Mercedes-Benz E 200 W212 — Reliability
Reliability Summary
Engine Comparison
| Engine | Reliability Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
|
M274
2.0L Turbo I4 |
69/100 | ACCEPTABLE |
|
M271 EVO (CGI turbo)
1.8L CGI Turbo I4 |
58/100 | CAUTION |
Engines in this model
M274
2.0L Turbo I4
Longitudinal 1.6 and 2.0 turbo for the C, E, GLC, GLK and SLK/SLC, 2012 to 2020. German used-car gui...
View details →M271 EVO (CGI turbo)
1.8L CGI Turbo I4
Turbo CGI successor to the Kompressor. Toothed chain fixed the stretch problem, but camshaft adjuste...
View details →Known Issues Across All Engines
| Issue | Engine | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Camshaft weld failure — camshaft can break (2015 builds, recall) | M274 | high |
| Camshaft-adjuster magnet valves leak oil into the wiring harness | M274 | moderate |
| Timing chain stretch / tensioner wear | M274 | moderate |
| Thermostat failure | M274 | moderate |
| Cold knock from the crank assembly — piston wrist-pin tolerance (built before April 2015) | M274 | minor |
| NOx sensor failure | M274 | minor |
| Camshaft adjuster and tensioner wear — timing drift, chain can jump | M271 EVO (CGI turbo) | critical |
| Intake-valve carbon build-up (direct injection) | M271 EVO (CGI turbo) | moderate |
| Camshaft sensor magnets leak oil into wiring harness and ECU | M271 EVO (CGI turbo) | moderate |
FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz E 200 reliable?
The Mercedes-Benz E 200 has 2 engine options with reliability scores ranging from 58/100 (CAUTION) to 69/100 (ACCEPTABLE). Average reliability: 64/100.
Which Mercedes-Benz E 200 engine is most reliable?
The M274 is the most reliable engine in the Mercedes-Benz E 200, scoring 69/100 (ACCEPTABLE).
What problems does the Mercedes-Benz E 200 have?
Across all engine variants, the Mercedes-Benz E 200 has 9 known issues. The most common are related to Camshaft weld failure — camshaft can break (2015 builds, recall), Camshaft-adjuster magnet valves leak oil into the wiring harness, Timing chain stretch / tensioner wear.