Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 (W211)
Mercedes E class 2006 3.0 petrol description
Sedan Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 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 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 fuel consumption is 9.3 litres per 100km (10.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
- Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 Automatic AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 9.4 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), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 9.9 litres per 100 km
Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 technical data
| Model: | Mercedes Benz E 280 2006 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2006. June ... 2009. January | ||
| Engine: | 2996 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 222 g/km |
| Power: | 231 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 300 NM ON 2400 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.3 (combined) 13.4 (urban) 6.9 (highway) | ||
| 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 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 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. |
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| 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. |
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All Mercedes E class sedan [2006 - 2009] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |