Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 Automatic (W211)

Mercedes E class 2006 3.0 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 Automatic has been produced from June, 2006 to January, 2009. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 231 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 300 Nm (Newton metres) on 2400 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 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-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.

Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 Automatic has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 248 km/h.

Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 Automatic fuel consumption is 9.4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.6 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 10.8 litres per 100 km, which is 15% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes E class fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other Mercedes E class versions - with manual gearbox (Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 MT), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 4Matic AT 4x4) available:
  • Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 9.3 litres per 100 km
  • Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 4Matic AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.5 seconds later (in 7.8 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 9.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 11.4 litres per 100 km
Mercedes E class 2006

Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 Automatic technical data

Model: Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 Automatic
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2006. June ... 2009. January 
Engine: 2996 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 224 g/km
Power: 231 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 300 NM ON 2400 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (7 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 248 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.4 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 10.8 l/100km (21.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 65 litres (17.2 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.82m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.45m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.4 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 540 litres
Gross weight: 2185 kg

Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 Automatic engine M272 KE30

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 88 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 82.1 mm
Compression ratio 11.3 : 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 Benz E 280 2006 Automatic oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts)
Power 231 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 300 NM ON 2400 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 13 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 2007 onwards.

Engine also used on Mercedes C klase Mercedes CLK Mercedes SLK and 4 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 sedan [2006 - 2009] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Mercedes Benz E 200 2006 Kompressor

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 184 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes Benz E 200 2006 Kompressor Automatic 1.8 Petrol 184 HP 8.5 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes Benz E 200 2006 CDI

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.1 Diesel 136 HP 6.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes Benz E 200 2006 CDI Automatic 2.1 Diesel 136 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes Benz E 220 2006 CDI

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.1 Diesel 170 HP 6.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes Benz E 220 2006 CDI Automatic 2.1 Diesel 170 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 Automatic 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 4Matic 4x4 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.9 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 CDI 3.0 Diesel 190 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 CDI Automatic 3.0 Diesel 190 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 CDI 4Matic 4x4 3.0 Diesel 190 HP 7.8 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes Benz E 320 2006 CDI 3.0 Diesel 224 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes Benz E 320 2006 CDI 4Matic 4x4 3.0 Diesel 224 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes Benz E 350 2006 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes Benz E 350 2006 4Matic 4x4 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 10.4 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes Benz E 420 2006 CDI

Most powerfull diesel version (314 HP)

4.0 Diesel 314 HP 9.3 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes Benz E 500 2006 5.5 Petrol 388 HP 11.5 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes Benz E 500 2006 4Matic 4x4 5.5 Petrol 388 HP 11.9 l/100km Automatic (7) All wheel
Mercedes E 63 2006 AMG

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds

6.2 Petrol 514 HP 14.3 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes E class 2006 reviews
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