Mercedes R class 2010 3.0 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Mercedes R 300 2010 has been produced from January, 2010 to December, 2014. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 231 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 300 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 revolutions per minute.
This 6-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 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 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 R class 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
Mercedes R 300 2010 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes R 300 2010 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 222 km/h.
Mercedes R 300 2010 fuel consumption is 11.1 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9 km/l), city fuel economy - 15.2 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 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.
Mercedes R 300 2010 technical data
| Model: | Mercedes R 300 2010 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
| Production period: | 2010. January ... 2014. December | ||
| Engine: | 2996 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 260 g/km |
| Power: | 231 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 300 NM ON 2500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 222 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.6 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.1 (combined) 15.2 (urban) 8.8 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.92m (length) 1.92m (width) 1.67m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 550 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1950 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2790 kg | ||
Mercedes R 300 2010 engine M272 KE30
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 | 2996 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 88 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 82.1 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.3 : 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 R 300 2010 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
| Power | 231 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 NM ON 2500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2004 |
| Duration of production | 13 years |
| Engine also used on | Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes CLK Mercedes SLK and 3 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 R class minivan [2010 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mercedes R 300 2010
Jan 2010 — Dec 2014 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes R 300 2010 CDI Jan 2010 — Dec 2014 | 3.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Rear wheel |
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Mercedes R 350 2010 CDI BlueTec 4Matic 4x4
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
3.0 Diesel | 210 HP | 6.9 l/100km | All wheel |
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Mercedes R 350 2010 CDI 4Matic 4x4
Most powerfull diesel version (224 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 224 HP | 9.5 l/100km | All wheel |
| Mercedes R 350 2010 4Matic 4x4 Jan 2010 — Dec 2012 | 3.5 Petrol | 272 HP | 11.6 l/100km | All wheel |
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Mercedes R 500 2010 4Matic 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds |
5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 13.2 l/100km | All wheel |