The V8 series of Mercedes M113 engines, which had a volume of 4.3, were manufactured between 1997 and 2008 and were fitted to the company’s biggest and priciest vehicles, including the W211, W219, W220, and W251. For AMG models, there were even more potent engine upgrades with 5.0 and 5.4 liter capacities.
M113 E43, M113 E50, M113 E55, M119 E42, M119 E50, M119 E60, M156, M157, M177, M273, and M278 are all members of the V8-family.
Specifications
| Production years | 1997-2008 |
| Displacement, cc | 4266 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 272 – 306 |
| Torque output, Nm | 390 – 410 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum V8 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 89.9 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 84 |
| Compression ratio | 10.0 |
| Features | no |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 8.0 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 2/3 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Mercedes S500 2004) — city — highway — combined |
18.0 8.7 11.9 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
| Weight, kg | 196 |
The engine was installed on:
- Mercedes C-Class W202 in 1997 – 2001;
- Mercedes CL-Class in 1999 – 2008;
- Mercedes CLK-Class C208 in 1998 – 2002; CLK-Class C209 in 2002 – 2006;
- Mercedes CLS-Class W219 in 2004 – 2006;
- Mercedes G-Class W463 in 1998 – 2008;
- Mercedes ML-Class W163 in 1999 – 2005; ML-Class W164 in 2005 – 2007;
- Mercedes S-Class W220 in 1998 – 2005;
- Mercedes SL-Class R230 in 2001 – 2006;
- SsangYong Chairman 2 (W) in 2008 – 2017.
Disadvantages of the M113 E43 engine
This family’s power units’ primary issue is their excessive oil consumption.
Hardened valve stem seals are typically the primary cause of the oil burner.
The lubricant pushes through gaskets or seals because the crankcase ventilation is contaminated.
Additionally, the heat exchanger and oil filter housing are frequently the source of leaks.
Crankshaft pulley destruction is another type of branded engine failure.