Mercedes E 55 1999 AMG (W210)
Mercedes E class 1999 5.4 petrol description
Sedan Mercedes E 55 1999 AMG has been produced from July, 1999 to March, 2002. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.4 litres, which produces power of 354 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mercedes E klase 1999 - 2002 version and torque 530 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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Mercedes E class 5.4 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
Mercedes E 55 1999 AMG has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes E 55 1999 AMG accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes E 55 1999 AMG fuel consumption is 12.1 litres per 100km (8.3 km/l), city fuel economy - 17.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 13.5 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes E class fuel consumption.
Mercedes E 55 1999 AMG technical data
| Model: | Mercedes E 55 1999 AMG | ||
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| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1999. July ... 2002. March | ||
| Engine: | 5439 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 290 g/km |
| Power: | 354 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 530 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.7 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.1 (combined) 17.8 (urban) 8.8 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 13.5 l/100km (17.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.82m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.41m (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: | 2210 kg | ||
Mercedes E 55 1999 AMG engine M113 E55 AMG
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 | 5439 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 97 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 92 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11 : 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 55 1999 AMG oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 11 litres (11.6 quarts) |
| Power | 347 - 400 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 - 530 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. |
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| Engine also used on | Mercedes C klase Mercedes ML Mercedes CLK Mercedes SLK 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. |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |