Mercedes-Benz 202 series

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan (1993–1995)
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan (1993–1995)
202 series
Sales designation: C class
Production period: 1993-2001
Class : Middle class
Body versions : Limousine , station wagon
Engines:
Otto engines : 1.8–5.4 liters
(90–255 kW)
Diesel engines :
2.0–2.5 liters
(55–110 kW)
Length: 4487-4516 mm
Width: 1720-1723 mm
Height: 1385-1427 mm
Wheelbase : 2690 mm
Empty weight : 1350-1610 kg
Previous model Mercedes-Benz W 201
successor Mercedes-Benz model series 203
Stars in the Euro NCAP - Crash Test two out of five

The C-Class (202 series) is a vehicle model from Mercedes-Benz and belongs to the middle class . It was introduced as the successor to the 190 series in May 1993.

The C-Class was initially available as a sedan with a notchback , which was also accompanied by a station wagon ( T-model ) from March 1996 . It offered improved active and passive safety, more comfort and could be customized in more ways than its predecessor.

By the end of production in January 2001, a total of 1,847,382 vehicles had been manufactured. The successor was the 203 series .

Model history

General

Rear view

When it was launched in May 1993, the C-Class designed by Murat Günak and Olivier Boulay under the direction of Bruno Sacco succeeded the successful W 201. Significantly increased comfort and the better space available with only minor changes to the external dimensions meant that the W 202 met with a high level of customer acceptance. In addition, the new model with its four different equipment variants ( Classic, Esprit, Elegance, Sport ) offered many customization options. The extensive safety package also contributed to the success of the series and set standards in the class. An airbag , an improved crash structure for the body, side impact protection integrated in the doors, front belt tensioners, automatic seat belt height adjustment at the rear and the anti-lock braking system were standard.

The body of the C-Class has been improved in many areas compared to its predecessor. It became more stable, stiffer and more usable. The loading edge of the trunk was lower and a through-loading facility is now available for an additional charge. The 62 liter plastic fuel tank was relocated under the rear seat bench in front of the rear axle. All these measures made reinforcing and stiffening elements necessary in order to nevertheless ensure improved safety and rigidity. A frame made of stiffening profiles surrounds the loading opening. To save weight, the front and rear windows were glued to the body as load-bearing elements. To paint coatings were used water-based.

The multi-link rear axle of the 201 series had proven itself and was still used in the C-Class. The front axle with double wishbone suspension was a new development with separate shock absorbers and springs. Compared to MacPherson struts , increased ride comfort was achieved, as the shock absorber does not have to guide the spring and does not have to transmit any bending moments. The standard power steering was also comfortable . Instead of the stick handbrake of its predecessor, the new model received the typical Mercedes foot-operated parking brake .

Newly designed and anatomically adapted seats made the interior more comfortable. A seat length and height adjustment for the driver and front passenger was standard; The adjustment range was also enlarged and now offered better adjustment options. The front headrests were adjustable and had their pivot axis at the top. This was atypical, but the head and neck rested optimally, which further increased comfort. From now on, the standard equipment included a heating system that can be controlled separately for the driver and front passenger, and which automatically maintained the preselected temperature with sensors in the interior and an electronic control system.

From the very beginning, the C-Class offered modern engines with four-valve technology. The four-cylinder M 111 gasoline engines introduced in 1992 were used; and the four- and five-cylinder diesel OM 604 and OM 605 were installed in the C-Class for the first time. The top models were the six-cylinder M 104 gasoline engines, also with four-valve technology. The only two-valve engine was the OM 601 diesel engine . All variants received a five-speed manual transmission as standard equipment. A four-speed automatic transmission was available for an extra charge . Many detail improvements contributed to the noise reduction, for example hydro mounts were used for the engine and transmission in the front area and for the rear axle drive . Also worth mentioning is the extended maintenance interval of 15,000 km .

Further differences to the predecessor can be found in the electrical system: For example, electronic speedometer with digital display for odometer and trip meter, instrument cluster with displays in transmitted light technology, warning light in the event of failure of bulbs and a standard rev counter. A central locking , also available with infrared remote control available, was also part of the standard equipment. A special feature is the pneumatic system that drives the headlamp leveling, the central locking and the optional foldable rear head restraints.

The high design effort is also evident in the details. The decorative panels in the dashboard and around the shift gate were individually manufactured according to the equipment configuration. Thus there are no blind plugs that indicate the missing extras.

Body versions

Saloon (W202)

limousine

The C-Class notchback sedan presented in May 1993 is known internally as the W 202 . The load volume of the trunk is 480 liters. For a surcharge, a rear bench seat that could be folded down in two parts was available to facilitate the transport of bulky goods. In contrast to its predecessor, this was possible because the fuel tank was no longer installed behind the rear seat bench, but in the vehicle floor. The limousine was built in the Bremen and Sindelfingen plants.

With 1,626,135 vehicles manufactured, this variant accounted for the majority of production, which ended in June 2000. All engines offered in the C-Class up to this point were available for the sedan.

T-model (S202)

T-model

The T-model offered from March 1996 has the internal designation S 202 . The load volume here is 465 liters up to the height of the load compartment cover with the rear bench seat folded up. When folding down the bench seat, removing the seat cushion and loading it under the roof, a maximum load volume of 1510 liters can be achieved. The folding, asymmetrically split bench is standard in the T-model.

By January 2001, 221,247 units of the T-model rolled off the production line, which means that it only made a small contribution to the production figures for the 202 series. The T-model was manufactured in Bremen . Not all engines were available for this body variant.

history

Original version

Sales of the C-Class began in May 1993. The C 180, C 200, C 220 and C 280 gasoline engines were available at the start of sales. In terms of diesel engines, the C 200 Diesel, the C 220 Diesel and the C 250 Diesel were initially available. The top model of the series, the C 36 AMG, started shortly afterwards in September.

C-Class "Elegance" (1993–1995)

In January 1994 the immobilizer became standard. The traction control system (ASR) , which was only available for the C 280 with automatic and the C 36 AMG at an extra charge, received a new ASR off switch that replaced the previous switch with the snow chain symbol. The optional automatic locking differential was omitted; the electronic traction system (ETS) was available for this at extra cost .

From August 1994, the front passenger airbag and pneumatically foldable rear headrests were standard. In December, the infrared remote control for the central locking became standard equipment.

Small facelift

The small facelift in September 1995 brought some changes such as new upholstery fabrics, new controls (rounded switches, new heating and air conditioning control panel), gray-red rear lights and white flashing lights for all models and new trim parts (see equipment lines). In addition, the dust filter with air circulation function for the heating and a mechanical radio antenna with radio and loudspeaker cabling as well as covers for eight loudspeakers were included in the basic equipment. Except for the C 36 AMG model, all vehicles in the basic version were fitted with 195/65 R15 tires. On the engine side, the range was supplemented by the C 230 compressor and the C 250 turbodiesel, the C 200 diesel and C 250 diesel engines were omitted. The C 200 compressor, which is related to the C 230 compressor, was offered on foreign markets, especially in countries in which the displacement is highly taxed (e.g. Italy and Greece).

The T-model was presented in March 1996. The engines C 180, C 200, C 230, C 220 Diesel and C 250 Turbodiesel were available. The C 230 engine replaced the C 220 in the sedan. In June 1996, the C 200 diesel was offered exclusively for export to Portugal. The variant based on the four-valve engine C 220 Diesel was offered in both body variants until 1998.

In August 1996, the four-speed automatic transmission was replaced by a five-speed successor. In addition, based on the C 220 Diesel, Mercedes offered a power- reduced and PME- suitable engine, which was developed for the taxi industry.

In March 1997 ETS became standard equipment for all models except the C 180 and C 220 Diesel; the C 280 and the C 36 AMG were upgraded by the now standard traction control system (ASR).

Big facelift

The most noticeable change in the series saw the C-Class in June 1997 with the major facelift. Recognizable from the outside through new, fully painted bumpers and side skirts, a modified trunk lid, a new radiator grille, painted bumper strips, tinted taillights and some equipment line-specific changes, the C-Class has also been upgraded with more extensive equipment.

The redesigned door panels were equipped with side airbags , a brake assistant and a belt force limiter were part of the new safety concept, as was ASR for all models except the C 180 and C 220 Diesel. The optional extras such as heat-insulating glass, front electric windows and the outside temperature display, which were previously subject to a surcharge, were now part of the standard equipment. The ELCODE driver authorization system with infrared radio remote control and the ASSYST maintenance computer, which calculates the maintenance intervals as required, were also new to the C-Class. In the sedan, the radio antenna was integrated into the rear window as in the T-model.

The vehicle electrics have undergone profound changes: the CAN bus already known from the S-Class W140 and E-Class W210 has now also been introduced in the C-Class. With this technology, the vehicle systems are networked with one another via a common data line. As a result, control devices, operating elements and other electronic assemblies had to be changed. The electronic stability program (ESP) could be ordered for the newly introduced V6 gasoline engines C 240 and C 280 of the M 112 series with three valves . The new engines were available for the sedan and the T-model and replaced the C 230 and the previous C 280. The C 36 AMG based on the C 280 was discontinued. The C 230 compressor was also available in the T-model.

The new C 220 CDI diesel engine and the new C 43 AMG sports variant were presented at the IAA in Frankfurt am Main in September 1997. The C 220 CDI with the OM 611 is the first Mercedes-Benz vehicle with common rail direct injection . Compared to the C 220 diesel, the new engine has 30 percent more power, 50 percent more torque and 10 percent less consumption. From December 1997 he was delivered. With the M 113, the C 43 AMG also received a newly developed engine. The V8 engine is technically closely related to the M 112 . It was available for sedan and station wagon.

From April 1998 the C 200 CDI replaced the C 220 diesel. The C 200 CDI is a reduced-power variant of the C 220 CDI; the cubic capacity is the same for both vehicles. The C 220 Diesel is only available as a reduced-power taxi variant. The ASR is now standard in all models.

AMG offered the C 55 AMG from July 1998, which was produced in small numbers. For this purpose, a completely built C 43 (sedan or station wagon) was converted into a C 55 as a new car in Affalterbach.

In August 1999 the series was revised again. A new five-speed automatic transmission with inching shift was introduced. The basic equipment now included ESP and, in combination with an automatic transmission, cruise control.

After the sedan (W 202) was phased out in June 2000, the T-model (S 202) continued to be offered until January 2001.

Some engines from the successor W 203 were taken over into the S 202. In particular, the revised M 111 Evo engines were introduced. The C 180 (2.0 liter displacement, from September 2000) and the C 200 compressor replaced all four-cylinder petrol engines. The C 240 received the engine with a displacement of 2.6 liters. The AMG model was omitted. All gasoline engines were delivered from the factory with the new six-speed manual transmission.

Dimensions
Construction year Length
over all
width
Front track

Rear track
greatest
height
wheelbase Overhang in
front

Rear overhang
03/1993 to 05/1997 4487 mm 1720 mm 1499 mm 1464 mm 1460 mm 2690 mm 790 mm 1007 mm
06/1997 to 01/2001 4516 mm 1723 mm 1499 mm 1464 mm 1460 mm 2690 mm 807 mm 1019 mm

variants

Equipment lines

In order to enable customers to largely customize their vehicle, the C-Class could be ordered with various design and equipment lines. In addition to visual differences, they also differed from one another in terms of standard equipment. The Elegance and Sport lines cost extra.

Mercedes-Benz C 280 (US model; 1997-2000)

For some export markets, such as North America , there were no different equipment lines and only a limited range of engines. In the USA , the equipment was based on the European design and equipment line Elegance.

Classic version

This variant was the basic variant of the C-Class until the minor facelift in September 1995. On the outside, it can be recognized by the orange indicators, the yellow-white-red taillights, the dark gray bumper strips and the matt black powder-coated trim strips and B-pillar trims. There is no fender shield. Matt black plastic trim panels are used in the interior, the door trim strips are covered with black fabric.

Classic

small facelift

With the minor facelift, the classic version of the C-Class was renamed Classic. On the exterior, it differs from the classic variant in terms of white indicators, gray-red taillights and the "Classic" fender shield. Inside, in addition to a different fabric pattern, zebrano real wood decorative panels are now used in the center console. The door trims are matt black. The name "Classic" is listed on the shift diagram sticker in the gear lever or selector lever .

large facelift

With the facelift, the bumper strips have now been painted in a contrasting color. The interior got a changed fabric pattern. The wood pattern was changed from Zebrano to Alameda.

esprit

Start of production

In order to appeal to younger buyers, Mercedes introduced the Esprit design and equipment line at the start of production, which could be ordered at no extra charge. It has strong red or blue fabric tones in the seat centers and door panels. The basic color, however, was black; a completely black interior could also be ordered. Vehicles with Esprit equipment were given a body that was lowered by 25 millimeters and the "Esprit" fender shield. Otherwise they were based on the classic variant. In contrast to this, the door trim and the trim panel under the windshield were made of matt black plastic. The latter was discontinued in June 1994. The special light yellow paint was optionally available.

small facelift

The changes that the Classic version got were implemented in the same way with the Esprit. A brushed aluminum imitation was now used as the decorative panels. The upholstery design was changed and was no longer completely available in black. On the outside, the Esprit also had its own design of wheel covers that differentiated it from the “Classic” line. The special lacquer lapis blue was optionally available.

large facelift

With the major facelift, the Esprit deviated more from the Classic version. In the interior, in addition to the decorative elements in the center console, the door trim strips were also made of a separate, bluish decorative film. The fabric sample was changed and was now completely black again. On the outside, the trim strips were painted in a contrasting color in line with the Classic model update; the hubcap design has been revised. The special paint finishes lapis blue and spinel red were optionally available.

Sports

Start of production

The Sport equipment line was intended to give the C-Class a sportier appearance and thus make it attractive to buyers who were previously customers of sport-oriented manufacturers such as BMW . On the outside, the sport variant was recognizable by bumper strips painted in the vehicle color, white flashing lights, gray-red taillights and the “Sport” fender sign. The B-pillar trim was printed with a check pattern. A sports chassis with a body lowered by 25 millimeters, wide tires 205/60 R 15 on 15-inch light-alloy wheels with a 5-hole pattern were standard . In the interior, the trim in the center console, in the doors and under the windshield was made in a black, corrugated plastic surface with a check pattern. The standard front sports seats were covered with a fabric in a checked pattern. The leather sports steering wheel is complemented by a leather gear lever or selector lever. A center armrest was built into the rear seat back. The surcharge for the classic variant was DM 4600 (price list as of May 1, 1993).

small facelift

As with the other equipment lines, the fabric pattern has been changed for Sport and the badge on the gear lever or selector lever with “Sport” logo has been introduced. From this point on, the trim parts had a carbon look. The surcharge for the Classic version was DM 3737.50 (price list as of September 1, 1995).

large facelift

From the big model update onwards, new six-hole light alloy wheels with wide tires 205/55 R 16 were used. The cladding on the B-pillar and the window bridge were made in the "Spider" pattern. Inside, the sport received the steering wheel familiar from the CLK , which was later replaced by another one from the SLK's facelift . In addition, an individual instrument cluster was used, with dials and hands in light ivory. The air volume and air distribution rotary switches have been fitted with light ivory colored scales to match. The fabric pattern was also changed; the decorative parts, the surface of which was reminiscent of a fabric made of carbon fibers, were given a finer structure. The surcharge for the Classic version was DM 3737.50 (price list as of September 1, 1997).

Elegance

Start of production

The Elegance design and equipment line is the luxurious version of the C-Class. From the start of production, it came with a significantly more extensive range of standard equipment. Four power windows , a center armrest with a large storage compartment at the front, a center armrest in the rear seat bench, a trunk lining, pompadour pockets on the front seat backrests, a leather steering wheel and leather gear lever or selector lever in the equipment color and a dust filter with air circulation switch were standard. On the outside, the Elegance package stood out with bumpers in a contrasting color with chrome inlays, door handles with chrome inlays, wheel trims with chrome trim, white indicators, red-gray rear lights, glossy black painted B-pillar trims and window bars, glossy black anodized trim strips and the “Elegance” logo on the fenders . In the interior, the trim on the center console, door panels and under the windshield were made from zebrano wood. The interior was color-coordinated and the seats had a simple fabric pattern. The surcharge for the classic variant was DM 3,392.50 (price list as of May 1, 1993).

small facelift

The fabric pattern was changed for a little model update and the zebrawood decorative elements were exchanged for root wood . In the Elegance version, too, the gearshift lever or selector lever received a badge with the words "Elegance". The surcharge for the Classic version was DM 3,450 (price list as of September 1, 1995).

large facelift

With the introduction of the facelift, the Elegance line received light alloy wheels with 10 holes in the wheel disc with 195/65 R 15 tires and a modified fabric pattern. The surcharge for the Classic version was DM 3737.50 (price list as of September 1, 1997).

Special models

During the construction period of the C-Class, some special models were also available, which were based on the respective design and equipment lines. They were subject to a surcharge, but brought with them a price advantage due to the more extensive standard equipment.

Sport DTM edition

September 1994 to August 1995

This special model was issued due to the brand championship in the DTM . Compared to the sports equipment, this special model was fitted with 225/45 R 17 wide tires on AMG light-alloy wheels. The metallic paintwork brilliant silver, tourmaline green or the special metallic color sapphire black were available. The surcharge for the classic variant was DM 5980.

Esprit ATP Tour

September 1995 to August 1996

Due to the sponsorship of the ATP Tour , Mercedes-Benz introduced the special model. Based on the Esprit version, the ATP Tour was given a through-loading facility, front electric windows, heat-insulating glass and 205/60 R 15 wide tires on five-spoke light-alloy wheels. The surcharge for the Esprit line was DM 966.

Sport ATP tour

September 1996 to February 1998

The Sport ATP Tour succeeded the Esprit ATP Tour. It was based on the sports equipment and was only available for the sedan. On the outside there are 225/45 R 17 wide tires on AMG light-alloy wheels and tinted rear lights. The model also has heat-insulating glass. The interior features black leather upholstery, stainless steel door sills with “Mercedes Benz” lettering, the sports leather steering wheel known from the CLK and four power windows. The metallic paintwork was available in brilliant silver, emerald black and the special color violan. The surcharge for the Esprit line was DM 7,993.

After the facelift in June 1997, the heat-insulating glass, the steering wheel and the darkened taillights were incorporated into the standard equipment of the C-Class and the Sport line. Accordingly, the package price of the special model was reduced to 6670 DM.

Esprit Champion

March 1998 to May 1999

The special model with football motifs, also available in the special color aqua green, added air conditioning, the front armrest with storage compartment, wide tires 205/60 R 15 on light alloy wheels with five spokes and the cassette radio "Radio MB special RDS" to the standard equipment of the Esprit .

The package was available for both the sedan and the station wagon. The surcharge for the Esprit line was 3480 D-Marks (incl. 16% VAT)

Esprit Selection

June 1999 to March 2000

The Esprit Selection equipment package was introduced in June 1999, available exclusively for the T-model. This variant included air conditioning, the front armrest with storage compartment, “Merak” alloy wheels with wide tires 205/55 R 16 and the MB audio 10 radio. The special metallic color jasper blue could be ordered as an option.

The surcharge for the Esprit line was DM 3,480.

Classic Selection

June 1999 to March 2000

As with the Esprit Selection package for the Estate, the Classic Selection special model could only be ordered for the sedan from June 1999. It also included air conditioning, the front armrest with storage compartment, 195/65 R 15 tires on light alloy wheels with six-hole perforated wheel discs and the MB audio 10 radio. The special metallic color jasper blue could be ordered.

The surcharge for the Classic line was DM 3,132.

April 2000 to January 2001

After production of the sedan was discontinued, the T-model was still available for a few months. During this time, the Classic Selection package was offered for the T-model. It was similar to the variant for the sedan in terms of equipment and price.

AMG models

Top models from the tuner AMG were also available for the C-Class . In addition to comprehensive standard equipment, improved technology, powerful engines and a sporty interior, the AMG models have been equipped with an AMG body package.

C 36 AMG

September 1993 to June 1997

The C 36 AMG, based technically on the C 280 in the Sport version, was available in the original model for the sedan. It was offered from September 1993 at a starting price of 95,450 German marks (including 15% VAT).

In the interior, four electric windows, the front armrest, rear headrests and a special instrument cluster with outside temperature display, black dials and gray frames complemented the sports equipment. The sport leather steering wheel and the automatic selector lever with the C 36 badge of the standard automatic were designed in two colors to match the color of the instrument cluster. From the outside, the sporty sedan is characterized by the AMG styling, the angular twin pipe exhaust and the one-piece AMG light-alloy wheels in the dimensions 7.5 J x 17 ET 35 at the front with 225/45 R 17 tires and 8.5 J. x 17 ET 30 at the rear with 245/40 R 17 tires. On the technical side, an infrared remote control for the locking system, a cruise control, a reinforced braking system and an AMG sports suspension are used.

C 43 AMG

September 1997 to May 2000

Presented at the IAA in September 1997, the eight-cylinder C 43 AMG with five-speed automatic transmission succeeded its six-cylinder predecessor. In the price list of September 1, 1997, a purchase price of 114,425 DM is given for the standard equipment of the C 43 AMG. The equipment is again based on the Sport model.

The standard scope of delivery included the ESP driving dynamics control, a front armrest with a compartment, a through-loading option, four electric window lifters, heated front seats, automatic air conditioning with engine residual heat utilization, electrically adjustable front sports seats with multicontour function, a battery with a larger capacity , an alternator with a higher output and heated windscreen washer nozzles. The instrument cluster is similar to the one from the sports version. It has a black frame, light gray hands with a black frame and also light gray dials with orange lighting, the scale of which goes up to 280 km / h. The leather upholstery of the sports seats, which are only made for the C43 and C55, have a special cut and, like the AMG sports steering wheel, were optionally available in two colors with the accent color silver or blue.

Further AMG-specific features are the styling package, the oval twin-pipe exhaust, the sports package and the one-piece AMG light-alloy wheels in the dimensions (front axle) 7.5 J x 17 ET 35 and (rear axle) 8.5 J x 17 ET 30 Tires 225/45 R 17 at the front and 245/40 R 17 at the rear. In contrast to the C 36 AMG, the C 43 AMG was also available as a T-model.

The speed limit could be increased at the special request of the customer; The package then included a speedometer scale with a final value of 300 km / h.

C 55 AMG

July 1998 to May 2000

From July 1998 the C 55 AMG was available based on the C 43 AMG. These vehicles were only produced in very small numbers.

The model was not included in the official price list of the C-Class, because a C 55 AMG always emerged from a C 43 AMG that was converted into a C 55 AMG in the AMG factory (this was also possible for a long time with vehicles that were already in use ). The vehicles differ optically in the following details: C 55 type plate, 300 km / h speedometer, anthracite-colored avant-garde radiator grille with several cross struts. There were some hidden technical changes: The engine underwent profound changes (including crankshaft, pistons, connecting rods, camshafts, valves, injectors, intake), the new engine code is 113.936 and the gearbox was 722.636 and an additional gearbox oil cooler. The engine and gearbox control unit received a new data status. In addition, the floor pan had to be modified to accommodate a larger differential with a 2.82 ratio.

Tuning models

During the entire construction period there were numerous tuning vehicles from high-end tuners such as Brabus , Lorinser and Carlsson . These differed in appearance and engine performance from the production models. Examples are:

Brabus C V8 (300 kW / 408 PS), Lorinser C32 (165 kW / 225 PS), Carlsson C25TD (132 kW / 180 PS).

Engines

At the start of the 202 series, an extensive range of models with four petrol engines and three diesel models was available. During the construction period, new engine variants were repeatedly introduced and older versions deleted. The engine range remained modern throughout the entire construction period.

Engine of an early C 180

Petrol engines

The four-cylinder units available in the C-Class all come from the M 111 series , as was already used in the E-Class from 1992 . Only the engine of the C 180 was completely redesigned. Apart from the C 220, the four-cylinder units were equipped with P-engine control for the injection system. In 1996 the C 230 replaced the C 220, the other four-cylinder petrol engines were modified and standardized. The 1.8-liter engine and the 2-liter engine now also have an injection system that uses the HFM system with a hot-film air mass meter instead of the previous P-engine control. Both were also given adjustable intake camshafts during operation. The M 111, there were some with charging by a compressor . This technology was used in the C 200 compressor (only for export) and in the C 230 compressor. After the extensive revision of the M 111 series to the M 111 EVO in March 2000, the C 180 (with a 2 liter displacement) and the C 200 compressor were available in the T-model. The in-line six-cylinder in the C 280 is from the M 104 series and has four valves per cylinder. It was equipped with the HFM engine control known from the C 220 and the adjustable intake camshaft.

The V-engines of the M 112 series in the C 240 and C 280 offered after the major facelift have a special technical feature of dual ignition and three valves per cylinder. After the sedan was phased out, the C 240 was given a displacement increased to 2.6 liters.

Engine of the C 36 AMG

AMG engines

Since the C 36 AMG presented in 1993 was based on the C 280, it took over the basic features of the M 104 engine from the C 280. The in-line six-cylinder with 24 valves, however, was fundamentally revised and increased in performance.

The successor, the C 43 AMG, received the newly developed M 113 engine . The eight-cylinder in a V arrangement has a power of 225 kW (306 hp) and a displacement of 4266 cm 3 . Three-valve technology and double ignition, which make combustion run faster and more evenly, are new. This technology is familiar from the M 112 six-cylinder engines also installed in the C-Class and ensures lower emissions. The AMG engine is a modification of the E 430, which had already been introduced in the E-Class . A few copies of the C 55 AMG were produced from 1999 to 2001. The 5439 cm 3 V8 engine has an output of 255 kW (347 hp) and delivers a maximum torque of 510 Nm. The surcharge as a sedan (technology package) compared to the C 43 AMG was DM 57,420 according to the official price list. The C 55 AMG was also available as a sedan and as a station wagon (station wagon). The sedan accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 5.5 seconds, the station wagon in 5.7 seconds. The V max limitation was seldom raised to 280 km / h.

diesel

The engine of a C 250 diesel

The newly developed OM 604 (C 220 Diesel with 2155 cm 3 displacement) and OM 605 (C 250 Diesel with 2497 cm 3 displacement) represented a world premiere : Mercedes-Benz established four-valve technology for diesel engines in these engines. The use of four instead of two valves per cylinder enabled increased torque and power over a significantly expanded speed range. At the same time, fuel consumption at full load fell by up to eight percent. The C 200 Diesel, on the other hand, was less spectacular. The OM 601 worked in it with two valves per cylinder. Due to the improved combustion process, particle emissions are also reduced by around 30 percent. The exhaust gas recirculation and the oxidation catalytic converter were standard. Mercedes-Benz was the first manufacturer to equip diesel engines with it as standard.

The C 200 Diesel and C 250 Diesel were omitted from the minor facelift. In return, the range was rounded off at the top by the C 250 turbodiesel. The turbocharger increases the output of the five-cylinder OM 605 to 150 hp (110 kW). In June 1996, the C 200 Diesel based on the OM 604 was launched exclusively for the Portuguese market. Two months later, the C 220 Diesel came as a highly reduced and biodiesel optimized cab model on the market.

The C 220 CDI appeared for the first time in December 1997. The OM 611 , the first Mercedes-Benz diesel engine with common rail direct injection, works under the bonnet . The injection pressure (up to 1350 bar) is constantly stored in a common line for all cylinders. Solenoid valves then inject the fuel through the injectors. A comparison with the C 220 diesel shows that the new engine has 30 percent more power and 50 percent more maximum torque with 10 percent less consumption. The increase in torque is particularly noticeable in the lower speed ranges. The C 200 CDI emerged from the C 220 CDI in April. With the same displacement, the power was reduced. The new model replaces the C 220 Diesel, which is only available as a reduced-power taxi variant.

Technical specifications

The following tables contain the technical data of the sedans and T-models.

Sedans (W 202)0
Model name Model Engine
(code)
Displacement 
(cm³)
cylinder Max. Power
at min −1
Max. Torque
at min −1
Empty weight
(kg)
Top speed
(km / h)
Acceleration
0-100 km / h
(sec.)
Consumption
(l / 100 km)
Production period
Petrol engines
C 180 202.018 M 111 E 18
(111.920 PMS)
1799 R4 90 kW (122 PS) / 5500 170/4200 1275 193 12 8.5 03 / 1993-07 / 1996
M 111 E 18
(111.921 HFM)
170 /
3700-4500
8.3 08 / 1996-05 / 2000
C 200 202.020 M 111 E 20
(111.941 PMS)
1998 R4 100 kW (136 PS) / 5500 190/4000 1295 203 11 8.6 03 / 1993-07 / 1996
M 111 E 20
(111.945 HFM)
190 /
3700-4500
8.1 08 / 1996-06 / 2000
C 200
compressor
1
202.025 M 111 E 20 ML
(111.944 HFM)
132 kW (180 PS) / 5300 260 /
2500-4800
1335 225 8.8 10.6 09 / 1995-07 / 1996
M 111 E 20 ML
(111.944 ME)
141 kW (192 PS) / 5300 270 /
2500-4800
227 8.4 08 / 1996-06 / 2000
C 220 202.022 M 111 E 22
(111.961 HFM)
2199 R4 110 kW (150 PS) / 5500 210/4000 210 10.5 8.7 03 / 1993-08 / 1996
C 230 202.023 M 111 E 23
(111.974 HFM)
2295 R4 110 kW (150 PS) / 5400 220 /
3700-4500
210 10.5 9.4 05 / 1996-06 / 1998
C 230
compressor
202.024 M 111 E 23 ML
(111.975 HFM)
2295 R4 142 kW (193 hp) / 5300 280 /
2500-4800
1345 230 8.4 9.9 09 / 1995-07 / 1996
M 111 E 23 ML
(111.975 ME)
9.8 08 / 1996-05 / 2000
C 240 202.026 M 112 E 24
(112.910 ME)
2398 V6 125 kW (170 PS) / 5900 225 /
3000-5000
218 9.3 9.8 06 / 1997-05 / 2000
C 280 202.028 M 104 E 28
(104.941 HFM)
2799 R6 142 kW (193 hp) / 5500 270/3750 1415 230 8.5 10.6 05 / 1993-07 / 1997
202.029 M 112 E 28
(112.920 ME)
2799 V6 145 kW (197 PS) / 5800 265/3000 1335 232 8.3 10.1 06 / 1997-05 / 2000
C 36 AMG 202.028 M 104 E 36
(104.941 HFM)
3606 R6 206 kW (280 PS) / 5750 385 /
4000-4750
1485 250
(electronically limited)
6.7 10.7 09 / 1993-06 / 1997
C 43 AMG 202.033 M 113 E 43
(113.944 ME)
4266 V8 225 kW (306 PS) / 5850 410 /
3250-5000
1495 6.5 11.7 10 / 1997-05 / 2000
C 55 AMG 202.033 M 113 E 55
(113.983 ME)
5439 V8 255 kW (347 PS) / 5500 510 /
3000-4300
5.5 11.9 07 / 1998-05 / 2000
Diesel engines
C 200
diesel
202.120 OM 601 D 20
(601.913 M / RSF)
1997 R4 55 kW (75 PS) / 4600 130 /
2000-3600
1305 160 19.6 6.6 03 / 1993-10 / 1995
202.122 OM 604 D 20 2
(604.915 EVE)
65 kW (88 PS) / 5000 135 /
2000-4650
1315 172 - 7.4 04 / 1996-07 / 1998
C 200 CDI 202.134 OM 611 DE 22 LA red.
(611.960 red.)
2151 R4 75 kW (102 PS) / 4200 235 /
1500-2600
1335 185 13.1 6.1 05 / 1998-08 / 1999
2148 08 / 1999-05 / 2000
C 220
diesel
202.121 OM 604 D 22
(604.910 EVE)
2155 R4 70 kW (95 PS) / 5000 150 /
3100-4500
1325 175 16.3 6.9 08 / 1993-05 / 1999
C 220 CDI 202.133 OM 611 DE 22 LA
(611.960)
2151 R4 92 kW (125 PS) / 4200 300 /
1800-2600
1335 198 10.5 6.1 01 / 1998-08 / 1999
2148 08 / 1999-05 / 2000
C 250
diesel
202.125 OM 605 D 25
(605.910 ERE)
2497 R5 83 kW (113 PS) / 5000 170 /
2800-4600
1375 190 15th 7th 06 / 1993-07 / 1996
C 250
turbodiesel
202.128 OM 605 D 25
(605.960 ERE)
2497 R5 110 kW (150 PS) / 4400 280 /
1800-3600
1405 203 10.2 7.3 09 / 1995-05 / 2000
1 only offered in Greece, Italy, Portugal, Turkey, Bulgaria, Croatia, Macedonia and Hungary
2 Only offered in Portugal
T-models (S 202) 000
Model name Model Engine
(code)
Displacement 
(cm³)
cylinder Max. Power
at min −1
Max. Torque
at min −1
Empty weight
(kg)
Top speed
(km / h)
Acceleration
0-100 km / h
(sec.)
Consumption
(l / 100 km)
Production period
Petrol engines
C 180 202.078 M 111 E 18
(111.920 PMS)
1799 R4 90 kW (122 PS) / 5500 170 /
3700-4500
1335 190 12.5 9.4 02 / 1996-07 / 1996
M 111 E 18
(111.921 HFM)
170/
4200
9.2 08 / 1996-06 / 2000
202.081 M 111 E 20 EVO
(111.952)
1998 R4 95 kW (129 PS) / 5300 190/4000 1355 11.2 06 / 2000–01 / 2001
C 200 202.080 M 111 E 20
(111.940 PMS)
R4 100 kW (136 PS) / 5500 190 /
3700-4500
1345 200 11.3 9.9 02 / 1996-07 / 1996
M 111 E 20
(111.941 HFM)
190 /
3700-4500
9.4 08 / 1996-06 / 2000
C 200 compressor 202.082 M 111 E 20 ML
(111.944 ME) 1
141 kW (192 PS) / 5300 270 /
2500-4800
1390 226 8.4 10.6 09 / 1996-06 / 2000
202.087 M 111 E 20 ML EVO
(111.956) 2
120 kW (163 PS) / 5300 230 /
2500-4800
215 9.3 9.4 05 / 2000–01 / 2001
C 230 202.083 M 111 E 23
(111.974 HFM)
2295 R4 110 kW (150 PS) / 5400 210 /
3700-4500
1375 210 10.5 04 / 1996-02 / 1998
C 230 compressor 202.085 M 111 E 23 ML
(111.973 ME)
R4 142 kW (193 hp) / 5300 280 /
2500-4800
1425 226 8.5 9.8 06 / 1997-06 / 2000
C 240
T model
202.086 M 112 E 24
(112.910 ME)
2398 V6 125 kW (170 PS) / 5900 225 /
3000-5000
1395 218 9.3 9.8 06 / 1997-06-2000
202.088 M 112 E 26
(112.915)
2597 V6 125 kW (170 PS) / 5500 240/4500 1405 217 9 10.9 05 / 2000–01 / 2001
C 280 202.089 M112E28
(112,920 ME)
2799 V6 145 kW (197 PS) / 5800 265/3000 229 8.5 10.1 06 / 1997–01 / 2001
C 43 AMG 202.093 M 113 E 43
(113.944 ME)
4266 V8 225 kW (306 PS) / 5850 410 /
3250-5000
1535 250
(electronically limited)
6.7 11.7 09 / 1997-06 / 2000
C 55 AMG 202.093 M 113 E 55
(113.983 ME)
5439 V8 255 kW (347 PS) / 5500 510 /
3000-4300
5.7 11.9 07 / 1998-06 / 2000
Diesel engines
C 200 diesel 202.180 OM 604 D 20
(604.915 EVE) 3
1997 R4 65 kW (88 PS) / 5000 135 /
2000-4650
1365 170 - 7.4 06 / 1996-06 / 1998
C 200 CDI 202.194 OM 611 DE 22 LA red.
(611.960 red.)
2151
from 1999: 2148
R4 75 kW (102 PS) / 4200 235 /
1500-2600
1375 182 13.6 6.2 06 / 1998–01 / 2001
C 220 diesel 202.182 OM 604 D 20
(604.910 EVE)
2155 R4 70 kW (95 PS) / 5000 150 /
3100-4500
173 16.6 7.4 02 / 1996-05 / 1999
C 220 CDI 202.193 OM 611 DE 22 LA
(611.960)
2151
from 1999: 2148
R4 92 kW (125 PS) / 4400 300 /
1800-2600
195 11 6.2 01 / 1998–01 / 2001
C 250 turbodiesel 202.188 OM 605 D 25 LA
(605.960 ERE)
2497 R5 110 kW (150 PS) / 4400 280 /
1800-3600
1435 200 10.5 8th 02 / 1996–01 / 2001
1 only offered in Greece, Italy, Portugal, Turkey, Bulgaria, Croatia, Macedonia and Hungary
2 Only offered in Germany
3 Only offered in Portugal

Long-term quality

In general, the series is considered to be very reliable and robust. High mileage can often be observed, especially in the taxi trade. The drive and chassis in particular are very stable and have a long service life, provided they are subjected to regular maintenance. The typical weak points of the series are announced before they fail and can be eliminated with little effort.

The differential often shows oil leaks. These range from harmless sweating to the formation of drops, which makes a new Simmerring for the cardan shaft necessary. An oil change with synthetic differential oil can eliminate or prevent minor oil leaks.

In the vehicle electrical system, the ignition lock (before the facelift) and the display of the automatic air conditioning can cause problems. In addition, the fuel sender and the sunroof mechanism tend to fail. The wiper gear needs regular lubrication to prevent the lift rod from jamming. Rumbling noises on the front axle can indicate wear on the rubber mounts of the stabilizer , the tie rod ends and the supporting joints.

In the case of the engines, the weakest variant is particularly noticeable. The C 200 Diesel is considered indestructible with regular maintenance. In general, diesel engines are considered to have a long service life. In some cases, vehicles with more than 500,000 kilometers on the first engine are offered for sale. The C 220 Diesel can also achieve such mileages. However, he often shows problems with the electronic distributor injection pump , which tends to leak. The newer CDI engines have problems with the injectors, especially in the first year of construction. The C 250 Diesel and the C 250 Turbodiesel are considered to be very reliable, as no specific weak points are known. The gasoline engines are also stable. In models that already have an air mass meter , this tends to be defective. A known problem is the high-grade steel elbow in the C 200 Kompressor and C 230 Kompressor engines, which were used up to 2000, which tends to crack. This problem was resolved with the introduction of the M 111 EVO, as was the compressor magnetic clutch, which can fail. Occasionally defective cylinder head gaskets are reported in the inline four and six cylinders. A fault that only affects the in-line six-cylinder is the wiring harness insulation, which can become brittle and cracked and thus cause errors in the engine electronics. In the C 43 AMG, the timing chain is particularly noticeable because of its wear resistance.

Rust occurs on the sheet metal edges on some models in the series . Corrosion damage occurs in particular on the lock and on the handle strip of the trunk lid. But the spring mounts are also endangered, which can be a safety risk in an emergency. Rust can also appear in the folds of the trunk panels, under the upper door seals, under the bumper strips, under the molding of the window edge, on the hole for the antenna, on the lower edge of the trunk lid and on the receptacles for the jack. From 1998 Mercedes-Benz provided the underbody with a new type of primer that was supposed to offer better rust protection. The new primer was abolished in 1999, as the vehicles from 1998 and 1999 rusted more than ever before. In general, vehicles that are frequently exposed to moisture and salt are significantly more prone to rust.

literature

  • Eberhard Kittler: German cars since 1990 . Motorbuch Verlag, Stuttgart 2001, ISBN 3-613-02052-1 , p. 106-119 .
  • Werner Oswald : Mercedes-Benz passenger cars: 1885–1985 . tape 3 and 4. Motorbuch Verlag, Stuttgart 1987, ISBN 978-3-613-02778-7 .
  • Daimler-Benz AG (Ed.): The C-Class T-Models . Stuttgart May 31, 1998 (VP / KW 6701 0204 00-03 / 0898).

Individual evidence

  1. Production figures . In: w202-freunde.de. Thomas Pozgaj, accessed May 16, 2017 .
  2. MMC recruits Olivier Boulay from DaimlerChrysler. Mitsubishi Motors Corporation , April 25, 2001, accessed May 16, 2017 .
  3. a b dimensions. In: w202-freunde.de. Thomas Pozgaj, accessed May 16, 2017 .
  4. Exterior. In: w202-freunde.de. Thomas Pozgaj, accessed May 16, 2017 .
  5. Interior. In: w202-freunde.de. Thomas Pozgaj, accessed May 16, 2017 .
  6. Special models of the C-Class. In: baureihe201.de. Retrieved May 16, 2017 .
  7. Mercedes Benz Specifications. In: UltimateSpecs.com. Retrieved May 16, 2017 (English).
  8. Oil change: gearbox and rear axle differential. W202 FAQ. In: Motor-Talk.de. Retrieved May 16, 2017 .
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  10. Mercedes C-Class (1993–2001): It goes away in tears. In: Autobild.de . July 29, 2005. Retrieved May 16, 2017 .

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