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| About - Weber Genesis E320 |
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The Weber Genesis E320 is part of the gas grill test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, gas grill models like the Genesis E320 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
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Approximate retail price:
$600
The Ratings applied to untested model Weber Genesis E310 come from our tests of model Weber Genesis E320, which in our judgment is enough alike in its performance, features, and specs that our test results apply to both.
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| About This Brand |
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This brand, known for its durability and dependability, went through an entire line and design change in 2007. Weber is known for its quality products in the midpriced to high-priced categories, and grills that feature coated cast-iron and stainless-steel-rod cooking grates and long-warranty stainless-steel burners. (The company offers a natural-gas version for most of its grills.) Weber recently introduced an infrared-searing station on some of its grills, updated its Q line of portable grills, and added colors to its entire lineup. Weber grills are available at many retailers nationwide. Grills range in price from $130 to $3,000. Note that Weber acquired Ducane about four years ago. |
| Features & Specs - Weber Genesis E320 | |
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Stainless-steel grates |
No |
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Coated-cast-iron grates |
Yes |
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All or mostly stainless |
No |
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Long-warranty burners |
Yes |
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Side burner |
Yes |
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Infrared burner |
none |
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This is THE grill!!!!
7/21/2011
Pros
Easy To Use
Even Heat
Great Design
Cons
Bad Starter
Best Uses
For Self/Couple
Large Gatherings
Small Gatherings
Comment:
If it broke today I'd go out and buy the exact same grill! The starter is a piece of junk, but we just bought one of those long lighters and use that instead.
By from
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
The ultimate grill choice
7/7/2011
Pros
Easy Assembly
Easy To Cleanup
Even Heat
Great Design
Cons
Best Uses
Comment:
I set out to do my research to replace a grill that I was just sick of using. It was just horrible to keep clean. The Weber Genesis received the absolute best reviews of any I could find in the $600 to $1000 price range. Having said that, the barbecue is a fabulous looking piece of equipment. It maintains very even heat distribution while using the grill. When using the rotisserie, it's extremely easy to maintain a constant heat setting. And the best part of the grill is the ease of keeping it clean. The flavorizer bars which cover and protect the burners are porcelain coated and removable for ease of cleaning. It is equipped with a porcelain coated drip pan which is similar in design to a swimming pool (shallow at one end and drains to the deeper end). Every last drop of grease flows to the bottom and drains through a 2 by 3 opening and into a 6 by 8 aluminum drain pan. When you are ready to clean it, you just scrape the big stuff from the bottom of the drip pan through the opening into the drain pan. It's about a two or three minute process to remove and clean the drip pan in your kitchen sink, and it comes out as clean as the dishes in your cupboard. The same with the removable drain pan. You couldn't possibly find an easier unit to keep clean. It is absolutely wonderful. Lastly, the quality of the materials and workmanship are unsurpassed. <br />All and all, I'm about as satisfied as I can be with my purchase of the Genesis E-320. It is without a doubt the best value out there for the money.
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(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)
Excellent Investment for a Great Grill!
5/1/2011
Pros
Easy To Cleanup
Easy To Use
Even Heat
Great Design
Great Quality
Cons
Can not convert to NG
Best Uses
For Self/Couple
Large Gatherings
Small Gatherings
Comment:
I did a lot of research and read many reviews before deciding to purchase the Weber E320. I used my first stainless model for about two years until a storm threw it off the patio and destroyed it. I just purchased a new 2011 model which has the burners changed to running front to back which greatly improves the indirect cooking issue. Again, it is worth the extra price considering the quality and long lasting burners. I used to be a Kenmore/Craftsman fan, but I have now been converted to a big fan of Weber.
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