Mercedes E 55 1997 AMG (W210)

Mercedes E class 1995 5.4 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes E 55 1997 AMG has been produced from October, 1997 to July, 1999. 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 1995 - 1999 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, 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 220 up to 370 thousand 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 1997 AMG has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes E 55 1997 AMG accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

Mercedes E 55 1997 AMG fuel consumption is 12.1 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 17.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.9 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 880 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 12.8 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. 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.

Mercedes E class 1995

Mercedes E 55 1997 AMG technical data

Model: Mercedes E 55 1997 AMG
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 1997. October ... 1999. July 
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) 8.9 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 12.8 l/100km (18.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 80 litres (21.1 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.80m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.42m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.3 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 515 litres
Gross weight: 2210 kg

Mercedes E 55 1997 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
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 1997 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
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.

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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