Mercedes E 320 2003 CDI Combi (S211)

Mercedes E class 2003 3.2 diesel description

Estate car / wagon Mercedes E 320 2003 CDI Combi has been produced from March, 2003 to July, 2005. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.2 litres, which produces power of 204 horsepower on 4200 rpm and torque 500 Nm (Newton metres) on 1800 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and VGT turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 400 000 to 670 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes E class 3.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

Mercedes E 320 2003 CDI Combi has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes E 320 2003 CDI Combi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 234 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mercedes E 320 2003 CDI Combi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.3 litres per 100km (13.7 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes E klase 2003 - 2006 versions, city fuel economy - 10.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 940 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1220 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 8.3 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes E class fuel consumption.

Mercedes E class 2003

Mercedes E 320 2003 CDI Combi technical data

Model: Mercedes E 320 2003 CDI Combi
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 2003. March ... 2005. July 
Engine: 3222 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 194 g/km
Power: 204 HP ON 4200 RPM Torque: 500 NM ON 1800 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 234 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.3 (combined) 10.1 (urban) 5.7 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.3 l/100km (28.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.85m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.50m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.4 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 690 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1950 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2460 kg

Mercedes E 320 2003 CDI Combi engine OM648 320 CDI

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 400,000 to 670,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 3222 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 88 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 88.3 mm
Compression ratio 18 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Mercedes E 320 2003 CDI Combi oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Coolant capacity 12 litres (12.7 quarts)
Power 204 HP ON 4200 RPM
Torque 500 NM ON 1800 RPM
Start of production (year) 2002
Duration of production 4 years
Engine also used on Mercedes S klase

All Mercedes E class estate car [2003 - 2006] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Mercedes E 200 2003 Kompressor Combi

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 163 HP 9.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 200 2003 Kompressor Combi Automatic 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 220 2003 CDI Combi

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.1 Diesel 150 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 220 2003 CDI Combi Automatic 2.1 Diesel 150 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 240 2003 Combi Mar 2003 — Jul 2005 2.6 Petrol 177 HP 11.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 240 2003 Combi Automatic Mar 2003 — Jul 2005 2.6 Petrol 177 HP 10.9 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 240 2004 4Matic Combi 4x4 Jan 2004 — Jul 2005 2.6 Petrol 177 HP 10.9 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes E 270 2003 CDI Combi Mar 2003 — Jul 2005 2.7 Diesel 177 HP 7.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 270 2003 CDI Combi Automatic Mar 2003 — Jul 2005 2.7 Diesel 177 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 280 2005 Combi Jul 2005 — Jun 2006 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 280 2005 Combi Automatic Jul 2005 — Jun 2006 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 280 2005 4Matic Combi 4x4 Jul 2005 — Jun 2006 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 10.3 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes E 280 2005 CDI Combi Jul 2005 — Jun 2006 3.0 Diesel 190 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 280 2005 CDI Combi Automatic Jul 2005 — Jun 2006 3.0 Diesel 190 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI 4Matic Combi 4x4 Feb 2006 — Jun 2006 3.0 Diesel 190 HP 8.2 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes E 320 2005 CDI Combi Jul 2005 — Jun 2006

Most powerfull diesel version (224 HP)

3.0 Diesel 224 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 320 2006 CDI 4Matic Combi 4x4 Feb 2006 — Jun 2006

Most powerfull diesel version (224 HP)

3.0 Diesel 224 HP 8.3 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes E 320 2003 Combi Mar 2003 — Dec 2004 3.2 Petrol 224 HP 10.6 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 320 2004 4Matic Combi 4x4 Jan 2004 — Dec 2004 3.2 Petrol 224 HP 10.6 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes E 280 2004 CDI Combi Jun 2004 — Jul 2005 3.2 Diesel 177 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 320 2003 CDI Combi Mar 2003 — Jul 2005 3.2 Diesel 204 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 350 2005 Combi Jan 2005 — Jun 2006 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 9.9 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 350 2005 4Matic Combi 4x4 Jan 2005 — Jun 2006 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 10.6 l/100km Automatic (7) All wheel
Mercedes E 500 2004 Combi Jan 2004 — Jun 2006 5.0 Petrol 306 HP 11.5 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 500 2004 4Matic Combi 4x4 Jan 2004 — Jun 2006 5.0 Petrol 306 HP 12.3 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes E 55 2004 AMG Combi Jan 2004 — Jun 2006

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds

5.4 Petrol 476 HP 13.6 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E class 2003 reviews
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