Mercedes Benz E 500 2006 4Matic (W211)

Mercedes E class 2006 5.5 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes Benz E 500 2006 4Matic has been produced from June, 2006 to January, 2009. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.5 litres, which produces power of 388 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 530 Nm (Newton metres) on 6500 revolutions per minute.

This 8-cylinder 32-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 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 5.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8.5 litres.

Mercedes Benz E 500 2006 4Matic has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes Benz E 500 2006 4Matic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

Mercedes Benz E 500 2006 4Matic fuel consumption is 11.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.4 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 17.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 9.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 12.8 litres per 100 km, which is 8% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes E class fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes E class version with rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (Mercedes Benz E 500 2006 AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 11.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 12.8 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes E class 2006

Mercedes Benz E 500 2006 4Matic technical data

Model: Mercedes Benz E 500 2006 4Matic
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2006. June ... 2009. January 
Engine: 5461 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: 285 g/km
Power: 388 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 530 NM ON 6500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (7 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 11.9 (combined) 17.8 (urban) 9.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 12.8 l/100km (18.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 80 litres (21.1 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.82m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.43m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.5 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 530 litres
Gross weight: 2405 kg

Mercedes Benz E 500 2006 4Matic engine M273 KE55

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 5461 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 98 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90.5 mm
Compression ratio 10.7 : 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 500 2006 4Matic oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 8.5 litres (9 quarts)
Coolant capacity 7 litres (7.4 quarts)
Power 388 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 530 NM ON 6500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2005
Duration of production 10 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 2008 onwards.

Engine also used on Mercedes ML Mercedes S klase Mercedes G klase and 7 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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