Mercedes C 270 2001 CDI Combi

Mercedes C class 2001 2.7 diesel description

Estate car / wagon Mercedes C 270 2001 CDI Combi has been produced from January, 2001 to March, 2004. It has five-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.7 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 4200 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 1800 revolutions per minute.

This 5-cylinder 20-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes C class 2.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

Mercedes C 270 2001 CDI Combi has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes C 270 2001 CDI Combi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 225 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes C 270 2001 CDI Combi fuel consumption is 7.1 litres per 100km (14.1 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes C klase 2001 - 2004 versions, fuel consumption in city - 9.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 860 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1100 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 7.9 litres per 100 km, which is 11% 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 manual gearbox (Mercedes C 270 2001 CDI Combi MT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 6.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.6 litres per 100 km or 20 % - 6.3 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes C class 2001

Mercedes C 270 2001 CDI Combi technical data

Model: Mercedes C 270 2001 CDI Combi
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 2001. January ... 2004. March 
Engine: 2685 cm3 Diesel, 5 cylinders CO2 emissions: 189 g/km
Power: 170 HP ON 4200 RPM Torque: 400 NM ON 1800 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 225 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.1 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.1 (combined) 9.8 (urban) 5.6 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.9 l/100km (29.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
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 270 2001 CDI Combi engine OM612

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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 2685 cm3
Number of cylinders 5
Bore (cylinder diameter) 88 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 88.3 mm
Compression ratio 18 : 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 Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Mercedes C 270 2001 CDI Combi oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Power 156 - 170 HP ON 4200 RPM
Torque 330 - 400 NM ON 1800 RPM
Start of production (year) 1999
Duration of production 8 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2002 onwards.

Engine also used on Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes G klase and 2 other models

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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