Mercedes E 220 2003 CDI Combi Automatic (S211)
Mercedes E class 2003 2.1 diesel description
Estate car / wagon Mercedes E 220 2003 CDI Combi Automatic has been produced from March, 2003 to June, 2006. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.1 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 4200 rpm and torque 340 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard.
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This Mercedes E class 2.1 engine oil type is 5W-40, MB 229.5 / 229.51 and oil capacity is 8.2 litres.
Mercedes E 220 2003 CDI Combi Automatic has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes E 220 2003 CDI Combi Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 207 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes E 220 2003 CDI Combi Automatic fuel consumption is 7.1 litres per 100km (14.1 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes E klase 2003 - 2006 versions, city fuel economy - 9.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 980 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1240 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100 km, which is 10% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes E class fuel consumption.

Mercedes E 220 2003 CDI Combi Automatic technical data
Model: | Mercedes E 220 2003 CDI Combi Automatic | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 2003. March ... 2006. June | ||
Engine: | 2148 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 188 g/km |
Power: | 150 HP ON 4200 RPM | Torque: | 340 NM ON 2000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 207 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.1 (combined) 9.6 (urban) 5.6 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.8 l/100km (30.2 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: | 2360 kg |
Mercedes E 220 2003 CDI Combi Automatic engine OM646 220 CDI
Engine displacement | 2148 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 88 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 88.3 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 220 2003 CDI Combi Automatic oil type | 5W-40, MB 229.5 / 229.51 |
Oil capacity | 8.2 litres (8.7 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 9.8 litres (10.4 quarts) |
Power | 129 - 150 HP ON 4200 RPM |
Torque | 305 - 340 NM ON 2000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2002 |
Duration of production | 8 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 2005 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Mercedes C klase Mercedes Vito |
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 | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Mercedes E 200 2003 Kompressor Combi
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 2003 Kompressor Combi Automatic | 1.8 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 220 2003 CDI Combi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.1 Diesel | 150 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 220 2003 CDI Combi Automatic | 2.1 Diesel | 150 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 240 2003 Combi Mar 2003 — Jul 2005 | 2.6 Petrol | 177 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 240 2003 Combi Automatic Mar 2003 — Jul 2005 | 2.6 Petrol | 177 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 240 2004 4Matic Combi 4x4 Jan 2004 — Jul 2005 | 2.6 Petrol | 177 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 270 2003 CDI Combi Mar 2003 — Jul 2005 | 2.7 Diesel | 177 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 270 2003 CDI Combi Automatic Mar 2003 — Jul 2005 | 2.7 Diesel | 177 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2005 Combi Jul 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2005 Combi Automatic Jul 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2005 4Matic Combi 4x4 Jul 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2005 CDI Combi Jul 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2005 CDI Combi Automatic Jul 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2006 CDI 4Matic Combi 4x4 Feb 2006 — Jun 2006 | 3.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 320 2005 CDI Combi
Jul 2005 — Jun 2006 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
Feb 2006 — Jun 2006 Most powerfull diesel version (224 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 224 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 320 2003 Combi Mar 2003 — Dec 2004 | 3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 320 2004 4Matic Combi 4x4 Jan 2004 — Dec 2004 | 3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2004 CDI Combi Jun 2004 — Jul 2005 | 3.2 Diesel | 177 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 320 2003 CDI Combi Mar 2003 — Jul 2005 | 3.2 Diesel | 204 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 350 2005 Combi Jan 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.5 Petrol | 272 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 350 2005 4Matic Combi 4x4 Jan 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.5 Petrol | 272 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Automatic (7) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 500 2004 Combi Jan 2004 — Jun 2006 | 5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 500 2004 4Matic Combi 4x4 Jan 2004 — Jun 2006 | 5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 12.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 55 2004 AMG Combi
Jan 2004 — Jun 2006 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 476 HP | 13.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |