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features & specs
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| OVERVIEW | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 | 19 | 21 |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Basic Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Base Engine Type | gas | gas | gas |
| Total Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 | V6 |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| COLORS | E430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E430 Rwd 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Colors | | | |
| Interior Colors | | | |
| Safety | E430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E430 Rwd 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 front headrests | true | true | true |
| 3 rear headrests | true | true | true |
| child seat anchors | true | true | true |
| dual front and dual rear side-mounted airbags | true | true | true |
| electronic brakeforce distribution | true | true | true |
| engine immobilizer | true | true | true |
| front and rear head airbags | true | true | true |
| front fog/driving lights | true | true | true |
| front seatbelt pretensioners | true | true | true |
| high pressure washers headlights | true | true | true |
| remote anti-theft alarm system | true | true | true |
| stability control | true | true | true |
| traction control | true | true | true |
| 4-wheel ABS | true | true | true |
| Emergency braking assist | true | true | true |
| Emergency interior trunk release | true | true | true |
| Rear center 3-point belt | true | true | true |
| Turn signal mirrors | true | true | true |
| Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes | true | true | true |
| Comfort & Convenience | E430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E430 Rwd 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| cruise control | true | true | true |
| front and rear cupholders | true | true | true |
| front and rear door pockets | true | true | true |
| remote trunk release | true | true | true |
| speed-proportional power steering | true | true | true |
| tilt and telescopic steering wheel | true | true | true |
| universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.) | true | true | true |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | true | true | true |
| electrochromatic inside rearview mirror | true | true | true |
| front reading lights | true | true | true |
| interior air filtration | true | true | true |
| leather steering wheel | true | true | true |
| leather trim on shift knob | true | true | true |
| turn signal in mirrors | true | true | true |
| wood trim on center console | true | true | true |
| wood trim on dash | true | true | true |
| wood trim on doors | true | true | true |
| Climate control | true | true | true |
| Dual illuminating vanity mirrors | true | true | true |
| Rear floor mats | true | true | true |
| Fuel & MPG | E430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E430 Rwd 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 | 19 | 21 |
| EPA mileage est. (city/hwy) | 16/21 mpg | 16/23 mpg | 18/26 mpg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 21.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| range in miles (city/hwy) | 337.6/443.1 mi. | 337.6/485.3 mi. | 379.8/548.6 mi. |
| Engine | E430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E430 Rwd 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base engine size | 4.3 L | 4.3 L | 3.2 L |
| Base engine type | gas | gas | gas |
| Cam type | Single overhead cam (SOHC) | Single overhead cam (SOHC) | Single overhead cam (SOHC) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 | V6 |
| Horsepower | 275 hp @ 5750 rpm | 275 hp @ 5750 rpm | 221 hp @ 5600 rpm |
| Torque | 295 ft-lbs. @ 3000 rpm | 295 ft-lbs. @ 3000 rpm | 232 ft-lbs. @ 3000 rpm |
| Valves | 24 | 24 | 18 |
| Measurements | E430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E430 Rwd 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curb weight | 3810 lbs. | 3624 lbs. | 3491 lbs. |
| Gross weight | 5027 lbs. | 4873 lbs. | 4763 lbs. |
| Height | 56.7 in. | 56.7 in. | 56.7 in. |
| Length | 189.4 in. | 189.4 in. | 189.4 in. |
| wheelbase | 111.5 in. | 111.5 in. | 111.5 in. |
| Width | 70.8 in. | 70.8 in. | 70.8 in. |
| Turning circle | 37.1 ft. | 37.1 ft. | 37.1 ft. |
| Front Seats | E430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E430 Rwd 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-way power driver seat | true | true | true |
| 10-way power passenger seat | true | true | true |
| bucket front seats | true | true | true |
| leather | true | true | true |
| front headroom | 37.6 in. | 37.6 in. | 37.6 in. |
| front hiproom | 54.9 in. | 54.9 in. | 54.9 in. |
| front legroom | 41.3 in. | 41.3 in. | 41.3 in. |
| Front shoulder room | 56.3 in. | 56.3 in. | 56.3 in. |
| Rear Seats | E430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E430 Rwd 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| folding with storage center armrest | true | true | true |
| rear headroom | 37.2 in. | 37.2 in. | 37.2 in. |
| rear hiproom | 55.9 in. | 55.9 in. | 55.9 in. |
| rear legroom | 36.1 in. | 36.1 in. | 36.1 in. |
| Rear shoulder room | 57.1 in. | 57.1 in. | 57.1 in. |
| Drive Train | E430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E430 Rwd 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| full time 4WD | true | false | false |
| mechanical center differential | true | false | false |
| Drive type | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Power Features | E430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E430 Rwd 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 one-touch power windows | true | true | true |
| remote keyless power door locks | true | true | true |
| Heated mirrors | true | true | true |
| Power mirrors | true | true | true |
| Reverse tilt passenger mirror provides curb view when vehicle in reverse | true | true | true |
| Instrumentation | E430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E430 Rwd 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| tachometer | true | true | true |
| trip computer | true | true | true |
| Suspension | E430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E430 Rwd 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| four-wheel independent suspension | true | true | true |
| In-Car Entertainment | E430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E430 Rwd 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 total speakers | true | true | true |
| Bose premium brand speakers | true | true | false |
| AM/FM stereo | true | true | true |
| Warranty | E430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E430 Rwd 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| powertrain | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Free Maintenance | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Rust | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Tires and Wheels | E430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E430 Rwd 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | E320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| alloy wheels | true | true | true |
| fullsize matching spare tire | true | true | true |
| 17 x 7.5-in. wheels | true | true | false |
| 235/45R W tires | true | true | false |
| Alloy spare wheel | true | true | true |
| Performance tires | true | true | false |
| 16 x 7.5-in. wheels | false | false | true |
| 215/55R H tires | false | false | true |
| all-season tires | false | false | true |