Mercedes E 280 2005 (W211)
Mercedes E class 2002 3.0 petrol description
Sedan Mercedes E 280 2005 has been produced from July, 2005 to June, 2006. 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 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 E 280 2005 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes E 280 2005 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes E 280 2005 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.3 litres per 100km (10.8 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.
Mercedes E class safety
During safety testing Mercedes E class has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mercedes E class is evaluated with five stars, and for pedestrian protection Mercedes E class got one star.
- Mercedes E 280 2005 Automatic AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 9.4 litres per 100 km
- Mercedes E 280 2005 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 E 280 2005 technical data
Model: | Mercedes E 280 2005 | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2005. July ... 2006. June | ||
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) |
Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.3 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.3 (combined) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres (17.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.82m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.45m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 145 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 540 litres (with rear seats folded down) |
Mercedes E 280 2005 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 |
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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 E 280 2005 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
Power | 231 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 NM ON 2400 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2004 |
Duration of production | 13 years |
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 [2002 - 2006] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Mercedes E 200 2002 Kompressor
Jul 2002 — Jun 2006 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 163 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 2002 Kompressor Automatic
Jul 2002 — Jun 2006 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 163 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 2004 NGT Jun 2004 — Jun 2006 | 1.8 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 2003 CDI
Jan 2003 — Jun 2006 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.1 Diesel | 122 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 2003 CDI Automatic
Jan 2003 — Jun 2006 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.1 Diesel | 122 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 220 2002 CDI | 2.1 Diesel | 150 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 220 2002 CDI Automatic | 2.1 Diesel | 150 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 240 2002 Mar 2002 — Jul 2005 | 2.6 Petrol | 177 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 240 2002 Automatic Mar 2002 — Jul 2005 | 2.6 Petrol | 177 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 240 2004 4Matic 4x4 Feb 2004 — Jul 2005 | 2.6 Petrol | 177 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 270 2002 CDI Mar 2002 — Jul 2005 | 2.7 Diesel | 177 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 270 2002 CDI Automatic Mar 2002 — Jul 2005 | 2.7 Diesel | 177 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2005 Jul 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2005 Automatic Jul 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2005 4Matic 4x4 Jul 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2005 CDI Jul 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2005 CDI Automatic Jul 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2005 CDI 4Matic 4x4 Oct 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 320 2002 Mar 2002 — Dec 2004 | 3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 320 2004 4Matic 4x4 Jan 2004 — Dec 2004 | 3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 280 2004 CDI Jun 2004 — Jul 2005 | 3.2 Diesel | 177 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 320 2003 CDI Jan 2003 — Jul 2005 | 3.2 Diesel | 204 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 320 2005 CDI Jul 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.2 Diesel | 224 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 320 2005 CDI 4Matic 4x4 Oct 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.2 Diesel | 224 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 350 2005 Jan 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.5 Petrol | 272 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 350 2005 4Matic 4x4 Jan 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.5 Petrol | 272 HP | 10.4 l/100km | Automatic (7) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 400 2004 CDI Jan 2004 — Jul 2005 | 4.0 Diesel | 260 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 420 2005 CDI
Oct 2005 — Jun 2006 Most powerfull diesel version (314 HP) |
4.0 Diesel | 314 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 500 2002 Mar 2002 — Feb 2004 | 5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 500 2004 Jan 2004 — Jun 2006 | 5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 500 2004 4Matic 4x4 Jan 2004 — Jun 2006 | 5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 55 2002 AMG
Oct 2002 — Jun 2006 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 476 HP | 12.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |