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Mercedes-Benz W210 E-Class wagon
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Mercedes-Benz W210 E-Class wagon

The Mercedes-Benz W210 cars were produced from 1996 through 2002. They were sold under the E-Class model names in both sedan and station wagon body types. The W210 signified the entrance of Mercedes Benz into a new era in which they were to appeal to a younger market segment. The E320 W210 quickly became the model to sell the most units in MB production.

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Engines

This was the first time a V6 engine was offered (1998) to replace the straight-6 configuration (1996-1997). This new Mercedes-Benz M112 engine produced 221 hp (164 kW) and 229 ft·lbf (310 N·m) of torque and offered a 0-60 mph (98 km/h) of 6.9 seconds. Other offerings were the E420 (1997), E430 (1998-2002), and E55 AMG (1999-2002) with 354 hp (264 kW) and a 5.4 L normally aspirated engine. In North America, the range also features two E300 diesel engine models, including both non-turbocharged (1996-1997) and turbocharged (1998-1999) 3.0 litre straight-6 units. In 2000, Mercedes-Benz discontinued diesel powerplants in the E-class in North America. In Europe, the diesel engines were superseded by more advanced Common Rail (CDI) units (2000-2002). The CDI engines were not offered in North America until the E320 CDI in the newer W211 model.

Gasoline Engines for North American Market.

Diesel for North American Market.

Transmissions

The 1996 model W210 E-Class carried over the 4-speed automatic transmission from the previous W124 generation E-Class. In 1997, Mercedes installed in the E-class its newer, electronically-controlled model 722.6 5-speed automatic transmission that first saw duty in 1996 in the V8-powered W140 S-class models. The 722.6 transmission now powers numerous Daimler-Chrysler vehicles. The 4-speed and 5-speed transmissions are both fairly robust, although the 4-speed has a slight edge in durability. The 5-speed transmission is "sealed for life." Mercedes-Benz engineered the transmission fluid to last as long as the transmission's expected lifetime. Many owners do not share Mercedes' expectations for the transmission's lifetime. Since the frequency of fluid changes directly affects the length of a transmission's usable lifetime, many owners and repair shops recommend renewing the fluid every 60,000 to 100,000 miles.

Wheels / Rims and Fitment

The W210 chassis originally came with one of the following OEM wheel setups: 

* E300/E320: 16 x 7.5” ET41
* E420: 16 x 7.5” ET41
* E430: 16 x 7.5” ET41 (before 2000); 17 x 7.5” ET41 (after 2000)
* Sport Package: 17 x 7.5” ET37
* Special Edition: 17 x 8” ET35
* E55: 18 x 8” ET31 front, 18 x 9” ET35 rear.
ET is a German abbreviation for offset, more or less, where the number is in mm and indicates amount of offset. This ETxx is usually stamped on the inside of OEM rims for easy reference.

The bolt pattern is 5x112 (12mm x 1.5 lugs), with an offset range of 30-40mm, a wheel size range of 16"x6.0" to 20"x8.5" . This is the same bolt pattern as the previous E-Class (Chassis 124), but the following E-Class (Chassis 211) has a 14mm lug and the wheels are incompatible between the W210 and W211 models.

W210 ///AMGs

There were 3 engines that AMG used in the W210. The first was the M119.985 in the Euro Spec E50 AMG produced only one year 1997. There was also an option for the M119.985 that was bored out to 6.0L the cars these were fitted to were designated as the E60 and came in sedan and wagon varieties. In 1998 came the M113 powered E55 which used a 5.5L v-8 SOHC 24V to produce 354 bhp and an awesome 391 ft·lbf of torque.

The body styling on all of the W210 AMG models was the same until 2000 when a facelift and interior upgrades were implemented.

Information from the Deuschland AMG Owners Club.

E50 (E60)///AMG

The Numbers

The E50 was only produced 2 years 1996 and 1997 eventhough all were considered model year 1997.

Production Figures. ~3000 2,870 accounted for (production Models).

Engine

(Same engine used in the S500/C, SL500, with tuned exhaust and cylinder head)

Transmission 5 speed auto 722.609 (same as C43, E55, SL/S600/c)

Gear Ratios:

0-100 6,2 SECs AMG figure 0-100 5,8 SECs Auto Motor und Sport 9/96

The 1998 and 1999 E55 are identical to the E50.

1999 E55 ///AMG

The Numbers

The W210 E55 was only produced 5 years 1998 through 2002 with a facelift in 2000. Production Figures. ~12000 accounted for (production Models). 3000 per year. 500 per year imported to USA.

Engine 90 degree V-8, high-pressure die-cast alloy block, alloy heads 
(Same engine used in the E430, C43)

Transmission
5 speed auto 722.6 (same as C43, E55, SL/S600/c)


Gear Ratios.


General Concesus 0-60 mph 0-100 km/h 5.4 SECs


0-100 5,4 SECs AMG figure (1999)
Station Wagon (T-modell) 5,7 SECs
0-100 5,3 SECs Auto Motor und Sport 7/98




E50, E60 and E55 ///AMG Common Technical Specs


Suspension




Hydraulic dual-circuit braking system with vacuum servo unit, disk brakes, internally ventilated, two piece front rotors and 4-piston calipers. 


FROM THE SL600


Steering




Wheels and Tires




Dimensions and Weight

OPTIONS AVAILABLE
Power adjustable front seats, sport steering wheel, leather upholstery, leather shift knob, 5-speed automatic transmission, Brake Assist System (BAS), Electronic Stability System (ESP), automatic climate control with charcoal filter, heated front seats, front and side airbags, power windows, metallic paint, xenon headlamps. 4 MATIC (euro spec E55s)


E55 After 2000 Supplemental Info


Suspension



4Matic All-Wheel Drive Option


In 1998, Mercedes-Benz reintroduced the 4Matic all-wheel drive system.  Although this 4Matic system shares its name with the notoriously problematic early '90s 4Matic system of the W124 300TE, the system was totally redesigned and simplified.  Abandoning complicated clutches and couplings, Mercedes opted to use three open differentials: front, center, and rear.  The system has no known design defects, and incurs very limited, if any, additional direct maintenance costs.  The unique front suspension design of the 4Matic-equipped models make some replacement parts, such as shock absorbers, somewhat more expensive than that of rear-wheel drive counterparts.




Common Problems


The W210 E-class is a reliable and safe car, with very few major mechanical problems.  In a few very rare cases, the front spring perch has corroded and torn away from the inner fender, causing the front suspension to collapse.  (4Matic models are not believed to be affected.)  Minor problems include defective harmonic balancer pulleys (recall), rust on trunk lid near latch, rust on door frames under window seals (recall), defective mass airflow meter, melted rear light bulb sockets, defective blower motor regulators, and poorly designed rear window regulators.  


Harmonic Balancer - If the rubber insert of the harmonic balancer pulley, or main crankshaft pulley, delaminates at high velocity, the pulley may grind through the timing chain cover and oil pan, causing several thousand dollars of damage.  Owners should inspect the harmonic balancer pulley regularly for signs of rubber deterioration.


Blower Motor Regulator - If this part fails, the climate control fan will not operate faster than approximately 50% power.  Mercedes updated the regulator to improve its reliability, but the redesigned regulator requires the installation of a new blower motor -- about $1,000 in parts.  The old-style regulator, which is compatible with the existing blower motor, is no longer manufactured.  The blower motor regulator may be replaced with the much less expensive W140 S-class blower regulator, provided that the E-class wiring harness is re-attached to the S-class regulator.


'Front Sway Bar Bushings - While not a serious concern, most E-classes end up with a sub 35MPH clicking or rattling sound from the front end. This is usually due to worn out front-end sway-bar bushings. These can easily be replaced by the enthusiast.



Model Lineage


The W210 models replaced the W124 E-Class models after 1995 and were replaced by the W211 E-Class after 2002.



Online Owner Communities


W210 E-class enthusiasts maintain an active online presence.  The forums are helpful in obtaining information for do-it-yourself maintenance, diagnosis, and repair procedures.


[EclassBenz.com]


[MBWorld.org W210 E-class Forum]


[Benzworld.org W210 E-class Forum]







 


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