Mercedes E 290 1995 TD (W210)

Mercedes E class 1995 2.9 diesel description

Sedan Mercedes E 290 1995 TD has been produced from July, 1995 to June, 1998. It has five-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.9 litres, which produces power of 129 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 300 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.

This 5-cylinder 10-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and turbine. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 360 000 and 600 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes E class 2.9 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 7 litres.

Mercedes E 290 1995 TD has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes E 290 1995 TD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 195 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes E 290 1995 TD fuel consumption is 6.8 litres per 100km (14.7 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes E klase 1995 - 1999 versions, city fuel economy - 9.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 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.

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 290 1997 TD AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 7.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 7.4 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes E class 1995

Mercedes E 290 1995 TD technical data

Model: Mercedes E 290 1995 TD
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 1995. July ... 1998. June 
Engine: 2874 cm3 Diesel, 5 cylinders CO2 emissions: 180 g/km
Power: 129 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 300 NM ON 2000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 195 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.8 (combined) 9.3 (urban) 5.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.9 l/100km (34.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 65 litres (17.2 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.80m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.42m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.3 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 520 litres
Gross weight: 2040 kg

Mercedes E 290 1995 TD engine OM602 290TD

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 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 2874 cm3
Number of cylinders 5
Bore (cylinder diameter) 89 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 92.4 mm
Compression ratio 19.5 : 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 290 1995 TD oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 7 litres (7.4 quarts)
Coolant capacity 9.5 litres (10 quarts)
Power 120 - 129 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 280 - 300 NM ON 2000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1985
Duration of production 16 years

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
Mercedes E class 1995 reviews
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