Mercedes C 180 2002 Kompressor

Mercedes C class 2000 1.8 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes C 180 2002 Kompressor has been produced from July, 2002 to March, 2004. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 143 horsepower on 5200 rpm and torque 220 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 280 000 and 480 000 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 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.

Mercedes C 180 2002 Kompressor has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes C 180 2002 Kompressor accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 223 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes C 180 2002 Kompressor fuel consumption is 8.4 litres per 100km (11.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 12.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 980 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 8.7 litres per 100 km, which is 4% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes C class fuel consumption.

Mercedes C class safety

During safety testing Mercedes C class has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mercedes C class is evaluated with five stars, and for pedestrian protection Mercedes C class got two stars.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes C class version with automatic gearbox (Mercedes C 180 2002 Kompressor AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 8.4 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 2 % - 8.9 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes C class 2000

Mercedes C 180 2002 Kompressor technical data

Model: Mercedes C 180 2002 Kompressor
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2002. July ... 2004. March 
Engine: 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 202 g/km
Power: 143 HP ON 5200 RPM Torque: 220 NM ON 2500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 223 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.7 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.4 (combined) 12.1 (urban) 6.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.7 l/100km (27 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: 1500 kg

Mercedes C 180 2002 Kompressor engine M271 E18 ML

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 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 1796 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 82 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 85 mm
Compression ratio 9 : 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 180 2002 Kompressor oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts)
Power 122 - 192 HP ON 5200 RPM
Torque 190 - 260 NM ON 2500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2002
Duration of production 13 years
Engine also used on Mercedes E klase Mercedes CLK Mercedes SLK

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 [2000 - 2004] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Mercedes C 180 2002 Kompressor Jul 2002 — Mar 2004

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 143 HP 8.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 180 2002 Kompressor Jul 2002 — Mar 2004

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 143 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2002 Kompressor Jul 2002 — Mar 2004 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2002 Kompressor Jul 2002 — Mar 2004 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.7 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 180 2000 Oct 2000 — Jul 2002

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 129 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 180 2000 Oct 2000 — Jul 2002 2.0 Petrol 129 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2000 Kompressor Mai 2000 — Jul 2002 2.0 Petrol 163 HP 9.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2000 Kompressor Mai 2000 — Jul 2002 2.0 Petrol 163 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2000 CDI Oct 2000 — Mar 2004

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.1 Diesel 115 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2000 CDI Oct 2000 — Mar 2004 2.1 Diesel 115 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 220 2000 CDI 2.1 Diesel 143 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 220 2000 CDI 2.1 Diesel 143 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2000 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 11.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2000 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 10.7 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2002 4Matic 4x4 Sep 2002 — Mar 2004 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 11.2 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes C 270 2000 CDI Sep 2000 — Mar 2004 2.7 Diesel 170 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 270 2000 CDI Sep 2000 — Mar 2004 2.7 Diesel 170 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 30 2002 CDI AMG Nov 2002 — Mar 2004

Most powerfull diesel version (231 HP)

3.0 Diesel 231 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2003 Jan 2003 — Mar 2004 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 10.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2000 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 10.5 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2002 4Matic Sep 2002 — Mar 2004 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 11.3 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 32 2001 AMG Jan 2001 — Mar 2004

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds

3.2 Petrol 354 HP 11.5 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C class 2000 reviews
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