Mercedes C 200 2002 Kompressor Combi

Mercedes C class 2001 1.8 petrol description

Estate car / wagon Mercedes C 200 2002 Kompressor Combi 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 163 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 240 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 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. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 280 000 to 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 200 2002 Kompressor Combi has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes C 200 2002 Kompressor Combi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 228 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mercedes C 200 2002 Kompressor Combi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.2 litres per 100km (10.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 12.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. 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 200 2002 Kompressor Combi AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.3 seconds later (in 9.7 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 9.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 10.0 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes C class 2001

Mercedes C 200 2002 Kompressor Combi technical data

Model: Mercedes C 200 2002 Kompressor Combi
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 2002. July ... 2004. March 
Engine: 1795 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 221 g/km
Power: 163 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 240 NM ON 3000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 228 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.2 (combined) 12.8 (urban) 7.1 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.7 l/100km (24.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 62 litres (16.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.54m (length) 1.73m (width) 1.46m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters
Gross weight: 1500 kg

Mercedes C 200 2002 Kompressor Combi 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 200 2002 Kompressor Combi oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts)
Power 122 - 192 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 190 - 260 NM ON 3000 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 estate car [2001 - 2004] modifications

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

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 143 HP 8.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 180 2002 Kompressor Combi Jul 2002 — Mar 2004

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 143 HP 8.8 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2002 Kompressor Combi Jul 2002 — Mar 2004 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2002 Kompressor Combi Jul 2002 — Mar 2004 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 9.2 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 180 2001 Combi Jan 2001 — Jul 2002

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 129 HP 9.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 180 2001 Combi Jan 2001 — Jul 2002 2.0 Petrol 129 HP 9.8 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2001 Kompressor Combi Jan 2001 — Jul 2002 2.0 Petrol 163 HP 9.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2001 Kompressor Combi Jan 2001 — Jul 2002 2.0 Petrol 163 HP 9.8 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2001 CDI Combi

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.1 Diesel 115 HP 6.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2001 CDI Combi 2.1 Diesel 115 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 220 2001 CDI Combi

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.1 Diesel 143 HP 6.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 220 2001 CDI Combi 2.1 Diesel 143 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2001 Combi 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 11.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2001 Combi 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 11.2 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2002 4Matic Combi 4x4 Sep 2002 — Mar 2004 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 11.6 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Mercedes C 240 2002 4Matic Combi 4x4 Sep 2002 — Mar 2004 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 11.6 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes C 270 2001 CDI Combi 2.7 Diesel 170 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 270 2001 CDI Combi 2.7 Diesel 170 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 30 2002 CDI AMG Combi Nov 2002 — Mar 2004

Most powerfull diesel version (231 HP)

3.0 Diesel 231 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2003 Combi Jan 2003 — Mar 2004 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 11.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2001 Combi 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 11.3 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2002 4Matic Combi 4x4 Sep 2002 — Mar 2004 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 11.8 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes C 32 2001 AMG Combi

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds

3.2 Petrol 354 HP 11.9 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C class 2001 reviews
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