In January 2002, the Mercedes-Benz concern began serial production restyled E-class models W211 series. In 2009, the Mercedes W211 series was replaced upgraded model successor to the W212 series. The Mercedes E-class of the W211 series was available in two body modifications: a four-door sedan (W211) and a five-door station wagon (S211). On the platform of the E-class of the W211 series, a modification of the "4-door coupe" was built, brought into an individual model niche and sold under brand Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class W219.

Launched on the market in 2002, the Mercedes E-Class W211 series was a logical continuation of the development of the previous model. Work on the modernization of the E-class family began in 1997. final draft restyling was approved in 1999. During the development of the W211 series, the company Daimler Benz registered dozens of patents. Many innovative developments in 2000 they were implemented in the E500 project. For the W211 series, restyling work lasted more than 48 months and ended in 2001. The total amount of funds spent on development and implementation in production upgraded version E-class series W211, amounted to more than 2 billion euros. Summer 2001 mercedes-benz e-class W211 went into pilot production. The debut of the Mercedes E W211 model took place as part of the international auto show in Brussels in January 2002. Before the start of North American sales, DaimlerBenz held a large-scale PR campaign. New car Mercedes-Benz E-Class W211 "lit up" in the popular sci-fi blockbuster "Men in Black II".

Salon Mercedes E class W211 has not undergone significant changes compared to the pre-styling model. instrument panel with delicate light gray illumination. The information pictograms of the center console are highlighted in red. Climate system four-zone with controller set temperature. The control keys are duplicated on the steering wheel. On the ceiling are two large ceiling lamps with a yellow edging-backlight. Ceiling lamps can be switched on both synchronously and separately. washer button xenon headlights located to the left of the steering column at the bottom of the panel. active headlights in dark time days direct the light beam in the direction of turning the steering wheel.

In 2007, the Mercedes-Benz E W211 underwent a facelift. The upgraded E-class W211 series was presented at the New York international motor show 2006. The Mercedes concern announced the introduction of new quality and safety standards into the production of its cars. The W211 has changed the shape of the front optics, front bumper, rear lights and steering wheel. Mercedes E class W211 received extended basic equipment and optional equipment. In models Mercedes E-class W211 2007 model range there was no Sensotronic system, the production of which was discontinued due to numerous complaints about incorrect work software. Clients were offered a comprehensive interactive Pre-Safe system. A total of 29 E-Class trims were available - 16 for E-class sedans W211 and 13 series for station wagons E-Class Mercedes S211 series. In addition to the standard safety kit, the set of standard equipment of the Mercedes E-Klasse includes the components of the Pre-Safe complex: active protection, adaptive head restraints, flashing brake lights, tire pressure monitoring. As an additional option, the Intelligent Light System was offered, including bi-xenon headlights and 5 different lighting functions.

From 2006 to 2009 based on the E-Class Mercedes-Benz series W211 produced an armored version of the Mercedes-Benz E-Guard with a protection level of category B4. Ruler power units included engines: E320 CDI, E350 and E500. All special vehicles had reinforced reinforced elements made of high-strength steel alloys. The Michelin MOExtended complex was standardly provided in the safety kit - with a pressure loss warning system and the ability to drive on a flat tire at speeds up to 150 miles per hour (240 km / h).

From 2007 to 2009, a modification built on base Mercedes E-Class W211 series - Mercedes E320 Bluetec with direct injection engine and automatic transmission 7G-Tronic transmissions. In Europe, the version under the brand name Mercedes E300 Blue TEC went on sale in 2008. Unlike the American version, the European version of the E-Klasse Blue TEC was equipped with standard motors, and the name "Bluetec" was used for consistency between gasoline and diesel versions in the nomenclature.

At the end of 2008, the press service of Mercedes-Benz announced the withdrawal of the Mercedes E W211 model from model line in connection with its replacement with a restyled Mercedes-Benz version E-Class W212 series. In Russia, for a Mercedes E-class of the W211 series, the price ranged from $55,500 to $157,000. In total, for the entire period of production of the E-class of the W211 series from 2002 to 2009, 1,500,000 copies of the car were assembled, of which 1,270,000 were sedan (W211) and 230,000 station wagon (S211).

Mercedes Benz in the back of the W211 was introduced back in 2002 and became the third generation of the E-class car. The car was presented in a sedan body. Later in February 2003, a station wagon body also appeared. Even later, on the W211 platform, there was a four-door coupe C219 in the CLS class. Mercedes-Benz cars in the back of the W211 were produced until 2009, until it was replaced by a car in the back of the W212. On April 12, 2006, a restyled version of the W211 was presented at the New York Auto Show, which, in addition to external changes model, could also boast of updates in the technical part, which made it possible to solve many problems of the pre-styling version of the car. Also, along with the restyling of the model, several new power plants were introduced. Over the entire history of the production of the Mercedes W211, more than 1.5 million cars have been sold worldwide, of which about 1.27 million units. sedans and 0.23 mln. generalists. Of the total number of cars sold, 60% are cars with petrol engines.

What are the differences between restyling and pre-styling Mercedes-Benz W211

The main differences concerned appearance car: both bumpers, radiator grille, headlights, as well as plastic sills and trim on the trunk lid have changed shape. Rear lights became LED, and side mirrors have become asymmetrically angular and are now attached to the door frame with one elegant rack. As for the interior, there are not so many changes. It can be noted that the updated wheel, which, in addition to the updated design, received more convenient control buttons for numerous onboard systems. Now to technical changes. Instead of the Sensotronic Brake Control (SBC) electro-hydraulic brake system, which proved to be not very reliable on the pre-styling version of the car, Mercedes-Benz engineers installed a simple hydraulic system ABR. Modernizations have undergone steering, pendant. Even basic configurations The restyled W211 began to be equipped with a wide variety of various electronic security systems, such as: a collision risk reduction system (Pre-Safe), headrests with NECK-PRO technology, a tire pressure monitoring system. The pre-styling engines have been updated and new options for power plants have been added. It also appeared new automatic transmission with seven steps 7G-Tronic. In addition, with the advent of the restyled model, buyers have more options in the choice of body color, interior upholstery, etc.

Petrol engines

On pre-styling cars, the main engines were engines from the M112, M113 and M271 series. Since 2005, to replace the obsolete gasoline M112, M113, which were even installed on latest models Mercedes W210, new series of M272 and M273 engines began to arrive.

Engines from the M271 series are the most common on Mercedes in the back of the W211. One of these is a compressor engine with port injection fuel volume of 1.8 liters (M272E18) and pre-styling power of 163hp (modification M271.941) for the E200 Kompressor. After restyling, its power was increased to 184hp (modification M271.956). The dynamics of a car with this engine is not too impressive, depending on the type of gearbox, the acceleration range to 100 km / h varies from 9.1 to 9.9 seconds. up to 100 km/h.




Also in this series of engines there were modifications with direct injection fuel (DE), which were sold only in the EU. This is a 1.8l engine. in modification M271.942 and with a power of 170 hp. under the hood. Cars with this engine on the trunk lid had additional index in the CGI model notation.

The M112 and M113 series engines had six and eight cylinders respectively. The engines of these series have three-valve block heads. There are two spark plugs for each cylinder. The engines of these series are quite reliable and unpretentious. Their main problem is oil consumption, the cause of which can be both various worn gaskets and problems in the operation of the ventilation system. crankcase gases. Details about problem areas motors of the M112 and M113 series can be read. These problems are the same for all sizes of these series.




From the M112 series, there were three types of engines that were installed on Mercedes-Benz in the back of the W211. This is a very rare engine for 211 bodies with a volume of 2.4 liters (modification M112.911) with a power of 170 hp. at 5900 rpm for MB E240, engine with a volume of 2.6l. and power 177l.s. at 5750 rpm in modifications M112.913 and M112.917 for MB E240 and E240 4Matic, respectively. And another motor of the M112 series, but with a volume of 3.2 liters. and with maximum power 224hp at 5600 rpm in modifications M112.949 and M112.954 for MB E320 and E320 4Matic, respectively.

V8 from the M113 series, which is structurally identical to the V6 engine, had a volume of 5.0 liters and 306 hp. at 5600 rpm. This engine had two modifications: M113.967 and M113.969 for MB E500 and E500 4Matic, respectively. To this day, the five-liter engine is considered one of the most reliable and desirable for all admirers of the Mercedes-Benz brand.

Don't forget to mention the V8 engine that was installed in the Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG... It's a 2003 5.4 liter M113ML55 engine paired with an "IHI Corporation" supercharger. The engine + compressor duo produced a maximum power of 476 hp. at 6100 rpm. and maximum torque of 700Nm at 2650 rpm. The MB E55 AMG model was produced only with a 5-speed automatic transmission "AMG SpeedShift" - this is a 5G-Tronic version with mechanical interlock torque converter from first gear, as well as with the ability to shift gears using the steering wheel. Acceleration to hundreds of E55 AMG according to various sources is achieved within 4.5-4.7s. tailgate V8 KOMPRESSOR ended in 2006.




In 2005 began scheduled replacement series gasoline engines on the 211th body. This means that a small number of pre-styling W211 cars are traveling around the world, but with engines of new generations M272 and M273. The main difference between the new series and the old ones is the cylinder lining not with a cast iron alloy, but with silumin. The basis of this casting alloy is aluminum with the addition of silicon. On the one hand, silumin sleeves are more durable, and on the other hand, they are more fragile and are severely damaged from interaction with solid particles. It is very important that vehicles with such engines are serviced in a timely manner and receive good fuel and oil. On the new series, 4 valves and one spark plug per cylinder were installed. Engines of the M272 and M273 series are considered by their owners to be quite hemorrhoids, tk. they have a lot of typical problems and sores. This and sprocket wear balance shaft on V6 and bypass circuit on V8, oil leaks and burns, as well as failure of movable dampers intake manifold. But in terms of dynamics, economy and environmental friendliness, the new series of engines, of course, surpass their predecessors.




From the M272 engine series, the following were installed power plants: engine with a volume of 2.5 liters, modification M272.922 with a maximum power of 204 hp. at 6100 rpm for MB E230, a 3.0-liter engine in the M272.943 modification with a power of 231 hp. at 6000 rpm for MB E280, 3.5 liter engine, 272 hp at 6000 rpm with multiport fuel injection in modifications M272.964 and M272.972 for MB E350 and E350 4Matic, respectively. Also, a 3.5-liter engine, 292 hp was installed on the MB E350 CGI. at 6400 rpm, but with direct fuel injection.

The V8 engine from the M273 series had a volume of 5.5 liters, 388 hp. at 6000 rpm, in modifications M273.960 and M273.962 for MB E550 and E550 4Matic respectively.

IN 2007 model year for changing Mercedes-Benz car The E55 AMG came with the E63 AMG with a V8 engine and a displacement of 6.2 liters. Max speed 514 HP at 6800 rpm, max. torque is 630Nm at 5200 rpm. The engine was paired with a seven-speed 7-tronic automatic transmission. All this in the complex gave acceleration to hundreds in 4.4 seconds. This model issued until 2009.

Diesel engines

On the Russian market used cars Mercedes-Benz W211 with diesel plant is not presented too widely, so let's briefly touch on the topic of diesel engines - we will talk about which diesel engines of a car can be considered as a purchase option, and which ones are better not to mess with. The most reliable diesel engines can be called engines with volumes of 2.1 liters. These are pre-styling engines with 122 hp. at 4200 rpm (modification OM646.951) and 150 hp at the same speed (OM646.961) for the E200 cdi and E220 cdi, respectively, as well as restyled ones with 136 hp. at 3900 rpm (OM646.820) and 170 hp at 3800 rpm. (OM646.821) for E200 cdi and E220 cdi respectively. With high mileage (over 180-220 thousand km.), Injectors and high-pressure fuel pumps can deliver problems. Also, over time, oil leaks from under the cylinder head may occur.

The engine has a volume of 2.7 liters. (OM647.961) with 177 HP for the E270 cdi, nozzles are often capricious. As a rule, the problem is solved only by replacing them with new ones. Also, the cooling pump fails somewhere on the runs of 80-100 thousand km.




You should not stop at in-line as your choice six-cylinder engines with a volume of 3.2 liters, a power of 177 hp (OM648.961) for the MB E280 CDI and a power of 204 hp. (OM648.961) for MB E320 CDI. The diesel particulate filter causes many problems due to the flooding of a bad solarium. Replacing the particulate filter is an expensive undertaking. Also often there are problems with the cooling system. In 2005, the OM648 engines were replaced by new ones - these are 3.0-liter with 190 hp (OM642.920 - rear drive, OM642.921 - 4Matic) and 224 hp. (OM642.920 - rear wheel drive, OM642.910 - 4Matic). The engines of the OM642 series, of course, turned out to be more interesting than their predecessor - the fact that the engine has become a V-shaped is already a pleasant trifle. But he also has typical problems. Sooner or later, any OM642 owner will not get around the following problems:

1. Due to the ingress of oil, the actuator dies (the motor for controlling the intake manifold dampers). This happens due to the fact that the actuator is located under the turbine inlet pipe, and oil from the crankcase gas system almost always oozes from the seal of this pipe. Here, either carefully monitor the sealing of the pipe and change it if necessary, or attach an oil catcher.

2. There are cases of chipping off small fragments exhaust manifold, which leads to their entry into the turbine, which begins to break down.

3. particulate filter just like on the OM649 series, sooner or later it will be asked for a replacement.

4. USR. it typical problem any diesel engine With high mileage. If the EGR does not work correctly, then over time the turbine, intake manifold flaps become dirty, which will have to be cleaned for the normal operation of the power plant.

Engines with eight cylinders and volumes of 4.0 liters. still have big problems than smaller counterparts. We are talking about modifications OM628.961 and OM629.910 for the E400 CDI and E420 CDI, respectively. These engines have problems with the timing system, fuel injectors, which are very capricious to the quality of diesel fuel. Frequent problem is the failure of the USR and the turbine. Due to the high torque of these engines, the operation of the automatic transmission is very short-lived.

transmissions

Mercedes-Benz all-wheel drive system - 4Matic is quite reliable. On condition timely replacements and oil level control in bridges and razdatka will not be a problem. The drive on 4Matics is permanent and does not have any locks.




A six-speed manual transmission was installed on the MB W211. As a rule, manual transmission was installed on engines with low power. The clutch, if the operation is correct, takes care of 150-200 thousand km before replacement. It is recommended to change the oil in a manual transmission at least once every 80 thousand km. km.

A five-speed automatic transmission (5G-Tronic, series 722.6) was also installed on the W211 body. Very reliable box if the oil was changed regularly (every 60 thousand km) and it was not raped. Of course, provided it is used on powerful motors, its resource drops. This box it was also installed on the previous W210 body, and therefore, all her sores of a young age were run in to the new body, identified and corrected. The resource of 5st-automatic transmission is 150 thousand km. km. characteristic of V6 engines. Due to the fact that the automatic transmission software uses an incomplete torque converter lock-up, the wear of the “donut” for this run is quite normal. In addition to the "donut", other parts of the machine begin to mope, so it is very important to monitor the cleanliness of the oil and change it in a timely manner. On vehicles up to 04.2004 due to a defect oil cooler boxes, there was a problem of mixing coolant with automatic transmission oil.




Starting in 2003, Mercedes began to gradually introduce a new 7-speed automatic transmission to its cars. If we talk about the W211, then for the first time this automatic transmission was installed on the E500. Then already for some other modifications - somewhere it was installed in the database, somewhere optional. On the W211, 7G-Tronic was installed on following models: E230, E280, E350, E350CGI, E500, E63 AMG, E280CDI, E320CDI, E420CDI. The automatic transmission itself, despite the fact that two additional new gears appeared, increased its weight by only 1.8 kg. and this is due to the fact that it is made of ultra-light magnesium alloy. The first samples of this box were not reliable, the owners quite often experienced shocks when switching. Dealers under warranty changed the valve body. Later special problems with this box was not observed - there were rare cases shocks when switching, but they were solved by flashing the automatic transmission software. It also happens that the automatic transmission periodically flew into emergency mode, which was reset by restarting the engine - this problem was solved by replacing the valve body board.

After holding out on the conveyor for four years, Mercedes-Benz E-class not only managed to sell almost a million pieces, but also acquired an irresistible desire to visit a beautician and pump up muscles.

The beautician was not surprised by the arrival of the "big-eyed": he urgently needed to correct his appearance. What is the result of plastic surgery? Emphasis on foglights with now fashionable chrome edging ... Maybe this is subjective, but such pseudo-metal props seem superfluous to me. It cannot be said, however, that the innovation hurts the eye, because otherwise - full order. The face was lifted up in the truest sense of the word. The car itself in the course of improvements was visually lightened, became more elegant. In general, it turned out beautifully. It's time for the gym.

To the sound of “pancakes” and the sniffling of sweaty athletes behind the doors of the “rocking chair”, the E320 (224 hp) disappeared. But then the doors opened, and the world saw the now 272-horsepower E350. Overeat protein and other versions popular car. For example, the E500 now flaunts a 5.5-liter "eight" (the same has the SL 500). Not without amplification in the diesel mill.

Today, a pumped handsome man is at my disposal. I remember that a few years ago I dealt with a pre-styling version - it was a little weaker, but with all-wheel drive. Mercedes was good for everyone, but according to a long tradition of the brand, he kept his distance with the driver. The company now claims that updated version quite another. It turns out that in addition to weightlifting, she also secretly did rhythmic gymnastics ...

A comprehensive program of fine-tuning handling is called Direct Control and includes, for example, steering sharpened by 10%, newly developed silent blocks of levers (improve exchange rate stability), in the Elegance and Avantgarde versions - additional "buffer" springs, which effectively (tested) dampen the lateral buildup in the turn. Suspension settings have been comprehensively changed ...

And what would you think? There is almost no trace left of the former detachment! Updated sedan as if glued to the road, even with the poor quality of the coating. And readily communicates with the driver. He absolutely does not care about chips, potholes, ruts. The suspension is tuned almost perfectly and provides maximum comfort behind the wheel and in the passenger seat. At the same time, the reactions became more acute, it became more interesting to drive the car.

Seriously enhanced brake system. The model tried on the Adaptive Brake system from its older brother, the S-class. Brakes equipped electronic system control, and brake lights when emergency braking begin to flash alarmingly, which increases the reaction of those driving behind (by 0.2 seconds) and, as a result, gives more than a five-meter gain when braking from a speed of 100 km / h. Both win.

But the customers win the most updated E-class. Whatever they say, the three-beam star is still the leader in the business class segment. In terms of consumer qualities, the E-class will overcome any rival. In addition, he rejuvenated and gained strength. It's time for competitors to take care of their health.

Will the Mercedes E 200 be able to defend the honor of the brand?

What is Mercedes-Benz? The perfect combination of prestige, comfort and driving performance? The unique magic of a three-pointed star? There is an opinion that a person who has traveled by Mercedes-Benz will never want to change to a car of another brand. Is it so? Let's check!

Black sedan lurking on underground parking, gleaming with reflections of lighting lanterns on sleek sides. Handsome! Restyling clearly benefited the current "yeshke" and added dynamism to the elegant look - this is the merit of the new radiator grille and front bumper. A great combination of solidity and swiftness! We were only embarrassed by the unusually small (for a business class sedan) 16-inch wheels: I had to go around the back of the car in search of a nameplate. Oh my God! What's this? E200 Kompressor, basic version! Well, the more interesting it will be to find out whether the most cheap E-class defend the honor of the brand.