The Mercedes-Benz W211 series entered production in 2002. They are sold under the E-Class model names. The W211 models replaced the W210 E-Class models.

The W211 E-Class continues the line's push upmarket. The W211-based W219 CLS-Class was new for 2005. In 2001 Mercedes made a facelift for the W210 which began the launch of the W211.

Range

In common with many Mercedes-Benz models, there is a wider range of engines available in Europe than the United States and other markets. Currently (2007), the following models / engine combinations are available in Germany:

Model	Engine type	Capacity (cc)	Power (kW)	Drive	Estate version
E200 CDI	4-cyl Diesel	2148	100	RWD	No
E 220 CDI	4-cyl Diesel	2148	125	RWD	Yes
E 280 CDI	V6 Diesel	2987	140	RWD & 4WD	Yes
E 320 CDI	V6 diesel	2986	165	RWD & 4WD	Yes
E 420 CDI	V8 Diesel	3996	231	RWD	No
E 200 NGT	4-cyl Petrol	1796	120	RWD	No
E 200 KOMPRESSOR	4-cyl Petrol	1796	135	RWD	Yes
E 230	V6 Petrol	2496	150	RWD	No
E 280	V6 Petrol	2996	170	RWD & 4WD	Yes
E 350	V6 Petrol	3498	200	RWD & 4WD	Yes
E 500	V8 Petrol	5461	285	RWD & 4WD	Yes
E 55	V8 Petrol	5461	420	RWD	Yes
E63 AMG	V8 Petrol	6208	378	RWD	Yes

Engines

Engine	Cyl.	Power (PS)	Torque (Nm)
1.8 16V K	S4	163	240
2.6 18V	V6	177	240
1.8 16V K	S4	184	250
2.5 24V	V6	204	245
3.2 18V	V6	224	315
3.0 24V	V6	231	300
3.5 24V	V6	272	350
5.0 24V	V8	306	460
5.5 32V	V8	388	530
5.5 24V S/C	V8	476	700
6.3 32V AMG	V8	514	630
2.2 16V CDI	S4	122	270
2.2 16V CDI	S4	136	340
2.2 16V CDI	S4	150	340
2.2 16V CDI	S4	170	400
2.7 20V CDI	S5	177	400
3.2 24V CDI	S6	177	425
3.0 24V CDI	V6	190	400
3.0 24V CDI	V6	190	440
3.2 24V CDI	S6	204	500
3.0 24V CDI	V6	224	510
3.0 24V CDI	V6	224	540
4.0 32V CDI	V8	260	560
4.0 32V CDI	V8	314	730

E550

The E550 is a new model for 2007 with the 5.5 L M273 V8 engine from the S550. This engine produces 388 PS (382 hp/285 kW) and 391 ft·lbf (530 N·m). This model is sold as E500 on some markets, in tradition of the "E500" brand originated by the W124 500E/E500.

E63 AMG

The E63 AMG is a new model for 2007 offered in Sedan and Wagon body styles. It features an AMG designed and built 6,208-cc, DOHC, 32-valve V-8. This engine has a high-pressure die-cast alloy cylinder block with twin-wire arc spray coated running surfaces. It develops net horse power of 507 hp @ 6,800 rpm and net torque 465 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm. Compression ratio is 11.3:1. According to many auto journalists, the E63 AMG is the quickest production sports sedan in the world. Both the Sedan and Wagon reach 60 mph from a stanstill in 4 seconds flat. The main reason for the power upgrade from the E55 AMG is directly related to BMW's introduction of the 500 hp M5, and the release of the 2007 Audi RS6, boasting in excess of 550 hp.