Mercedes E 500 2004 4Matic Combi (S211)
Mercedes E class 2003 5.0 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Mercedes E 500 2004 4Matic Combi has been produced from January, 2004 to June, 2006. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.0 litres, which produces power of 306 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 460 Nm (Newton metres) on 2700 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by double-row chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Mercedes E class 5.0 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
Mercedes E 500 2004 4Matic Combi has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes E 500 2004 4Matic Combi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes E 500 2004 4Matic Combi fuel consumption is 12.3 litres per 100km (8.1 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 18.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 9.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Mercedes E class fuel consumption.

Mercedes E 500 2004 4Matic Combi technical data
Model: | Mercedes E 500 2004 4Matic Combi | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 2004. January ... 2006. June | ||
Engine: | 4966 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 296 g/km |
Power: | 306 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 460 NM ON 2700 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.3 (combined) 18.2 (urban) 9.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 12.5 l/100km (18.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 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 500 2004 4Matic Combi engine M113 E50
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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 | 4966 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 97 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 84 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.5 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Double-row 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 500 2004 4Matic Combi oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 11.5 litres (12.2 quarts) |
Power | 296 - 306 HP ON 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 NM ON 2700 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1997 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes ML Mercedes S klase Mercedes CLK Mercedes CLS and 3 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 [2003 - 2006] modifications
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 |