Opinions on the 220d diesel engine - 2020/21 vintage?
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Thanks - that's reassuring. 
I'm planning on buying a GLB 220d, just getting nervous about the whole diesel debate and whether it's going to be worth peanuts in 5 years time.
I'm planning on buying a GLB 220d, just getting nervous about the whole diesel debate and whether it's going to be worth peanuts in 5 years time. Tall_Blk said:
I had it in MY2020 E class. Owned it for 2 years without any issues. Decent poke and mpg. Only sold it because I wanted a AMG
Provided the 220 badged car uses the 2.1 merc engine it's fine. I used to run circa 80 Vitos with this engine mated to the 7 speed auto and they were painless.
Issues were nox sensors when over 100k miles and injectors nearer 200k miles. These would be 3-5 years old at this point and mainly down to the fact the high miles were done in an urban environment.
Issues were nox sensors when over 100k miles and injectors nearer 200k miles. These would be 3-5 years old at this point and mainly down to the fact the high miles were done in an urban environment.
Venisonpie said:
Provided the 220 badged car uses the 2.1 merc engine it's fine. I used to run circa 80 Vitos with this engine mated to the 7 speed auto and they were painless.
Issues were nox sensors when over 100k miles and injectors nearer 200k miles. These would be 3-5 years old at this point and mainly down to the fact the high miles were done in an urban environment.
It’s likely to be the 2.0 if it’s a 20/21 model. Issues were nox sensors when over 100k miles and injectors nearer 200k miles. These would be 3-5 years old at this point and mainly down to the fact the high miles were done in an urban environment.
I ran two of these engines, both in a W213 E220d.
First from 0 miles to 43,000 miles.
Second from 20,000 miles to 40,000 miles.
Pretty efficient (c.45-55mpg) without trying. Reasonably swift (0-60 in about 7.7 seconds).
For a 4 cylinder. 2.0 litre diesel I thought it was relatively refined and smooth.
There seems to be an issue with some of these engines at about 90,000 miles plus that requires quite a lot of headwork (£2-3k). I suspect this might also be the case with the E400d too as they share the same basic architecture - but not many E400d have reached that mileage yet.
Overall, a great, modern package - just make sure all the services were carried out properly.
First from 0 miles to 43,000 miles.
Second from 20,000 miles to 40,000 miles.
Pretty efficient (c.45-55mpg) without trying. Reasonably swift (0-60 in about 7.7 seconds).
For a 4 cylinder. 2.0 litre diesel I thought it was relatively refined and smooth.
There seems to be an issue with some of these engines at about 90,000 miles plus that requires quite a lot of headwork (£2-3k). I suspect this might also be the case with the E400d too as they share the same basic architecture - but not many E400d have reached that mileage yet.
Overall, a great, modern package - just make sure all the services were carried out properly.
Ian-27xza said:
I ran two of these engines, both in a W213 E220d.
First from 0 miles to 43,000 miles.
Second from 20,000 miles to 40,000 miles.
Pretty efficient (c.45-55mpg) without trying. Reasonably swift (0-60 in about 7.7 seconds).
For a 4 cylinder. 2.0 litre diesel I thought it was relatively refined and smooth.
There seems to be an issue with some of these engines at about 90,000 miles plus that requires quite a lot of headwork (£2-3k). I suspect this might also be the case with the E400d too as they share the same basic architecture - but not many E400d have reached that mileage yet.
Overall, a great, modern package - just make sure all the services were carried out properly.
I’ve seen chains elongate, usually through lack of servicing. Same for a few dead turbos, lack of servicing. It’s hardly ever through random mechanical breakdown. It’s a strong engine. Seen many that are 200k plus. First from 0 miles to 43,000 miles.
Second from 20,000 miles to 40,000 miles.
Pretty efficient (c.45-55mpg) without trying. Reasonably swift (0-60 in about 7.7 seconds).
For a 4 cylinder. 2.0 litre diesel I thought it was relatively refined and smooth.
There seems to be an issue with some of these engines at about 90,000 miles plus that requires quite a lot of headwork (£2-3k). I suspect this might also be the case with the E400d too as they share the same basic architecture - but not many E400d have reached that mileage yet.
Overall, a great, modern package - just make sure all the services were carried out properly.
Nox sensors… that’s a different story!
We have a 21 E220d coupe and a 69 A7 50 TDI, the merc is a lot quieter and smoother you only really notice the power difference at motorway speeds + which is impressive to say there is 100hp between them. If the E was my daily I would be more than happy with it.
Driving it from south London to North Lincolnshire we saw 65 MPG which is great for a big car and the 9 speed is a lot snappier than Audis 8 speed slushmatic!
Cheers,
Dan
Driving it from south London to North Lincolnshire we saw 65 MPG which is great for a big car and the 9 speed is a lot snappier than Audis 8 speed slushmatic!
Cheers,
Dan
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