The Mercedes M111 E22 is a 2.2-liter gasoline engine that produces 150 horsepower. E22 was installed on Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Mercedes-Benz E-Class vehicles between 1992 and 2000. Up to 500 thousand kilometers, this German engine is incredibly dependable.
M102, M111 E18, M111 E20, M111 E22, M111 E23, M166, M254, M260, M264, M266, M270, M271, M274, and M282 are the R4 Mercedes engines.
Specifications
| Production years | 1992-2000 |
| Displacement, cc | 2199 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 150 |
| Torque output, Nm | 210 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 89.9 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 86.6 |
| Compression ratio | 10.0 |
| Features | no |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | at the intake |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.5 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 2/3 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Mercedes C220 1999) — city — highway — combined |
11.1 6.3 8.4 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~430 000 |
| Weight, kg | 167 |
Disadvantages of the M111 E22 engine
Most importantly, the number of grease leaks increases with mileage and will cause you problems.
Fuel consumption rises if the mass air flow sensor malfunctions because it has a limited resource.
Up to 100,000 kilometers, the engine’s water pump nearly always begins to leak.
The exhaust frequently cracks or the piston skirts wear out after 100–200 thousand kilometers.
After 200–250 thousand kilometers, the timing chain drive or oil pump needs maintenance.