E-Class - UK - 300 vs 320 diesels

M-B has a website that's quite good in its detail. You guys in the UK are lucky to be able to buy these strong diesels, we, in the USA, don't get them.

Start here:

Thanks, that's a nice site but it really deals with the current models only. I probably should have made this clearer - I'm looking at used models, maybe 3-4 years old. Really looking to see the specs of the cars 'at the time'.

Yes, CDI engine much more modern and efficient. Both are excellent cars the 300 is quick but the 320 CDI goes like a rocket.

The 210 chassis 270 CDI wasn't sold in the UK, only the new shape E class comes in a 270 CDI flavour.

Thanks. Any ideas where I might find some information on the model range of circa 2000?

I found

useful as a MB European modelinformation source. Unfortunately for some of us the site is in Norwegian. However, with some fantasy one can get the meaning of the figures. Click on "Modellene" for a beginning :)

Yes, IMHO it is an excellent compromise between power and running costs.

Or here for UK-specific matters...

...but no good for vehicles a few years old.

DAS