Mercedes 230 TE

Mercedes E class 1989 2.3 petrol description

Estate car / wagon Mercedes 230 TE has been produced from October, 1989 to October, 1992. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.3 litres, which produces power of 132 horsepower on 5100 rpm and torque 198 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine may have fuel injection system or carburetor, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 400 up to 670 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Mercedes E class 2.3 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.

Mercedes 230 TE has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 4 gears.
Mercedes 230 TE accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 188 km/h.

Mercedes 230 TE fuel consumption is 9.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.1 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 72 litres or 19.02 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
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 E class fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes E class version with automatic gearbox (Mercedes 230 TE AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 9.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 10.3 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes E class 1989

Mercedes 230 TE technical data

Model: Mercedes 230 TE
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 1989. October ... 1992. October 
Engine: 2299 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 132 HP ON 5100 RPM Torque: 198 NM ON 3500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (4 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 188 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.9 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 10.2 l/100km (23.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 72 litres (19 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.76m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.49m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.2 meters
Gross weight: 1500 kg

Mercedes 230 TE engine M102 E23

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 400,000 to 670,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 2298 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 95.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 80.2 mm
Compression ratio 8 : 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 Carburettor or injector
Mercedes 230 TE oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts)
Power 95 - 136 HP ON 5100 RPM
Torque 170 - 205 NM ON 3500 RPM
Start of production (year) 1980
Duration of production 13 years

All Mercedes E class estate car [1989 - 1993] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Mercedes 200 T Oct 1989 — Jun 1990

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 105 HP 9.9 l/100km Manual (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 200 T Oct 1989 — Jun 1990 2.0 Petrol 105 HP - Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 200 TE Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 2.0 Petrol 118 HP 9.9 l/100km Manual (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 200 TE Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 2.0 Petrol 118 HP 9.9 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 200 TE Oct 1992 — Jun 1993

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 136 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 200 TE Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 9.6 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 200 TD Oct 1989 — Mai 1991

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 75 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 200 TD Oct 1989 — Mai 1991 2.0 Diesel 75 HP - Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 220 TE Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 2.2 Petrol 150 HP 9.6 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 220 TE Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 2.2 Petrol 150 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 230 TE Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 2.3 Petrol 132 HP 9.9 l/100km Manual (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 230 TE Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 2.3 Petrol 132 HP 9.9 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 250 TD 2.5 Diesel 94 HP 7.7 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 250 TD 2.5 Diesel 94 HP 7.7 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 280 TE Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 2.8 Petrol 197 HP 11.1 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 280 TE Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 2.8 Petrol 197 HP 11.3 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 300 TE Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 3.0 Petrol 180 HP 11.4 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 300 TE Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 3.0 Petrol 180 HP 11.4 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 300 TE 4Matic 4x4 3.0 Petrol 180 HP 11.9 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Mercedes 300 TE-24 Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 3.0 Petrol 220 HP 11.8 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 300 TE-24 Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 3.0 Petrol 220 HP 11.8 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 300 TD 3.0 Diesel 113 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 300 TD 3.0 Diesel 113 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 300 TD Turbo

Most powerfull diesel version (147 HP)

3.0 Diesel 147 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 300 TD Turbo 4Matic

Most powerfull diesel version (147 HP)

3.0 Diesel 147 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes 320 TE Oct 1992 — Jun 1993 3.2 Petrol 220 HP 11.6 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes 320 TE Oct 1992 — Jun 1993

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8 seconds

3.2 Petrol 220 HP 11.7 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E class 1989 reviews
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