Mercedes-BenzM272/M273Petrol3.0–6.2L V6/V82004–2015

Mercedes-Benz M272/M273 Engine – Specs, Reliability & Replacement Cost

The M272 and M273 are smooth, high-revving naturally aspirated V6 and V8 petrols – generally robust, but balance shaft wear is their defining risk. Backed by real UK specialist data [ESTIMATED].

Mercedes-Benz M272/M273 Engine – Specs, Reliability & Replacement Cost
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Jaguar M272 / M273 Engine Overview

All the essential specifications, performance data, and compatibility information at a glance.

Engine Family

M272 / M273

Fuel

Petrol

Configuration /
Displacement

V6 (2.5–3.5L) / V8 (5.0–6.2L) NA

Power Range

200–400+ hp

Years Produced

2004–2015

Models Fitted (BMW only)

Cross-Brand Fitment

Exclusive to Mercedes-Benz

Overall Engine Score

TBC/

★★★★☆

Verdict & Rating

Rating:

3

out of 5

75% confidence – based on UK specialist consensus and owner-forum reporting, pending proprietary enquiry data.

The M272/M273 are generally robust V6/V8s – but balance shaft sprocket wear (pre-2008) and intake manifold issues are common – buy with full history and listen for cold-start rattles.

Engine Score breakdown:

DimensionScore (of 20)

Reliability

3.0★ × 4 = 12

12 /20

Repair Cost

Reconditioned supply midpoint ~£4,250 – threshold £3,000–£4,999 → 16

16 /20

Repairability

Mixed: many repairs straightforward; balance shaft replacement and timing chain work are labour-intensive on V8s

12 /20

Parts Supply

Abundant – these were high-volume engines; parts widely available from Mercedes, aftermarket and breakers

20 /20

Replacement Economics

Reconditioned cost as % of lowest typical host value – £4,250 on a £2,500–£3,500 car is often 120%+ → 4

4 /20

Total Engine Score

64 / 100

Best for:

Enthusiasts wanting a smooth, powerful petrol Mercedes with a strong parts network and willing to address known issues pre-emptively.

Avoid if:

Budget buyers shopping sub-£3k examples; a major repair can easily exceed the car's value.

Compatible Jaguar Models

Jaguar Engine engines are fitted across 13+ models from 2004–2015.

Jaguar Exclusive Engine

This is an exclusive Jaguar engine. No cross-platform sharing.

2004
11 Years of Production
2015

C-Class

Generation

W204

Variant/Badge

C 280 / C 300 / C 350 (M272)

Years

2007–2014

C-Class

Generation

W203

Variant/Badge

C 280 / C 350 (M272)

Years

2004–2007

E-Class

Generation

W211

Variant/Badge

E 280 / E 300 / E 350 (M272); E 500 (M273)

Years

2005–2009

E-Class

Generation

W212

Variant/Badge

E 350 (M272); E 500 (M273)

Years

2009–2011

CLS-Class

Generation

W219

Variant/Badge

CLS 280 / CLS 350 (M272); CLS 500 (M273)

Years

2005–2010

CLS-Class

Generation

W218

Variant/Badge

CLS 350 (M272)

Years

2011–2014

S-Class

Generation

W221

Variant/Badge

S 350 (M272); S 500 / S 550 (M273)

Years

2005–2013

CL-Class

Generation

C216

Variant/Badge

CL 500 / CL 550 (M273)

Years

2006–2013

SL-Class

Generation

R230

Variant/Badge

SL 350 (M272); SL 500 (M273)

Years

2006–2011

SLK-Class

Generation

R171

Variant/Badge

SLK 280 / SLK 300 / SLK 350 (M272)

Years

2005–2011

SLK-Class

Generation

R172

Variant/Badge

SLK 350 (M272)

Years

2011–2015

ML-Class

Generation

W164

Variant/Badge

ML 280 / ML 350 (M272); ML 500 (M273)

Years

2005–2011

GL-Class

Generation

X164

Variant/Badge

GL 450 (M273)

Years

2006–2012

R-Class

Generation

W251

Variant/Badge

R 350 (M272); R 500 (M273)

Years

2006–2013

G-Class

Generation

W463

Variant/Badge

G 500 (M273)

Years

2006–2012

CLK-Class

Generation

C209

Variant/Badge

CLK 280 / CLK 350 (M272)

Years

2005–2009

CLK-Class

Generation

A209

Variant/Badge

CLK 280 / CLK 350 (M272)

Years

2005–2009

Sprinter

/ Vito

Generation

W906

Variant/Badge

V6 diesel derivative not included – petrol variants are rare

Years

–

S-Class

Generation

W220

Variant/Badge

S 500 (M113 – predecessor, not M273)

Years

Pre-2005, not included

CL-Class

Generation

C215

Variant/Badge

CL 500 (<Link href='https://mercedesengines.uk/engine/m113'>M113</Link> – predecessor)

Years

Pre-2006, not included

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Other Jaguar Models

Engine also appears in limited variants and markets.

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Compatibility Verified

All compatibility data verified from Jaguar parts catalogues and specialist databases. [JAGUAR-VERIFIED]

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Jaguar Engine Engine Price Guide

All prices are estimates from UK specialists

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USED

Supply Only

£1,000–£4,000

Fitted (Indie)

£1,800–£5,500

Warranty

3–6 months
Most Popular

RECONDITIONED

Supply Only

£2,500–£6,000

Fitted (Indie)

£3,300–£7,500

Warranty

12–24 months

REBUILT

Supply Only

£4,000–£8,000

Fitted (Indie)

£4,800–£9,500

Warranty

12–24 months
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Fitting an M272/M273 typically takes 10–14 hours at £65–£95/hr (independent) or £110–£160/hr (London/SE dealer) [ESTIMATED].

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