Mercedes C 240 2002 4Matic Combi
Mercedes C class 2001 2.6 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Mercedes C 240 2002 4Matic Combi has been produced from September, 2002 to March, 2004. 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 2002 4Matic Combi has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes C 240 2002 4Matic Combi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 219 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes C 240 2002 4Matic Combi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 11.6 litres per 100km (8.6 km/l), city fuel economy - 16.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 520 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 720 kilometers on highway.
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.
- Mercedes C 240 2001 Combi MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1 seconds faster (in 9.5 seconds)
- Mercedes C 240 2001 Combi AT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1 seconds faster (in 9.5 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 11.2 litres per 100 km
- Mercedes C 240 2002 4Matic Combi AT 4x4
Mercedes C 240 2002 4Matic Combi technical data
| Model: | Mercedes C 240 2002 4Matic Combi | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2002. September ... 2004. March | ||
| Engine: | 2597 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 279 g/km |
| Power: | 170 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 240 NM ON 4500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Maximum speed: | 219 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.6 (combined) 16.1 (urban) 8.5 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres (16.4 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.54m (length) 1.73m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
| Gross weight: | 1500 kg | ||
Mercedes C 240 2002 4Matic Combi 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 2002 4Matic Combi 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 estate car [2001 - 2004] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |