Mercedes R class 2010 3.0 diesel description
Minivan / MPV Mercedes R 300 2010 CDI has been produced from January, 2010 to December, 2014. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 190 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 440 Nm (Newton metres) on 1400 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available.
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This Mercedes R class 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30, MB 228.51/229.51 and oil capacity is 8.8 litres.
Mercedes R 300 2010 CDI has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes R 300 2010 CDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 215 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes R 300 2010 CDI fuel consumption is 7.6 litres per 100km (13.2 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes R klase 2010 versions, fuel consumption in city - 9.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1040 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1240 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 8.8 litres per 100 km, which is 16% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes R class fuel consumption.

Mercedes R 300 2010 CDI technical data
Model: | Mercedes R 300 2010 CDI | ||
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Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
Production period: | 2010. January ... 2014. December | ||
Engine: | 2987 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 199 g/km |
Power: | 190 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 440 NM ON 1400 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 215 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.6 (combined) 9.6 (urban) 6.4 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.8 l/100km (26.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
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: | 2840 kg |
Mercedes R 300 2010 CDI engine OM642 280/300 CDI
Engine displacement | 2987 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 92 mm |
Compression ratio | 18 : 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. More service info |
Timing chain change interval | 400,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur. |
Fuel system | Common Rail Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair. |
Mercedes R 300 2010 CDI oil type | 5W-30, MB 228.51/229.51 |
Oil capacity | 8.8 litres (9.3 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 13 litres (13.7 quarts) |
Power | 184 - 204 HP ON 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 - 500 NM ON 1400 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2005 |
Duration of production | 20 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML |
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. |
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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 |
Mercedes R 350 2010 CDI BlueTec 4Matic 4x4
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
3.0 Diesel | 210 HP | 6.9 l/100km | All wheel |
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 |
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 |