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Mercedes-Benz E-Class Generation

Years1996–1999
BodyWagon
Variants44

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Generation is a wagon, produced 1996–1999. This generation includes 44 variants available in Petrol and Diesel, with outputs ranging from 125 to 354 hp. The quickest variant in this generation reaches 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds. Drive configurations available include REAR WHEEL DRIVE and ALL WHEEL DRIVE. Select a variant below to compare full specifications, or use the fuel filter to narrow the list by powertrain type.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class 1996 front view

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Generation44 variants

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Mercedes-Benz E 55 AMG Combi
5,439 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
354hp / 260 kW
5.9s
12.6l/100km
300g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 430 Avantgarde Combi
4,266 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
279hp / 205 kW
6.9s
11.4l/100km
271g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 430 Elegance Combi
4,266 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
279hp / 205 kW
6.9s
11.4l/100km
271g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 420 Avantgarde Combi
4,196 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
279hp / 205 kW
7.2s
13.6l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz E 420 Elegance Combi
4,196 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
279hp / 205 kW
7.2s
13.6l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz E 420 Classic Combi
4,196 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
279hp / 205 kW
7.2s
13.6l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz E 320 4Matic Avantgarde Combi
3,199 cc·Automatic·AWD·Petrol
224hp / 165 kW
8.8s
11.3l/100km
270g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 320 4Matic Elegance Combi
3,199 cc·Automatic·AWD·Petrol
224hp / 165 kW
8.8s
11.3l/100km
270g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 320 4Matic Classic Combi
3,199 cc·Automatic·AWD·Petrol
224hp / 165 kW
8.8s
11.3l/100km
270g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 320 Avantgarde Combi
3,199 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
224hp / 165 kW
8.5s
10.6l/100km
254g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 320 Elegance Combi
3,199 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
224hp / 165 kW
8.5s
10.6l/100km
254g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 320 Classic Combi
3,199 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
224hp / 165 kW
8.5s
10.6l/100km
254g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 280 4Matic Avantgarde Combi
2,799 cc·Automatic·AWD·Petrol
204hp / 150 kW
9.9s
11.2l/100km
267g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 280 4Matic Elegance Combi
2,799 cc·Automatic·AWD·Petrol
204hp / 150 kW
9.9s
11.2l/100km
267g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 280 4Matic Classic Combi
2,799 cc·Automatic·AWD·Petrol
204hp / 150 kW
9.9s
11.2l/100km
267g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 300 Turbo Diesel Avantgarde Combi
2,996 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
177hp / 130 kW
9.4s
8.6l/100km
228g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 300 Turbo Diesel Elegance Combi
2,996 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
177hp / 130 kW
9.4s
8.6l/100km
228g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 300 Turbo Diesel Classic Combi
2,996 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
177hp / 130 kW
9.4s
8.6l/100km
228g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 240 Avantgarde Combi
2,398 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
170hp / 125 kW
11.1s
10.7l/100km
256g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 240 Elegance Combi
2,398 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
170hp / 125 kW
11.1s
10.7l/100km
256g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 240 Classic Combi
2,398 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
170hp / 125 kW
11.1s
10.7l/100km
256g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 240 Classic Combi
2,398 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
170hp / 125 kW
10.5s
10.7l/100km
256g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 230 Avantgarde Combi
2,295 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
11.6s
10.0l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz E 230 Avantgarde Combi
2,295 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
11.2s
9.5l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz E 230 Elegance Combi
2,295 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
11.6s
10.0l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz E 230 Elegance Combi
2,295 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
11.2s
9.5l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz E 230 Classic Combi
2,295 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
11.6s
10.0l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz E 230 Classic Combi
2,295 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
11.2s
9.5l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz E 200 Avantgarde Combi
1,998 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
136hp / 100 kW
12.7s
9.9l/100km
233g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 200 Avantgarde Combi
1,998 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
136hp / 100 kW
12.2s
9.4l/100km
224g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 200 Elegance Combi
1,998 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
136hp / 100 kW
12.7s
9.9l/100km
233g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 200 Elegance Combi
1,998 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
136hp / 100 kW
12.2s
9.4l/100km
224g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 200 Classic Combi
1,998 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
136hp / 100 kW
12.7s
9.9l/100km
233g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 200 Classic Combi
1,998 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
136hp / 100 kW
12.2s
9.4l/100km
224g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 290 Turbo Diesel Avantgarde Combi
2,874 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
129hp / 95 kW
12.2s
7.6l/100km
200g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 290 Turbo Diesel Avantgarde Combi
2,874 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
129hp / 95 kW
12.2s
7.2l/100km
190g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 290 Turbo Diesel Elegance Combi
2,874 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
129hp / 95 kW
12.2s
7.6l/100km
200g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 290 Turbo Diesel Elegance Combi
2,874 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
129hp / 95 kW
12.2s
7.2l/100km
190g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 290 Turbo Diesel Classic Combi
2,874 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
129hp / 95 kW
12.2s
7.6l/100km
200g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 290 Turbo Diesel Classic Combi
2,874 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
129hp / 95 kW
12.2s
7.2l/100km
190g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 220 CDI Avantgarde Combi
2,151 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
125hp / 92 kW
12.0s
7.1l/100km
191g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 220 CDI Elegance Combi
2,151 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
125hp / 92 kW
12.0s
7.1l/100km
191g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 220 CDI Classic Combi
2,151 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
125hp / 92 kW
12.0s
7.1l/100km
191g/km
Mercedes-Benz E 220 CDI Classic Combi
2,151 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
125hp / 92 kW
11.7s
6.7l/100km
179g/km
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Updated Jun 2026 · Specifications sourced from manufacturer press releases and homologation documents.

Quick answers

What body type is the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Combi (1996-1999)?

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Combi (1996-1999) is a wagon. All 44 variants in this generation share this body configuration. Full specifications including dimensions, weight, and cargo volume are listed on each variant page.

How many variants does the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Combi (1996-1999) have?

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Combi (1996-1999) has 44 variants, each representing a distinct combination of engine output, transmission type, and equipment level. Browse the table below to compare power, acceleration, and consumption across all specs.

What years was the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Combi (1996-1999) produced?

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Combi (1996-1999) was produced 1996–1999. During this production run the model was offered with multiple engine options and powertrain configurations. All variants from this period remain indexed with their original manufacturer specifications.

What fuel types are available in the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Combi (1996-1999)?

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Combi (1996-1999) is available in Petrol, Diesel. Each fuel variant carries its own consumption rating, CO₂ output, and performance figures. Use the fuel filter above to narrow the list by powertrain type.