Mercedes AMG E 53 (C238)
Mercedes E class 2016 3.0 petrol description
Coupe Mercedes AMG E 53 has been produced from January, 2018 to December, 2020. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 435 horsepower on 6100 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mercedes E klase 2016 - 2020 version and torque 520 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 fuel injection system and BorgWarner B03G eZV turbine. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 210 000 and 360 000 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 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
Mercedes AMG E 53 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 9 gears.
Mercedes AMG E 53 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes AMG E 53 fuel consumption is 7.2 litres per 100km (13.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 9.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 66 litres or 17.44 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 900 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1100 kilometers on highway.

Mercedes AMG E 53 technical data
Model: | Mercedes AMG E 53 | ||
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Body style: | Coupe | ||
Production period: | 2018. January ... 2020. December | ||
Engine: | 2999 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 435 HP ON 6100 RPM | Torque: | 520 NM ON 1800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (9 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.4 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 (combined) 9.6 (urban) 5.9 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres (17.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.85m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 12.1 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 120 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 4 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 425 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2425 kg |
Mercedes AMG E 53 engine M256 E30 DEH LA G
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 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 | 2999 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 92.4 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.5 : 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 | Injection |
Mercedes AMG E 53 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 14 litres (14.8 quarts) |
Power | 435 HP ON 6100 RPM |
Torque | 520 NM ON 1800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2017 |
Duration of production | 8 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes CLS |
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All Mercedes E class coupe [2016 - 2020] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
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Mercedes E 200 184 Hp Automatic Jan 2016 — Dec 2019 | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | - | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 184 Hp Automatic 4x4 Jan 2017 — Dec 2019 | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | - | All wheel |
Mercedes E 200 197 Hp Automatic Jan 2019 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Petrol | 197 HP | - | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 197 Hp Automatic 4x4 Jan 2019 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Petrol | 197 HP | - | All wheel |
Mercedes E 300 245 Hp Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 | 2.0 Petrol | 245 HP | - | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 300 258 Hp Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Petrol | 258 HP | - | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 350 Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Petrol | 299 HP | - | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 220d Automatic | 2.0 Diesel | 194 HP | - | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 220d Automatic 4x4 Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 194 HP | - | All wheel |
Mercedes E 300d Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 245 HP | - | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 350 d Jan 2019 — Dec 2020 | 2.9 Diesel | 286 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 400d 4x4
Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 Most powerfull diesel version (340 HP) |
2.9 Diesel | 340 HP | 5.0 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes E 400 4x4 Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 | 3.0 Petrol | 333 HP | - | All wheel |
Mercedes E 450 V6 Automatic 4x4 Jan 2018 — Dec 2019 | 3.0 Petrol | 367 HP | 7.3 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes E 450 V6 Automatic 4x4 Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 | 3.0 Petrol | 367 HP | - | All wheel |
Mercedes AMG E 53 4x4
Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 435 HP | 7.2 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes E 350d 4x4 Jan 2017 — Dec 2018 | 3.0 Diesel | 258 HP | 6.3 l/100km | All wheel |