Mercedes E 250 D (W210)
Mercedes E class 1995 2.5 diesel description
Sedan Mercedes E 250 D has been produced from January, 1995 to December, 1999. It has five-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 113 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 170 Nm (Newton metres) on 2800 revolutions per minute.
This 5-cylinder 20-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has precombustion chamber fuel system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 360 000 and 600 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes E class 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
Mercedes E 250 D has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes E 250 D accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 15.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 193 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes E 250 D fuel consumption is 6.6 litres per 100km (15.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Mercedes E klase 1995 - 1999 version, fuel consumption in city - 9.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 980 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1260 kilometers on highway.
Mercedes E class safety
During safety testing Mercedes E class has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mercedes E class is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Mercedes E class got two stars.

Mercedes E 250 D technical data
Model: | Mercedes E 250 D | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 1995. January ... 1999. December | ||
Engine: | 2497 cm3 Diesel, 5 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 113 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 170 NM ON 2800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 193 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 15.3 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.6 (combined) 9.2 (urban) 5.1 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres (17.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.80m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 515 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2010 kg |
Mercedes E 250 D engine OM605 250D
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 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 | 2497 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 5 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 87 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 84 mm |
Compression ratio | 22 : 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 | Precombustion chamber |
Mercedes E 250 D oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 8.5 litres (9 quarts) |
Power | 113 HP ON 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 NM ON 2800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1993 |
Duration of production | 8 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 1996 onwards. |
All Mercedes E class sedan [1995 - 1999] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Mercedes E 200 1995
Jul 1995 — Jul 1999 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 1995 Automatic Jul 1995 — Jul 1999 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 220 1995 Diesel Jul 1995 — Jun 1998 | 2.2 Diesel | 95 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 220 1995 Diesel Automatic
Jul 1995 — Jun 1998 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.2 Diesel | 95 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 1998 CDI Automatic Jun 1998 — Jul 1999 | 2.2 Diesel | 102 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 220 1998 CDI Automatic Jun 1998 — Jul 1999 | 2.2 Diesel | 125 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 230 1995 Jul 1995 — Mar 1997 | 2.3 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 230 1995 Automatic Jul 1995 — Oct 1997 | 2.3 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 240 1997 Oct 1997 — Jul 1999 | 2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 240 1997 Automatic Oct 1997 — Jul 1999 | 2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 250 D
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.5 Diesel | 113 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 250 D Automatic Jan 1996 — Dec 1999 | 2.5 Diesel | 113 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 250 Turbodiesel Jan 1997 — Dec 1999 | 2.5 Diesel | 150 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 1995 Jul 1995 — Mar 1997 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 10.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 1995 Automatic Jul 1995 — Mar 1997 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 1997 Mar 1997 — Jul 1999 | 2.8 Petrol | 204 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 1997 Automatic Mar 1997 — Jul 1999 | 2.8 Petrol | 204 HP | 10.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 1997 4Matic 4x4 Mar 1997 — Jul 1999 | 2.8 Petrol | 204 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 290 1995 TD
Jul 1995 — Jun 1998 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.9 Diesel | 129 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 290 1997 TD Mar 1997 — Jul 1999 | 2.9 Diesel | 129 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 300 1995 Diesel Jul 1995 — Mar 1997 | 3.0 Diesel | 136 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 300 1995 Diesel Automatic Jul 1995 — Mar 1997 | 3.0 Diesel | 136 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 300 1997 TD
Mar 1997 — Jul 1999 Most powerfull diesel version (177 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 177 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 320 1995 Jul 1995 — Mar 1997 | 3.2 Petrol | 220 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 320 1997 Mar 1997 — Jul 1999 | 3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 320 1997 4Matic 4x4 Jun 1997 — Jul 1999 | 3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 420 1995 Jul 1995 — Oct 1997 | 4.2 Petrol | 279 HP | 12.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 430 1997 Oct 1997 — Jul 1999 | 4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 50 1996 AMG Apr 1996 — Oct 1997 | 5.0 Petrol | 347 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 55 1997 AMG
Oct 1997 — Jul 1999 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 354 HP | 12.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |