Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI 4Matic Combi (S211)
Mercedes E class 2006 3.0 diesel description
Estate car / wagon Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI 4Matic Combi has been produced from June, 2006 to January, 2009. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 190 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 440 Nm (Newton metres) on 1400 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available.
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This Mercedes E class 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30, MB 228.51/229.51 and oil capacity is 8.8 litres.
Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI 4Matic Combi has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI 4Matic Combi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 226 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI 4Matic Combi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.2 litres per 100km (12.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 840 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1040 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 8.5 litres per 100 km, which is 4% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes E class fuel consumption.
- Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI Combi MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1 litres per 100 km or 12 % - 7.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 8.4 litres per 100 km
- Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI Combi Automatic AT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.8 seconds faster (in 8.2 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 7.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 8.5 litres per 100 km

Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI 4Matic Combi technical data
Model: | Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI 4Matic Combi | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 2006. June ... 2009. January | ||
Engine: | 2987 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 218 g/km |
Power: | 190 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 440 NM ON 1400 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Maximum speed: | 226 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.2 (combined) 10.9 (urban) 6.7 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.5 l/100km (27.7 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: | 2540 kg |
Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI 4Matic Combi engine OM642 280/300 CDI
Engine displacement | 2987 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 92 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. More service info |
Timing chain change interval | 400,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur. |
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 280 2006 CDI 4Matic Combi oil type | 5W-30, MB 228.51/229.51 |
Oil capacity | 8.8 litres (9.3 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 10.2 litres (10.8 quarts) |
Power | 184 - 204 HP ON 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 - 500 NM ON 1400 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2005 |
Duration of production | 20 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 2008 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Mercedes ML Mercedes R klase |
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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All Mercedes E class estate car [2006 - 2009] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Mercedes E 200 2006 Kompressor Combi
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 184 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 2006 Kompressor Combi Automatic | 1.8 Petrol | 184 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 220 2006 CDI Combi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.1 Diesel | 170 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 220 2006 CDI Combi Automatic | 2.1 Diesel | 170 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2006 Combi | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2006 Combi Automatic | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2006 4Matic Combi 4x4 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI Combi | 3.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI Combi Automatic | 3.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI 4Matic Combi 4x4 | 3.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 320 2006 CDI Combi
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
Most powerfull diesel version (224 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 224 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 350 2006 Combi | 3.5 Petrol | 272 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 350 2006 4Matic Combi 4x4 | 3.5 Petrol | 272 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 500 2006 Combi | 5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 11.8 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 500 2006 4Matic Combi 4x4 | 5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 12.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 63 2006 AMG Combi
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds |
6.2 Petrol | 514 HP | 14.5 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Rear wheel |