdZo&t=243s

zyrtecx

Did you sell them, or did they fail at that mileage?

tr4tony

The previous model at 255K had an SBC problem. Did not comprehend the extended warranty. Retain the 2003 model with 255,000 miles. Experiences financing challenges yet continues to operate robustly. Replace oil and filter every 3,000 miles.