Mercedes E 240 1997 (W210)

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Mercedes E class 1995 2.4 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes E 240 1997 has been produced from October, 1997 to July, 1999. 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 1997 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes E 240 1997 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 223 km/h.

Mercedes E 240 1997 fuel consumption is 10.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 14.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 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.

Mercedes E class safety

During safety testing Mercedes E class has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mercedes E class is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Mercedes E class got two stars.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes E class version with automatic gearbox (Mercedes E 240 1997 Automatic AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.6 seconds later (in 10.2 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 10.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 10.4 litres per 100 km.

Mercedes E 240 1997 technical data

Model:	Mercedes E 240 1997
Body style:	Sedan
Production period:	1997. October ... 1999. July
Engine:	2398 cm³ Petrol, 6 cylinders	CO2 emissions:	245 g/km
Power:	170 HP ON 5900 RPM	Torque:	225 NM ON 3000 RPM
Gearbox:	Manual gearbox (5 gears)	Drive type:	Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed:	223 km/h	Acceleration 0-100 km/h:	9.6 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km):	10.3 (combined) 14.8 (urban) 7.6 (highway)
Real fuel consumption:	10.5 l/100km (22.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity:	65 litres (17.2 gallons)
Car dimensions:	4.80m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.44m (height)
Turning diameter:	11.3 meters
Seats:	5 seats
Trunk capacity:	520 litres
Gross weight:	2000 kg

Mercedes E 240 1997 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
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 1997 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

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All Mercedes E class sedan [1995 - 1999] modifications

Modification	Engine	Power	Consumption	Gearbox	Drive type
Mercedes E 200 1995 Jul 1995 — Jul 1999 Most fuel efficient petrol version	2.0 Petrol	136 HP	9.1 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 200 1995 Automatic Jul 1995 — Jul 1999	2.0 Petrol	136 HP	9.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 220 1995 Diesel Jul 1995 — Jun 1998	2.2 Diesel	95 HP	7.1 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 220 1995 Diesel Automatic Jul 1995 — Jun 1998 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption	2.2 Diesel	95 HP	7.7 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 200 1998 CDI Automatic Jun 1998 — Jul 1999	2.2 Diesel	102 HP	6.9 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 220 1998 CDI Automatic Jun 1998 — Jul 1999	2.2 Diesel	125 HP	6.9 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 230 1995 Jul 1995 — Mar 1997	2.3 Petrol	150 HP	9.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 230 1995 Automatic Jul 1995 — Oct 1997	2.3 Petrol	150 HP	9.7 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 240 1997 Oct 1997 — Jul 1999	2.4 Petrol	170 HP	10.3 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 240 1997 Automatic Oct 1997 — Jul 1999	2.4 Petrol	170 HP	10.3 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 250 D Most fuel efficient diesel version	2.5 Diesel	113 HP	6.6 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 250 D Automatic Jan 1996 — Dec 1999	2.5 Diesel	113 HP	8.1 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 250 Turbodiesel Jan 1997 — Dec 1999	2.5 Diesel	150 HP	9.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 280 1995 Jul 1995 — Mar 1997	2.8 Petrol	193 HP	10.4 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 280 1995 Automatic Jul 1995 — Mar 1997	2.8 Petrol	193 HP	10.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 280 1997 Mar 1997 — Jul 1999	2.8 Petrol	204 HP	10.6 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 280 1997 Automatic Mar 1997 — Jul 1999	2.8 Petrol	204 HP	10.2 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 280 1997 4Matic 4x4 Mar 1997 — Jul 1999	2.8 Petrol	204 HP	11.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	All wheel
Mercedes E 290 1995 TD Jul 1995 — Jun 1998 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption	2.9 Diesel	129 HP	6.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 290 1997 TD Mar 1997 — Jul 1999	2.9 Diesel	129 HP	7.3 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 300 1995 Diesel Jul 1995 — Mar 1997	3.0 Diesel	136 HP	7.4 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 300 1995 Diesel Automatic Jul 1995 — Mar 1997	3.0 Diesel	136 HP	7.5 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 300 1997 TD Mar 1997 — Jul 1999 Most powerfull diesel version (177 HP)	3.0 Diesel	177 HP	7.9 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 320 1995 Jul 1995 — Mar 1997	3.2 Petrol	220 HP	9.9 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 320 1997 Mar 1997 — Jul 1999	3.2 Petrol	224 HP	10.3 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 320 1997 4Matic 4x4 Jun 1997 — Jul 1999	3.2 Petrol	224 HP	11.1 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	All wheel
Mercedes E 420 1995 Jul 1995 — Oct 1997	4.2 Petrol	279 HP	12.7 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 430 1997 Oct 1997 — Jul 1999	4.3 Petrol	279 HP	11.1 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 50 1996 AMG Apr 1996 — Oct 1997	5.0 Petrol	347 HP	11.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
Mercedes E 55 1997 AMG Oct 1997 — Jul 1999 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds	5.4 Petrol	354 HP	12.1 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel

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