Question 1

What Mercedes models use the M272 engine?

Accepted Answer

The M272 Petrol engine was fitted to 14 Mercedes-Benz chassis between 2004 and 2015, including the W203 C-Class, W204 C-Class, W211 E-Class, W212 E-Class and others.

Question 2

How much does a M272 engine cost in South Africa?

Accepted Answer

M272 engines typically range from R 55 000 for a yard-stripped used unit to R 95 000 for a fully rebuilt or new aftermarket long block, depending on mileage, condition (long-block vs complete with ancillaries), and whether the unit has been bench-tested. We quote the delivered price once you confirm your chassis and VIN — WhatsApp us on 082 934 8802 for current stock.

Question 3

What are the common M272 engine problems?

Accepted Answer

The most commonly reported M272 faults are: Balance shaft sprocket wear on engines built up to June 2008 (serial numbers up to 2729...30 468993), causing timing correlation fault codes and requiring engine teardown; Variable intake manifold lever (plastic) breakage requiring full manifold replacement; Camshaft adjuster magnet failures. We bench-test every used M272 unit and disclose the test results in writing before dispatch; new aftermarket units ship sealed with the manufacturer warranty.

Question 4

Do you supply M272 engines with a warranty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — every used M272 engine ships with our standard 3-month parts warranty, and refurbished long blocks and recon units carry an extended warranty when fitted by a registered Mercedes-experienced workshop. New aftermarket units ship with the manufacturer warranty. Terms are emailed with your invoice.

Question 5

Can you ship an M272 engine nationwide in South Africa?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We palletise and dispatch engines via overnight road freight from our Centurion warehouse to all 9 provinces. Delivery is typically 1–3 business days depending on the destination, and the freight cost is quoted with the unit so there are no surprises.

Question 6

Is the Mercedes M272 a good engine?

Accepted Answer

The M272 V6 petrol (2004–2014, fitted to W204, W211 / W212, W219 CLS, R171 SLK) is generally a refined and powerful engine, but with one well-documented weakness: idler-gear wear on early cars (typically 150 000–200 000 km), audible as a rattle on cold start. Cars where the idler gear has been replaced with the revised design are a good buy; un-rectified examples need budget for the repair.

Question 7

Which Mercedes models have the M272 engine?

Accepted Answer

The M272 was fitted to W204 C280 / C300 / C350, W211 / W212 E280 / E300 / E350, W219 CLS280 / CLS300 / CLS350, R171 SLK280 / SLK350, W221 S350 (pre-2010), W164 ML350, X164 GL450, W463 G350 and others. We stock M272 short blocks, long blocks, and the idler-gear repair kit.

Question 8

How much is a new Mercedes M272 engine?

Accepted Answer

A new (or factory-recon) M272 V6 from Mercedes is typically R 95 000–R 145 000 plus fitting. A used yard-pulled M272 with documented donor mileage runs R 28 000–R 55 000 depending on chassis and condition; a recon long-block from us with the idler-gear revision done sits in the R 55 000–R 78 000 band — both with our 3-month parts warranty (extended when fitted by an approved workshop).

Displacement	2.5L / 3.0L / 3.5L
Fuel type	Petrol
Power variants	204 hp, 231 hp, 272 hp, 292 hp, 316 hp
Years produced	2004–2015
Replaces	M112
Replaced by	M276

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