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Mercedes-Benz Engine

M2741.6L / 2.0L Petrol

The M274 (and its transverse-mounted M270 sibling) is Mercedes-Benz's 4-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine introduced in 2011 and still produced today. It powered virtually every entry- and mid-range petrol Mercedes from 2014 onwards. Early units suffered well-documented timing chain and oil consumption problems; post-2016 production is markedly improved.

9

Fits chassis

2011–null

Years built

258 hp

Power

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Engine specification

M274 at a glance

Displacement1.6L / 2.0L
Fuel typePetrol
Power variants129 hp, 156 hp, 184 hp, 211 hp, 245 hp, 258 hp
Years produced2011–null
ReplacesM271
Replaced byM264
Fitment

M274 fits these 9 Mercedes chassis

Each card links to that chassis hub — full parts catalogue plus fitment notes.

Known faults

Common M274 problems

We disclose every known fault before sale. Transparency is cheaper than a bad return.

  • Premature timing chain wear and tensioner failure on early production engines
  • Excessive oil consumption attributed to piston ring and valve seal issues
  • High-pressure fuel pump failures
  • Piston cracking under load on early units, the subject of class-action complaints
  • Carbon buildup on intake valves due to direct injection
In stock

Featured parts for the M274

Air Intake Pipe (Duct) M274 - Facelift - Mercedes Benz - C-Class W204 10-14W204

Air Intake Pipe (Duct) M274 - Facelift

W204 · 2010–2014

FromR 999
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Mercedes Benz timing chain kit with guides sprocket and tensioner replacement engine timing chain set for compatible Mercedes models from M & B Parts South AfricaW117

Timing Chain Kit - M270 M274- 180/200/220/250 4 Cyl Petrol

W117 / W176 / W204+ · 2007–2023

FromR 3 199
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Cam Gears - Camshaft Adjuster Set - M274/M270 4 - Cyl PetrolW117

Cam Gears - Camshaft Adjuster Set

W117 / W156 / W176+ · 2007–2023

FromR 4 999
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Mercedes Benz engine thermostat housing with integrated water pump replacement cooling system unit for compatible Mercedes models from M & B Parts South AfricaW204

Water Pump - M274

W204 / W205 / W207+ · 2007–2023

FromR 2 499
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Thermostat and Housing (Coolant) - M274 180,200, 220,250, 4-Cyl Petrol 13-22W117

Thermostat and Housing (Coolant)

W117 / W205 / W207+ · 2009–2023

FromR 1 999
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Electric Water Pump - M274 180, 200, 220, 250 - 4 Cylinder PetrolW117

Electric Water Pump - M274 180, 200, 220, 250

W117 / W176 / W204+ · 2007–2023

FromR 3 899
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Engine Sump M274 - 4 Cyl PetrolW204

Engine Sump M274 - 4 Cyl Petrol

W204 / W205 · 2010–2018

FromR 2 999
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V-Belt 6PK 1075

V-Belt 6PK 1075

FromR 450
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Cam Gears - Cam Shaft Adjuster - M274/M270 - IntakeW117

Cam Gears - Cam Shaft Adjuster

W117 / W156 / W176+ · 2007–2023

FromR 4 000
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Cam Gears - Cam Shaft Adjuster - M274/M270 - ExhaustW117

Cam Gears - Cam Shaft Adjuster

W117 / W156 / W172+ · 2007–2023

FromR 4 000
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Oil Cooler M274/270 A,B,C,E,CLA,GLA,SLC,GLC,S / W176,W246,W204,W205,W212,W213,W117,X156,R172,X253,W221W176

Oil Cooler M274/270 A,B,C,E,CLA,GLA,SLC,GLC,S / W176,W246,W204,W205,W212,W213,W117,X156,R172,X253,W221

W176 / W246 / W204+ · 2012–2018

FromR 1 299
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Alternator - M274 Engine - W205W205

Alternator - M274 Engine

W205 / W204 / W207+ · 2009–2015

FromR 4 499
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Pricing band

M274 rebuilds — what to budget

Bench-tested used long blocks start around R 35 000 delivered, full forensic rebuilds with new wear items run up to R 65 000. Final price depends on mileage, ancillaries (turbo, injectors, flywheel) and warranty tier — quoted per unit, no list-price surprises.

FromR 35 000
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FAQs

M274 engine — common questions

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