Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI Combi (S210)
Mercedes E class 1999 2.7 diesel description
Estate car / wagon Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI Combi has been produced from July, 1999 to September, 2002. It has five-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.7 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 4200 rpm and torque 370 Nm (Newton metres) on 1600 revolutions per minute.
This 5-cylinder 20-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes E class 2.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI Combi has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI Combi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 215 km/h.
Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI Combi fuel consumption is 7.1 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (14.1 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes E klase 1999 - 2002 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, 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 270 1999 CDI Combi technical data
Model: | Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI Combi | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 1999. July ... 2002. September | ||
Engine: | 2685 cm3 Diesel, 5 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 187 g/km |
Power: | 170 HP ON 4200 RPM | Torque: | 370 NM ON 1600 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 215 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.1 (combined) 9.6 (urban) 5.6 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7 l/100km (33.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.84m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.50m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 600 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1975 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2310 kg |
Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI Combi engine OM612
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 | 2685 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 5 |
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. |
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 270 1999 CDI Combi oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 10.6 litres (11.2 quarts) |
Power | 156 - 170 HP ON 4200 RPM |
Torque | 330 - 400 NM ON 1600 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1999 |
Duration of production | 8 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes C klase Mercedes ML Mercedes G klase and 2 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. |
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All Mercedes E class estate car [1999 - 2002] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Mercedes E 200 1999 Combi Jul 1999 — Jan 2001 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 1999 Combi Automatic Jul 1999 — Jan 2001 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 2001 Kompressor Combi
Jan 2001 — Sep 2002 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 2001 Kompressor Combi Automatic Jan 2001 — Sep 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 220 1999 CDI Combi
Jul 1999 — Sep 2002 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.1 Diesel | 143 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 220 1999 CDI Combi Automatic Jul 1999 — Sep 2002 | 2.1 Diesel | 143 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 240 1999 Combi Jul 1999 — Sep 2002 | 2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 11.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 240 1999 Combi Automatic Jul 1999 — Sep 2002 | 2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI Combi Jul 1999 — Sep 2002 | 2.7 Diesel | 170 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI Combi Automatic Jul 1999 — Sep 2002 | 2.7 Diesel | 170 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 1999 Combi Jul 1999 — Sep 2002 | 2.8 Petrol | 204 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 1999 Combi Automatic Jul 1999 — Sep 2002 | 2.8 Petrol | 204 HP | 11.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 1999 4Matic Combi 4x4 Jul 1999 — Sep 2002 | 2.8 Petrol | 204 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 320 1999 Combi Jul 1999 — Sep 2002 | 3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 320 1999 4Matic Combi 4x4 Jul 1999 — Sep 2002 | 3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 320 1999 CDI Combi
Jul 1999 — Sep 2002 Most powerfull diesel version (197 HP) |
3.2 Diesel | 197 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 430 1999 Combi Jul 1999 — Sep 2002 | 4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 430 1999 4Matic Combi 4x4 Jul 1999 — Sep 2002 | 4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 12.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 55 1999 AMG Combi
Jul 1999 — Feb 2002 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 354 HP | 12.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
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Most powerfull petrol version (354 HP) |
5.4 Petrol | 354 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |