Mercedes C 240 2004 4Matic

Mercedes C class 2004 2.6 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes C 240 2004 4Matic has been produced from March, 2004 to July, 2005. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.6 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 240 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 18-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes C class 2.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

Mercedes C 240 2004 4Matic has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes C 240 2004 4Matic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 232 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mercedes C 240 2004 4Matic in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 10.6 litres per 100km (9.4 km/l), city fuel economy - 14.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 740 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Mercedes C class fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other Mercedes C class versions - with rear wheel drive and manual gearbox (Mercedes C 240 2004 MT), and with rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (Mercedes C 240 2004 AT) available:
  • Mercedes C 240 2004 MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.8 seconds faster (in 9.2 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 10.7 litres per 100 km
  • Mercedes C 240 2004 AT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.5 seconds faster (in 9.5 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 10.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 10.8 litres per 100 km
Mercedes C class 2004

Mercedes C 240 2004 4Matic technical data

Model: Mercedes C 240 2004 4Matic
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2004. March ... 2005. July 
Engine: 2597 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 252 g/km
Power: 170 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 240 NM ON 4500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Maximum speed: 232 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 10.6 (combined) 14.9 (urban) 8.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10.8 l/100km (21.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 62 litres (16.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.53m (length) 1.73m (width) 1.43m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters
Gross weight: 1800 kg

Mercedes C 240 2004 4Matic engine M112 E26

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 2597 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 89.9 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 68.2 mm
Compression ratio 11 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Mercedes C 240 2004 4Matic oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Power 170 - 177 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 240 NM ON 4500 RPM
Start of production (year) 1997
Duration of production 10 years
Engine also used on Mercedes E klase Mercedes CLK

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Mercedes C class sedan [2004 - 2007] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Mercedes C 180 2004 Kompressor

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 143 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 180 2004 Kompressor 1.8 Petrol 143 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2004 Kompressor 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2004 Kompressor 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.8 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 230 2004 Kompressor Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 1.8 Petrol 192 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 230 2004 Kompressor Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 1.8 Petrol 192 HP 8.9 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Jul 2005

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.1 Diesel 122 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 2.1 Diesel 122 HP 6.6 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 220 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Jul 2005

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.1 Diesel 150 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 220 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 2.1 Diesel 150 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 230 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 2.5 Petrol 204 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 230 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 2.5 Petrol 204 HP 9.3 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2004 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 10.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2004 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 10.2 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2004 4Matic 4x4 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 10.6 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes C 270 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Feb 2005 2.7 Diesel 170 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 270 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Feb 2005 2.7 Diesel 170 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 280 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 280 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 280 2005 4Matic 4x4 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.8 l/100km Automatic (7) All wheel
Mercedes C 320 2005 CDI Jun 2005 — Mar 2007 3.0 Diesel 224 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2005 CDI Jan 2005 — Mar 2007 3.0 Diesel 224 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 30 2004 CDI AMG Mar 2004 — Dec 2004

Most powerfull diesel version (231 HP)

3.0 Diesel 231 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2004 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 10.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2004 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 10.2 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2004 4Matic 4x4 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 10.7 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes C 350 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 9.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 350 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 350 2005 4Matic 4x4 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 10.3 l/100km Automatic (7) All wheel
Mercedes C 55 2004 AMG

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds

5.4 Petrol 367 HP 11.9 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C class 2004 reviews
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