W212 best engine for reliability

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Gordwestyt4

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Mercedes w211 e320cdi
Hi looking for some advice on buying a w212 estate looking to upgrade from my W211 320 cdi IL6 need an estate my engine in th 211 still going strong at nearly 190,000 runs like a new car I have read so many negatives about timing chains etc just wanted opinions on best engine petrol or diesel or ones to avoid seen a few nice spec cars 2012/2013 thanks for any info
 
My 2011 E220 CDi which I sold last year is still going strong at 324k miles with no major issues throughout it's life.

It has been serviced properly.

Personally I would avoid any engine with adblue.
 
Why not keep your 211? You know it inside out and it's running well. Why take a chance for little benefit?
 

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