Mercedes E 280 1999 (W210)
Mercedes E class 1999 2.8 petrol description
Sedan Mercedes E 280 1999 has been produced from July, 1999 to March, 2002. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.8 litres, which produces power of 204 horsepower on 5700 rpm and torque 270 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 18-valve engine camshaft is driven by double-row chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 290 000 and 480 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Mercedes E class 2.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
Mercedes E 280 1999 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes E 280 1999 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 230 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes E 280 1999 fuel consumption is 10.8 litres per 100km (9.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 15.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 740 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
- Mercedes E 280 1999 Automatic AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 10.7 litres per 100 km
- Mercedes E 280 1999 4Matic AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.5 seconds later (in 9.4 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 11.2 litres per 100 km
Mercedes E 280 1999 technical data
| Model: | Mercedes E 280 1999 | ||
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| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1999. July ... 2002. March | ||
| Engine: | 2799 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 258 g/km |
| Power: | 204 HP ON 5700 RPM | Torque: | 270 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 230 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.8 (combined) 15.8 (urban) 7.9 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.82m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 520 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 520 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2070 kg | ||
Mercedes E 280 1999 engine M112 E28
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 290,000 to 480,000 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 | 2799 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 89.9 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 73.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Double-row 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 | Injection |
| Mercedes E 280 1999 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 10 litres (10.6 quarts) |
| Power | 197 - 204 HP ON 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 265 - 270 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1997 |
| Duration of production | 10 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2000 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | Mercedes SL |
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All Mercedes E class sedan [1999 - 2002] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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| Mercedes E 200 1999 Jul 1999 — Jan 2001 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes E 200 1999 Automatic Jul 1999 — Jan 2001 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
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Mercedes E 200 2001 Kompressor
Jan 2001 — Mar 2002 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes E 200 2001 Kompressor Automatic Jan 2001 — Mar 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
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Mercedes E 200 1999 CDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.1 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes E 200 1999 CDI Automatic | 2.1 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
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Mercedes E 220 1999 CDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.1 Diesel | 143 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes E 220 1999 CDI Automatic | 2.1 Diesel | 143 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes E 240 1999 | 2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes E 240 1999 Automatic | 2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI | 2.7 Diesel | 170 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI Automatic | 2.7 Diesel | 170 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes E 280 1999 | 2.8 Petrol | 204 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes E 280 1999 Automatic | 2.8 Petrol | 204 HP | 10.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes E 280 1999 4Matic 4x4 | 2.8 Petrol | 204 HP | 11.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
| Mercedes E 320 1999 Automatic | 3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes E 320 1999 Automatic | 3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes E 320 1999 4Matic 4x4 | 3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
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Mercedes E 320 1999 CDI
Most powerfull diesel version (197 HP) |
3.2 Diesel | 197 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes E 430 1999 | 4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes E 430 1999 4Matic 4x4 | 4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 12.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
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Mercedes E 55 1999 AMG
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 354 HP | 12.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |