Mercedes E 430 1999 4Matic (W210)

Mercedes E class 1999 4.3 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes E 430 1999 4Matic has been produced from July, 1999 to March, 2002. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.3 litres, which produces power of 279 horsepower on 5750 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.

This 8-cylinder 24-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 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes E class 4.3 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8 litres.

Mercedes E 430 1999 4Matic has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes E 430 1999 4Matic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

Mercedes E 430 1999 4Matic fuel consumption is 12.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.1 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 17.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 9.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 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 rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (Mercedes E 430 1999 AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.5 litres per 100 km or 12 % - 10.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 12.0 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes E class 1999

Mercedes E 430 1999 4Matic technical data

Model: Mercedes E 430 1999 4Matic
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 1999. July ... 2002. March 
Engine: 4266 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: 294 g/km
Power: 279 HP ON 5750 RPM Torque: 400 NM ON 3000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 12.3 (combined) 17.6 (urban) 9.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 12 l/100km (19.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 80 litres (21.1 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.82m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.46m (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: 2280 kg

Mercedes E 430 1999 4Matic engine M113 E43

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 4266 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
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 430 1999 4Matic oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity 11 litres (11.6 quarts)
Power 272 - 306 HP ON 5750 RPM
Torque 390 - 410 NM ON 3000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1997
Duration of production 11 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 ML Mercedes S klase Mercedes CLK

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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