Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI (W210)

Mercedes E class 1999 2.7 diesel description

Sedan Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI has been produced from July, 1999 to March, 2002. It has five-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.7 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 4200 rpm and torque 370 Nm (Newton metres) on 1600 revolutions per minute.

This 5-cylinder 20-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 310 000 to 520 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes E class 2.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 225 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.9 litres per 100km (14.5 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes E klase 1999 - 2002 versions, fuel consumption in city - 9.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 940 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1200 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Mercedes E class fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes E class version with automatic gearbox (Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI Automatic AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.3 seconds later (in 9.3 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 7.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 7.8 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes E class 1999

Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI technical data

Model: Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 1999. July ... 2002. March 
Engine: 2685 cm3 Diesel, 5 cylinders CO2 emissions: 182 g/km
Power: 170 HP ON 4200 RPM Torque: 370 NM ON 1600 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 225 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.9 (combined) 9.4 (urban) 5.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7 l/100km (33.6 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: 2130 kg

Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI engine OM612

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 2685 cm3
Number of cylinders 5
Bore (cylinder diameter) 88 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 88.3 mm
Compression ratio 18 : 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 Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Mercedes E 270 1999 CDI oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Coolant capacity 10.6 litres (11.2 quarts)
Power 156 - 170 HP ON 4200 RPM
Torque 330 - 400 NM ON 1600 RPM
Start of production (year) 1999
Duration of production 8 years
Engine also used on Mercedes C klase Mercedes ML Mercedes G klase and 2 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 [1999 - 2002] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
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
Mercedes E class 1999 reviews
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