The SsangYong e — XDi 250 is a 2,497 cc, inline‑four turbo‑diesel engine produced from 2012 to present. It features common — rail direct injection, dual overhead camshafts (DOHC), and a variable geometry turbocharger (VGT). In standard form it delivers 125 kW (170 PS) and 400 Nm of torque, offering strong low — end pull ideal for towing and off — road use.
Fitted to models such as the Rexton (Y400), Korando (C200/C300), and Musso (Q200), the e — XDi 250 was engineered for durabil…
Production years 2012–2017 meet Euro 5 standards; 2018–2025 models comply with Euro 6d TEMP (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/4321).
The SsangYong e-XDi 250 is a 2,497 cc inline‑four turbo‑diesel engineered for mid‑size SUVs and pickups (2012–2025). It combines Bosch common‑rail injection with a single variable‑geometry turbocharger to deliver strong low‑rpm torque and robust towing capability. Designed to meet Euro 5 (later Euro 6d TEMP), it balances workhorse performance with regulatory compliance.
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
Displacement | 2,497 cc | |
Fuel type | Diesel (EN 590 compliant) | |
Configuration | Inline‑4, DOHC, 16‑valve | |
Aspiration | Turbocharged (VGT) | |
Bore × stroke | 91.0 mm × 96.0 mm | |
Power output | 125 kW (170 PS) @ 4,000 rpm | |
Torque | 400 Nm @ 1,400–2,800 rpm | |
Fuel system | Bosch CP4.2 common-rail (up to 2,000 bar) | |
Emissions standard | Euro 5 (2012–2017); Euro 6d TEMP (2018–2025) | |
Compression ratio | 16.0:1 | |
Cooling system | Water‑cooled with electric auxiliary pump | |
Turbocharger | Single variable‑geometry turbo (Honeywell Garrett) | |
Timing system | Chain (front‑mounted, maintenance‑free design) | |
Oil type | ACEA C3, SAE 5W‑30 (API CK-4) | |
Dry weight | 210 kg |
The SsangYong e-XDi 250 was used across SsangYong's Y400/C200/Q200 platforms with longitudinal mounting and no external licensing. This engine received platform-specific adaptations—reinforced mounts in the Musso pickup and revised cooling in the Rexton—and from mid-2020 the hardened camshaft update, creating minor service part distinctions. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.
The e-XDi 250's primary reliability risk is camshaft HPFP drive lobe wear in early builds, with elevated incidence in high-mileage or towing applications. SsangYong internal data from 2019 indicated a notable service rate for cam replacement before 120,000 km in fleet vehicles, while UK DVSA records show DPF-related limp-mode events in urban-driven examples. Extended high-load operation and marginal fuel quality increase cam stress, making oil quality and driving pattern critical.
Analysis derived from SsangYong technical bulletins (2013–2023) and UK DVSA failure statistics (2018–2025). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.
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The e-XDi 250 offers strong torque and durability, but early models (2012–mid-2020) had camshaft HPFP lobe wear concerns. Post-mid-2020 revisions improved cam hardness. With proper maintenance—using EN 590 diesel, ACEA C3 oil, and avoiding constant short trips—the engine can be robust beyond 250,000 km.
Top issues include camshaft HPFP drive lobe wear (especially pre-mid-2020), DPF clogging from short trips, EGR fouling, and VGT actuator failure. These are documented in SsangYong service bulletins SB-ENG-2019-04 and SY-TURBO-2021.
This engine powers the Rexton (Y400, 2012–2025), Korando (C200/C300, 2012–2025), and Musso pickup (Q200, 2018–2025). All variants are longitudinally mounted and meet Euro 5 or Euro 6d TEMP emissions depending on year.
Yes. Stage 1 ECU remaps typically yield +20–30 kW and +60–80 Nm safely, as the turbo and internals have headroom. However, tuning increases cam and HPFP stress—use only with high-quality fuel and extended warm-up cycles. No official SsangYong tuning support exists.
In a Rexton 4x4, expect ~8.5 L/100km (city) and ~6.0 L/100km (highway), or ~33 mpg UK combined. Real-world mixed driving typically yields 30–35 mpg UK. Economy suffers significantly with short trips due to DPF regeneration cycles.
Yes. The e-XDi 250 is an interference engine. If the timing chain fails (rare but possible), piston-to-valve contact can cause catastrophic damage. However, the chain is front-mounted and designed as maintenance-free for the engine’s life.
SsangYong specifies ACEA C3, SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil (API CK-4). This low-SAPS formulation protects the DPF and turbo. Change intervals should not exceed 15,000 km or 12 months, especially with towing or urban use.
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