Mercedes 500 E

Mercedes E class 1989 5.0 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes 500 E has been produced from December, 1990 to June, 1993. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.0 litres, which produces power of 326 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mercedes E klase 1989 - 1993 version and torque 480 Nm (Newton metres) on 3900 revolutions per minute.

This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 400 000 and 670 000 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 5.0 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8 litres.

Mercedes 500 E has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Mercedes 500 E accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes 500 E fuel consumption is 13.5 litres per 100km (7.4 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 500 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
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 1989

Mercedes 500 E technical data

Model: Mercedes 500 E
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 1990. December ... 1993. June 
Engine: 4973 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 326 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 480 NM ON 3900 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (4 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.1 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 13.5 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 13.5 l/100km (17.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.74m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.41m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.7 meters
Gross weight: 1900 kg

Mercedes 500 E engine M119 E50

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 400,000 to 670,000 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 4973 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 96.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 85 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 500 E oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Power 320 - 347 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 470 - 480 NM ON 3900 RPM
Start of production (year) 1989
Duration of production 10 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 1992 onwards.

Engine also used on Mercedes S klase

All Mercedes E class sedan [1989 - 1993] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Mercedes 200 Oct 1989 — Jun 1990

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 105 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 200 Oct 1989 — Jun 1990 2.0 Petrol 105 HP - Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 200 E Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 2.0 Petrol 118 HP 9.1 l/100km Manual (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 200 E Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 2.0 Petrol 118 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 200 E Oct 1992 — Jun 1993

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 136 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 200 E Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 200 D

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 75 HP 6.7 l/100km Manual (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 200 D 2.0 Diesel 75 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 220 E Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 2.2 Petrol 150 HP 8.8 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 220 E Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 2.2 Petrol 150 HP 8.9 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 230 E Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 2.3 Petrol 132 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 230 E Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 2.3 Petrol 132 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 250 D 2.5 Diesel 94 HP 7.1 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 250 D 2.5 Diesel 94 HP 7.5 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 250 D Turbo 2.5 Diesel 126 HP 7.5 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 250 D Turbo 2.5 Diesel 126 HP 7.7 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 260 E Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 2.6 Petrol 160 HP 10.9 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 260 E Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 2.6 Petrol 160 HP 10.6 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 260 E 4Matic 4x4 Oct 1989 — Mai 1991 2.6 Petrol 160 HP 10.9 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Mercedes 280 E Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 2.8 Petrol 197 HP 10.7 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 280 E Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 2.8 Petrol 197 HP 10.4 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 300 E Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 3.0 Petrol 180 HP 10.9 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 300 E Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 3.0 Petrol 180 HP 10.8 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 300 E 4Matic 4x4 3.0 Petrol 180 HP 11.3 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Mercedes 300 E-24 Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 3.0 Petrol 220 HP 11.0 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 300 E-24 Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 3.0 Petrol 220 HP 11.2 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 300 D 3.0 Diesel 113 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 300 D 3.0 Diesel 113 HP 7.8 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 300 D Turbo

Most powerfull diesel version (147 HP)

3.0 Diesel 147 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 300 D Turbo 4Matic 4x4

Most powerfull diesel version (147 HP)

3.0 Diesel 147 HP 8.7 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Mercedes 320 E Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 3.2 Petrol 220 HP 11.0 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 320 E Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 3.2 Petrol 220 HP 11.1 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 400 E Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 4.2 Petrol 279 HP 11.9 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 500 E Dec 1990 — Jun 1993

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds

5.0 Petrol 326 HP 13.5 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E class 1989 reviews
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