Mercedes-Benz R-Class (W251, facelift 2010) R 300 CDI V6 BlueEFFICIENCY (190 hp) G-TRONIC, 2010–2014

Diesel engine with 190 hp (140 kW) and 325 lb-ft (440 Nm), built 2010–2014, station wagon body, rear-wheel drive. The Mercedes-Benz R-Class (W251, facelift 2010) has 2 more powerful diesel versions.

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Power190 hp (140 kW)
Torque325 lb-ft (440 Nm)
0–62 mph9.5 s
Top speed134 mph (215 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine versionR 300 CDI V6 BlueEFFICIENCY (190 hp) G-TRONIC
Engine codeOM 642.870
Displacement3.0 L (2,987 cm³)
Cylinders6
Cylinder layoutV-engine
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemDiesel common rail
Compression ratio15-5
Engine oil capacity9.0 qt (8.5 l)
Engine systemsParticulate filter

Performance

Power190 hp (140 kW) @ 3800 rpm
Torque325 lb-ft (440 Nm) @ 1400-2800 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)9.5 s
Top speed134 mph (215 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City25 mpg (9.6-9.9 l/100 km)
Highway31 mpg (7.6-7.8 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions320 g/mi (199-206 g/km)
Emission standardEuro 5
Fuel tank21.1 gal (80 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleStation wagon
Doors5-7
Length193.8 in (4,922 mm)
Width75.7 in (1,922 mm)
Height65.9 in (1,674 mm)
Curb weight4,652 lb (2,110 kg)
Gross vehicle weight6,261 lb (2,840 kg)
Cargo volume19.4 cu ft (550 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveRear-wheel drive
Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensionIndependent multi-link, coil spring, stabilizer bar
Tires235/65 R17
WheelsR17
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Mercedes-Benz R-Class with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Mercedes-Benz R-Class (W251, facelift 2010) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
R 300 CDI V6 BlueEFFICIENCY (190 hp) G-TRONICDiesel190 hp (140 kW)
R 300 V6 (232 hp) G-TRONICGasoline232 hp (171 kW)
R 350 CDI V6 (265 hp) 4MATIC G-TRONICDiesel265 hp (195 kW)
R 350 CDI V6 (265 hp) 4MATIC G-TRONICDiesel265 hp (195 kW)
R 350 V6 (272 hp) 4MATIC G-TRONICGasoline272 hp (200 kW)
R 350 V6 BlueEFFICIENCY (306 hp) 4MATIC G-TRONICGasoline306 hp (225 kW)

← All Mercedes-Benz R-Class (W251, facelift 2010) engines

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