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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 400 000 and 670 000 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 automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Mercedes 230 TE accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 183 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes 230 TE fuel consumption is 9.9 litres per 100km (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, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 10.4 litres per 100 km, which is 5% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes E class fuel consumption.

Mercedes 230 TE technical data
Model: | Mercedes 230 TE | ||
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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: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 183 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.9 (combined) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 10.4 l/100km (22.6 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 |
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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 |
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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 |