From 2013 to 2021, a plant in Spain assembled the Mercedes M200’s 1.2-liter turbocharged engine, which was limited to the first generation Citan in modification 112 BlueEFFICIENCY. The Renault-Nissan engine with the index H5Ft or HR12DDT was replicated in this power unit.
M102, M111, M133, M139, M166, M200, M254, M260, M264, M266, M270, M271, M274, and M282 are the R4 Mercedes engines.
Specifications M 200 DE 12 AL
| Production years | 2013 – 2021 |
| Displacement, cc | 1192 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 114 |
| Torque output, Nm | 190 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 72 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 73.2 |
| Compression ratio | 10.0 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | on all shafts |
| Turbocharging | MHI TD02 |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.8 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 5/6 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Mercedes Citan 2015) — city — highway — combined |
7.2 5.0 6.1 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~250 000 |
| Weight, kg | 109 |
The engine was installed on:
- Mercedes Citan W415 in 2013 – 2021.
Disadvantages of the Mercedes M200 engine
Early issues with floating speed were resolved by the firmware; complaints about the oil burner, which only goes away after the rings are changed, come in second; the timing chain also has a short lifespan and is frequently replaced after 100,000 kilometers;
This unit, like all direct injection units, has carbon deposits on the intake valves; additionally, it is a relatively uncommon turbo engine, and it is quite challenging to locate a suitable donor.