Mercedes E 240 1999 (W210)
Mercedes E class 1999 2.4 petrol description
Sedan Mercedes E 240 1999 has been produced from July, 1999 to March, 2002. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.4 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 5900 rpm and torque 225 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 18-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 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 240 up to 410 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes E class 2.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
Mercedes E 240 1999 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes E 240 1999 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 224 km/h.
Mercedes E 240 1999 fuel consumption is 10.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 15.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Mercedes E class fuel consumption.

Mercedes E 240 1999 technical data
Model: | Mercedes E 240 1999 | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 1999. July ... 2002. March | ||
Engine: | 2398 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 256 g/km |
Power: | 170 HP ON 5900 RPM | Torque: | 225 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 224 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.8 (combined) 15.6 (urban) 7.8 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 11.6 l/100km (20.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres (17.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.82m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 520 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 520 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2080 kg |
Mercedes E 240 1999 engine M112 E24
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 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 | 2398 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83.2 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 73.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 10 : 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 240 1999 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 10 litres (10.6 quarts) |
Power | 170 HP ON 5900 RPM |
Torque | 225 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1997 |
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 2000 onwards. |
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All Mercedes E class sedan [1999 - 2002] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Mercedes E 200 1999 Jul 1999 — Jan 2001 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 1999 Automatic Jul 1999 — Jan 2001 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 2001 Kompressor
Jan 2001 — Mar 2002 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 2001 Kompressor Automatic Jan 2001 — Mar 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 1999 CDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.1 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 200 1999 CDI Automatic | 2.1 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 220 1999 CDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.1 Diesel | 143 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 220 1999 CDI Automatic | 2.1 Diesel | 143 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 240 1999 | 2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 240 1999 Automatic | 2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI | 2.7 Diesel | 170 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI Automatic | 2.7 Diesel | 170 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 1999 | 2.8 Petrol | 204 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 1999 Automatic | 2.8 Petrol | 204 HP | 10.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 280 1999 4Matic 4x4 | 2.8 Petrol | 204 HP | 11.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 320 1999 Automatic | 3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 320 1999 Automatic | 3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 320 1999 4Matic 4x4 | 3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 320 1999 CDI
Most powerfull diesel version (197 HP) |
3.2 Diesel | 197 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 430 1999 | 4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes E 430 1999 4Matic 4x4 | 4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 12.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes E 55 1999 AMG
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 354 HP | 12.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |