Mercedes 280 TE
Mercedes E class 1989 2.8 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Mercedes 280 TE has been produced from October, 1992 to June, 1993. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.8 litres, which produces power of 197 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 270 Nm (Newton metres) on 3750 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 1 and Euro 2 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 450 000 to 750 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes E class 2.8 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 7 litres.
Mercedes 280 TE has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Mercedes 280 TE accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 215 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes 280 TE in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 11.3 litres per 100km (8.8 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 72 litres or 19.02 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Mercedes E class fuel consumption.

Mercedes 280 TE technical data
Model: | Mercedes 280 TE | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 1992. October ... 1993. June | ||
Engine: | 2799 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 197 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 270 NM ON 3750 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 215 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.3 (combined) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 11 l/100km (21.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 72 litres (19 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.76m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.49m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 2100 kg |
Mercedes 280 TE engine M104 E28
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 450,000 to 750,000 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 | 2799 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 89.9 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 73.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.2 : 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 280 TE oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 7 litres (7.4 quarts) |
Power | 193 - 197 HP ON 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 - 270 NM ON 3750 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1989 |
Duration of production | 9 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes S klase |
All Mercedes E class estate car [1989 - 1993] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Mercedes 200 T
Oct 1989 — Jun 1990 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 105 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 200 T Oct 1989 — Jun 1990 | 2.0 Petrol | 105 HP | - | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 200 TE Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 | 2.0 Petrol | 118 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 200 TE Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 | 2.0 Petrol | 118 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 200 TE
Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 200 TE Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 200 TD
Oct 1989 — Mai 1991 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 75 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 200 TD Oct 1989 — Mai 1991 | 2.0 Diesel | 75 HP | - | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 220 TE Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 | 2.2 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 220 TE Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 | 2.2 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 230 TE Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 | 2.3 Petrol | 132 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 230 TE Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 | 2.3 Petrol | 132 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 250 TD | 2.5 Diesel | 94 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 250 TD | 2.5 Diesel | 94 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 280 TE Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 | 2.8 Petrol | 197 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 280 TE Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 | 2.8 Petrol | 197 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 300 TE Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 | 3.0 Petrol | 180 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 300 TE Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 | 3.0 Petrol | 180 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 300 TE 4Matic 4x4 | 3.0 Petrol | 180 HP | 11.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |
Mercedes 300 TE-24 Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 | 3.0 Petrol | 220 HP | 11.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 300 TE-24 Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 | 3.0 Petrol | 220 HP | 11.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 300 TD | 3.0 Diesel | 113 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 300 TD | 3.0 Diesel | 113 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 300 TD Turbo
Most powerfull diesel version (147 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 147 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 300 TD Turbo 4Matic
Most powerfull diesel version (147 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 147 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 320 TE Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 | 3.2 Petrol | 220 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes 320 TE
Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8 seconds |
3.2 Petrol | 220 HP | 11.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |