Mercedes 300 TD Turbo 4Matic
Mercedes E class 1989 3.0 diesel description
Estate car / wagon Mercedes 300 TD Turbo 4Matic has been produced from October, 1989 to June, 1993. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 147 horsepower on 4600 rpm and torque 273 Nm (Newton metres) on 2400 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has precombustion chamber fuel system and KKK K24 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 360 up to 600 thousand 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-40 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
Mercedes 300 TD Turbo 4Matic has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Mercedes 300 TD Turbo 4Matic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 195 km/h.
Mercedes 300 TD Turbo 4Matic fuel consumption is 8.4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.9 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 72 litres or 19.02 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 840 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 9 litres per 100 km, which is 7% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes E class fuel consumption.

Mercedes 300 TD Turbo 4Matic technical data
Model: | Mercedes 300 TD Turbo 4Matic | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 1989. October ... 1993. June | ||
Engine: | 2996 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 147 HP ON 4600 RPM | Torque: | 273 NM ON 2400 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 195 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.9 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 (combined) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9 l/100km (26.1 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 300 TD Turbo 4Matic engine OM603 300TD
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 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) | 87 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 84 mm |
Compression ratio | 22 : 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 | Precombustion chamber |
Mercedes 300 TD Turbo 4Matic oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
Power | 143 - 150 HP ON 4600 RPM |
Torque | 267 - 273 NM ON 2400 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1984 |
Duration of production | 13 years |
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 |