Mercedes E 400d (C238)
Mercedes E class 2016 2.9 diesel description
Coupe Mercedes E 400d has been produced from January, 2018 to December, 2020. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.9 litres, which produces power of 340 horsepower on 3600 rpm and torque 700 Nm (Newton metres) on 1200 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 BorgWarner R2S 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. 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 2.9 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8.5 litres.
Mercedes E 400d has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 9 gears.
Mercedes E 400d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes E 400d fuel consumption is 5 litres per 100km (20 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Mercedes E klase 2016 - 2020 version, city fuel economy - 5.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 66 litres or 17.44 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1320 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1460 kilometers on highway.

Mercedes E 400d technical data
Model: | Mercedes E 400d | ||
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Body style: | Coupe | ||
Production period: | 2018. January ... 2020. December | ||
Engine: | 2927 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 340 HP ON 3600 RPM | Torque: | 700 NM ON 1200 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (9 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.0 (combined) 5.9 (urban) 4.5 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres (17.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.85m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | ||
Seats: | 4 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 425 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2440 kg |
Mercedes E 400d engine OM656 400 D
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 | 2927 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 92.4 mm |
Compression ratio | 15.5 : 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 | 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 400d oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 8.5 litres (9 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 13 litres (13.7 quarts) |
Power | 330 - 340 HP ON 3600 RPM |
Torque | 700 NM ON 1200 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2017 |
Duration of production | 8 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes CLS Mercedes GLC Mercedes GLE |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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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 |