The Mercedes 210 is a business class car that replaces the famous and legendary Mercedes w124. This model was published from 1995 to 2002 inclusively as a sedan and station wagon (designated S210). A lot can be said about this car.
Design experiment
“Mercedes 210” is a pretty original car in terms of body and exterior. Designers in the image of this model embodied their unusual ideas, which were never typical for Mercedes. This is a model equipped with double oval headlights. They determined the appearance of a number of machines of this company. As a matter of fact, W210 is the only version where you can notice such a solution.
Four years later, in 1999, it was decided to upgrade the body. The car found a new hood with an improved radiator grille, updated bumpers, taillights and headlights, plus everything else, mirror housings with turn indicators. Interestingly, the Mercedes 210 is a car with a load-bearing body, distinguished by a classic layout. The motor is located at the front, and the drive is located on the rear wheels. Since 1998, the concern has been producing four-wheel drive versions marked 4Matic.
Interior
Inside, everything is decorated, of course, in the best traditions of the Mercedes-Benz brand. The interior is similar to the one possessed by the classic version of W124. On the dashboard, right under the speedometer appeared a fairly wide multi-function display on-board computer. The manufacturers also decided to place convenient buttons for controlling the audio system, mobile phone and navigation on the steering wheel. Still new at that time, Mercedes-Benz acquired a five-speed automatic transmission equipped with a manual gearshift function. And the manufacturers decided that the W210 will already have an ESP system as standard.
The interior looks good, stylish, strict, but with taste. Materials, of course, were used only the best, high-quality, wear-resistant. And, of course, one cannot fail to note the comfortable seats, in which both the driver and passengers feel great.
It is also worth noting that the car interior has a stylish aluminum trim with the signature Mercedes-Benz label. Air conditioning, airbags, climate control, a steering wheel and headrests adjustable in all directions, heated seats and windows (both frontal and rear), curtains and much more - all this, of course, is in the vehicle’s configuration. So the ride is not only fast, but also comfortable and safe.
Specifications
“Mercedes 210” received independent suspension. There was a double-lever front and a five-lever rear. Each of the above was equipped with anti-roll bars.
In this model, “Mercedes-Benz” for the first time decided to use a V6-motor. They were asked to replace the “native” eight and six. The new power unit, developed by the Stuttgart concern, could generate power of 204 horsepower and accelerated to a hundred kilometers in less than seven seconds. This engine was a success. That is why other motors began to appear a little later. The most powerful was considered an atmospheric power unit, the volume of which was 5.4 liters. E55 AMG also enjoyed success .
Especially for the North American market, the concern released two diesel engines, among which was a turbocharged engine and an atmospheric version. Very economical three-liter power units. But in 2000, diesel engines ceased to be produced. “Mercedes 210” was made exclusively with gasoline. In the period from 2000 to 2002, something new appeared. And these were Common Rail powertrains equipped with a direct fuel injection system. And in diesel engines! A completely new solution, embodied in a car like the Mercedes 210. Thanks to this, diesel has become even more popular.
Gasoline options
Mercedes W210 has a fairly wide range of engines. There are only 12 gasoline units, diesel is a little less - eight. Total - twenty different options! The E200 is considered the “weakest” gasoline engine: its volume is two liters, and its capacity is 136 “horses”. Cars with this engine were released for five years. The most powerful option, as already mentioned, is the E55 AMG, and one step below this unit is the E430 4.3-liter, 297-horsepower. There is an analogue - E420, its volume differs only slightly - 4.2 liters, otherwise the characteristics are the same.
The most powerful diesel engine is the E320 CDI for 197 “horses”, followed by the turbocharged E300 with 177 liters. from. In general, the line is not poor, so each model had its own buyer.
Model enhancement
Every year, manufacturers released more and more new versions. Specialists constantly discovered some defects and corrected them, believing that there was no limit to perfection. The right approach, since otherwise the same diesel engines and the AMG version would not have appeared.
Developers especially tried in 1999. Then they revealed many assembly defects and made a cardinal update, eliminating almost all the shortcomings. In addition, the power of many engines was increased. The most recent change occurred in 2000. Then on the M111 model E200, it was decided to install a supercharger. And this is the only one in the Compressor series. Then, in 2000, an improved, modernized version came to light, which became known as the Millennium. Under the hood, he could have installed M112 or M113.
About Transmission
“Mercedes E-Class 210” could be equipped with a 5- or 4-speed automatic (like its predecessor W124). Two years after the start of production, a new, five-speed transmission equipped with electronic control was installed. What can be said about this? This innovation (such a transmission can be called) was first installed on the 1996 model - on the W140. Then it was a novelty. Today, many Daimler AG vehicles are equipped with such a gearbox.
By the way, at that time the concern even developed gearbox oil. It significantly increased the life of the transmission. The owners of this model were satisfied with the company's decision to create a special oil. If you change it every 130,000 kilometers (plus or minus 20,000), then the gearbox will last forever.
Amg
Every person who understands cars, seeing this abbreviation, understands - he is waiting for a special “Mercedes”. The 210 body also has an AMG version. Tuning studio, which is a division of Mercedes, brought the car to perfection (as they believe). AMG versions used four engines. The first version of the car from the studio appeared a year after the start of production in 1996. Under the hood of the car, an engine known as the M104.995 thundered. Then the studio provided attention to potential buyers of the E50 AMG. This model was produced only for one year. But the crown of creation was the 354-horsepower 5.5-liter E55 AMG.
By the way, the studio also released a special top-end version. It was made exclusively to order. And that was the Mercedes E60 AMG. His engine was the most powerful and he produced 381 horsepower.
About cost
Well, everyone knows that the Mercedes W210 is no longer new, but the name does not turn out to be old. This car belongs to the category of German classics, which many people value, respect, love. Many still want to buy a “big-eyed” in their use, because the car is really good. What can be said about the cost of a car like the Mercedes 210? The price of this car in good condition will not be cheap, despite the fact that the car in any case for more than 15 years. So, for example, a version with a 3-liter 231-horsepower gasoline engine in good condition can cost about 950,000 rubles. And this is almost a million! A more “adult” model, 1997, for example, will cost much cheaper - 300,000 rubles. But the technical specifications will be appropriate. For the price you can buy a 2.4-liter version with an automatic transmission and a fairly high mileage.
In general, the Mercedes W210 can be found at a very reasonable price. It is only necessary to determine your requirements and the amount that a person is willing to give for a Mercedes.