Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI Combi Automatic (S211)

Mercedes E class 2006 3.0 diesel description

Estate car / wagon Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI Combi Automatic 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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available.
More engine specs 
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 Combi Automatic has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI Combi Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 230 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI Combi Automatic fuel consumption is 7.6 litres per 100km (13.2 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes E klase 2006 - 2009 versions, city fuel economy - 10.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 920 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1180 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 8.5 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes E class fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other Mercedes E class versions - with manual gearbox (Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI Combi MT), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI 4Matic Combi AT 4x4) available:
  • Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI Combi MT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.9 seconds later (in 9.1 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 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 4Matic Combi AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.8 seconds later (in 9 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 8.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 8.5 litres per 100 km
Mercedes E class 3.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Mercedes E class 2006

Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI Combi Automatic technical data

Model: Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI Combi Automatic
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 2006. June ... 2009. January 
Engine: 2987 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 202 g/km
Power: 190 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 440 NM ON 1400 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (7 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 230 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.6 (combined) 10.6 (urban) 5.9 (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: 2520 kg

Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI Combi Automatic engine OM642 280/300 CDI

Engine displacement 2987 cm3
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 Combi Automatic 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 19 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.

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.

All Mercedes E class estate car [2006 - 2009] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
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
Mercedes E class 2006 reviews
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