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Used radios vary between vehicles - and whether you call it used, second hand or a replacement, matching the right one matters. These are the details breakers need to match the right part to your car - our request form asks them so you only hear from suppliers with the correct part:
The W211 ran from 2002 to 2009 and the W212 from 2009 to 2016, and these are distinct generations with different fascia designs, connector pinouts, and infotainment systems, so a direct swap across that boundary is unlikely to be straightforward. Confirm with the breaker whether the unit and its wiring loom are compatible with your exact registration before purchasing.
The W212 was facelifted in 2013, and while both share the same generation, Mercedes updated the infotainment system at that point, meaning the head unit, connectors, or software may differ between a 2009–2013 car and a 2013–2016 car. Name your registration to the breaker so they can check whether the donor unit matches your specific build.
The W213 runs from 2016 onwards with a facelift arriving around 2020, and units from within the same pre- or post-facelift period are the most reliable match. Confirm the exact model year and any command system version with the breaker against your registration to avoid compatibility issues.
Trim level — whether SE, Sport, AMG Line, or Avantgarde — does not determine which radio was fitted; what matters is the generation, build date, and which command or audio system was specified. Bear in mind that higher trims sometimes came with upgraded Burmester or Command Online systems, so the physical unit may look different even if it fits the same aperture, and you should confirm the specific system type with the breaker.
Within the W211 generation (2002–2009), body style — saloon or T-Model estate — does not affect radio fitment, as the head unit and its connectors are the same across body styles. Confirm the donor unit's build date and command system version with the breaker to ensure it matches your car.
Engine choice has no bearing on radio fitment for the E-Class; what matters is the generation, build date, facelift status, and which infotainment package was fitted. Focus your conversation with the breaker on those details rather than whether the donor car was a diesel or petrol.