Mercedes E 500 2002 (W211)

Mercedes E class 2002 5.0 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes E 500 2002 has been produced from March, 2002 to February, 2004. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.0 litres, which produces power of 306 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 460 Nm (Newton metres) on 2700 revolutions per minute.

This 8-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by double-row 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 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes E class 5.0 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8 litres.

Mercedes E 500 2002 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes E 500 2002 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

Mercedes E 500 2002 fuel consumption is 11.5 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 16.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 12.5 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes E class fuel consumption.

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.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes E class version with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (Mercedes E 500 2004 4Matic AT 4x4) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.4 seconds faster (in 5.6 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 12.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 12.5 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes E class 2002

Mercedes E 500 2002 technical data

Model: Mercedes E 500 2002
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2002. March ... 2004. February 
Engine: 4966 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: 276 g/km
Power: 306 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 460 NM ON 2700 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 11.5 (combined) 16.9 (urban) 8.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 12.5 l/100km (18.8 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: 11.4 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)
Gross weight: 2250 kg

Mercedes E 500 2002 engine M113 E50

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 4966 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 97 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 84 mm
Compression ratio 9.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Double-row 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 500 2002 oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity 10.75 litres (11.4 quarts)
Power 296 - 306 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 460 NM ON 2700 RPM
Start of production (year) 1997
Duration of production 11 years
Engine also used on Mercedes ML Mercedes S klase Mercedes CLK Mercedes CLS and 3 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 [2002 - 2006] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
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
Mercedes E class 2002 reviews
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