Mercedes-Benz · Wagon · 1995–2003
Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse W210 T-Modell
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
★★★★★
2.7 / 5.0 · Based on 13 engine variants Most Fun Engine
272–517 PS
4.3-5.4L V8 Benzin
V8 Entry in the W210 — Eight Cylinders, Zero Drama
Decent Most Reliable Engine
136–177 PS
3.0L R6 Diesel Diesel
7 weaknesses
Good Choice Problem Engine
143–204 PS
1.8L Kompressor Benzin
6 weaknesses
Stay Away!Engine Overview
The Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse W210 T-Modell is available with 15 engine variants — from 95 to 517 hp.
E 200 CDI
1998 2003
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
E 220 CDI Engine Change
1998 2003
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
1998 2003
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
E 220 D
1995 1999
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
E 250 D
1995 1999
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
E 270 CDI Engine Change
2000 2003
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
2000 2003
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
E 300 D
1995 1997
Good Choice 7 weaknesses
E 300 Turbodiesel
1996 1999
Good Choice 7 weaknesses
E 320 CDI Engine Change
2000 2003
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
2000 2003
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
AMG E 55
1997 2003
Be Careful 10 weaknesses
E 200
1995 2003
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
E 200 Kompressor
1997 2003
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
E 240 Engine Change
1997 2003
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
1997 2003
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
E 280 Engine Change
1996 2003
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
1996 2003
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
E 320 Engine Change
1997 2003
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
1997 2003
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
E 430
1997 2003
Be Careful 10 weaknesses
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Widespread rust due to defective paint process Bacterial contamination in the electrophoretic coating bath compromised paint adhesion. Rust appears on doors, roof, boot lid and trim strips. Mercedes offered goodwill repairs. Symptoms: Rust bubbles on doors and roof even on young vehicles, brown stains under trim strips from 80,000 km | High | |
| Rust on Wheel Arches and Underbody Wheel arches, sills and strut towers rust heavily. Hidden rust forms beneath the sill cladding. Symptoms: Paint blisters on wheel arches and sills, visible rust under sill cladding. from 120,000 km | High |
Frequently Asked Questions
What problems and weaknesses does the Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse W210 T-Modell have? +
The Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse W210 as T-Modell has 94 known weaknesses, 7 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Good Choice: OM606 (3.0L R6 Diesel).
Is the Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse W210 T-Modell worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse W210 T-Modell — 3 of 13 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'.
Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee