Mercedes E 280 2006 Combi (S211)
Mercedes E class 2006 3.0 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Mercedes E 280 2006 Combi has been produced from June, 2006 to January, 2009. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 231 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 300 Nm (Newton metres) on 2400 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 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 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
Mercedes E 280 2006 Combi has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes E 280 2006 Combi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 246 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes E 280 2006 Combi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.6 litres per 100km (10.4 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 13.7 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 960 kilometers on highway.
- Mercedes E 280 2006 Combi Automatic AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 9.7 litres per 100 km
- Mercedes E 280 2006 4Matic Combi AT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 10.3 litres per 100 km

Mercedes E 280 2006 Combi technical data
Model: | Mercedes E 280 2006 Combi | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 2006. June ... 2009. January | ||
Engine: | 2996 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 229 g/km |
Power: | 231 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 300 NM ON 2400 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 246 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.6 (combined) 13.7 (urban) 7.2 (highway) | ||
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: | 2360 kg |
Mercedes E 280 2006 Combi engine M272 KE30
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 | 2996 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 88 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 82.1 mm |
Compression ratio | 11.3 : 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 E 280 2006 Combi oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
Power | 231 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 NM ON 2400 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2004 |
Duration of production | 13 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 2007 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Mercedes C klase Mercedes CLK Mercedes SLK and 4 other models |
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 |
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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 |