Mercedes E 320 1999 4Matic (W210)

Mercedes E class 1999 3.2 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes E 320 1999 4Matic has been produced from July, 1999 to March, 2002. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.2 litres, which produces power of 224 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 315 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 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 3.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

Mercedes E 320 1999 4Matic has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes E 320 1999 4Matic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 230 km/h.

Mercedes E 320 1999 4Matic fuel consumption is 11.1 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9 km/l), city fuel economy - 15.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 960 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.

With the same engine there are also two other Mercedes E class versions - with rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (Mercedes E 320 1999 Automatic AT), and with rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (Mercedes E 320 1999 Automatic AT) available:
  • Mercedes E 320 1999 Automatic AT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.4 seconds faster (in 7.9 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 10.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 10.0 litres per 100 km
  • Mercedes E 320 1999 Automatic AT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.4 seconds faster (in 7.9 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 10.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 10.5 litres per 100 km
Mercedes E class 1999

Mercedes E 320 1999 4Matic technical data

Model: Mercedes E 320 1999 4Matic
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 1999. July ... 2002. March 
Engine: 3199 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 265 g/km
Power: 224 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 315 NM ON 3000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 230 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 11.1 (combined) 15.9 (urban) 8.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 11.4 l/100km (20.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 80 litres (21.1 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.82m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.45m (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: 2250 kg

Mercedes E 320 1999 4Matic engine M112 E32

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 3199 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 89.9 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 84 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 320 1999 4Matic oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Coolant capacity 10 litres (10.6 quarts)
Power 190 - 224 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 270 - 315 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.

Engine also used on Mercedes C klase Mercedes ML Chrysler Crossfire and 6 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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