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    E 55 Powertrain & Performance

    Explore the powertrain & performance of Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 55
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    E 55

    5.4L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD

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    Catalytic Converter

    Type: 3-Way

    Emission Control Level

    Standard Met: Adr 79/01

    Engine

    Bore Engine: 97
    Engine (cc): 5439
    Compression Ratio: 10.5
    Engine Configuration: V
    Engine (L): 5.4
    Engine Location: Front
    Number of Cylinders: 8
    Number of Valves per Cylinder: 3
    Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
    Stroke Engine: 92
    Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam

    Fuel

    Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
    Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded

    Fuel System

    Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
    Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection

    Fuel Tanks

    Capacity Gal: 21.1
    Capacity (L): 80

    Oil Pressure

    Type: Warning Light

    Water Temperature

    Type: Gauge

    Performance

    Acceleration 0 to 1000 m: 24.8
    Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.7
    Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
    Maximum Speed (mph): 155

    Power

    Maximum Power (hp/PS): 354
    Maximum Power (kW): 260
    Maximum Torque (lb ft): 392
    Maximum Torque (Nm): 530
    Measurement Standard: EEC
    Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
    Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3000

    Drive

    Driven Wheels: Rear

    Electronic Traction Control

    Controlled By: Engine Management

    Transmission

    Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
    Lock Up Auto Only: yes
    Mode Select Auto Only: yes
    Number of Speeds: 5
    Type: Automatic

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