The 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 220 CDI W211, offered in Europe from January 2003 to mid-2005, is a rear-wheel drive (RWD) 4-door luxury sedan model. It includes a 2148 cm3 Diesel engine (OM646 DE22) with turbocharger and intercooler, with Common Rail direct injection, producing 148 KF / 150 PS / 110 kW 4200 engine revolutions and 340 Nm of torque at 2000 engine revolutions. Combined with a 5-speed automatic transmission, it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 9.8 seconds and reaches a top speed of 215 km/h. Its combined fuel consumption is 7.3 L/100km. The car has a length of 4818 mm, a width of 1822 mm, a height of 1452 mm and weighs 1565 kg, with a fuel tank of 65 liters.
Overview
| Model: | W211 E 220 CDI |
|---|---|
| Production year: | 2005 |
| Transmission: | Automatic with 5 gears |
| Starting price: | € 40,000 |
| Engine size: | 2.2 L |
| Max torque: | 340 Nm |
| Cylinders alignment: | Line 4 |
| Charge system: | Turbocharged |
| Displacement: | 2148 cm3 |
| Max power: | 148 PS / 150 hp / 110 kW |
| Fuel type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption: | 7.3 L/100km combined |
| Extra-urban: | 5.2-6.2 L/100km |
| City: | 9.1-10.9 L/100km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 3 |
| Body style: | Sedan |
| 0-80 km/h: | 6.3 s |
| 0-100 km/h: | 9.8 s |
| 0-160 km/h: | 27.6 s |
| 0-200 km/h: | 83.1 s |
| Top speed: | 215 km/h |
| Curb weight: | 1565 kg |
| Gross weight: | 2145 kg |
| Length: | 4818 mm |
| Width: | 1822 mm |
| Height: | 1452 mm |
| Fuel capacity: | 65 litra |
Expert reviews
Summary
The Mercedes-Benz E 220 CDI W211 (2005) offers an excellent combination of fuel efficiency, solid performance and comfort, making it a popular choice for long journeys. CDI engines are prized for their smoothness and reliability. However, early W211 models may have issues with the Sensotronic Brake Control (SBC) braking system and undercarriage corrosion. For buyers who are aware of these maintenance issues and can address them, the E 220 CDI remains a luxurious, economical and enjoyable car to drive.
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