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verified 2016 mercedes engines
2016 Used Mercedes Engines For Sale
62 verified 2016 Mercedes engines in stock, spanning 13 model lines — C Class (205 Type), E Class (212/207 Type), S Class (222/217 Type), GLE (166/292 Type), GLC (253 Type), CLA/GLA (117/156 Type), the 463 Type G63, and the Metris van four. Every unit is VIN-matched to your chassis Type code, compression-tested by ASE-certified technicians, photographed before shipment, and backed by up to a 3-year warranty plus 30-day money-back. Free freight nationwide.
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Browse 2016 Mercedes Engines by Model
Pick your 2016 Mercedes model to see exact fitments in stock. Mercedes catalogs engines by chassis Type code rather than by badge, so two cars wearing the same name can take different units — text us your VIN and a specialist confirms the match.
2016 C Class
205 Type (Sdn). C300 RWD/AWD (VIN 4J / 4K), C350e plug-in hybrid (VIN 4H), C450 (VIN 6E), and AMG C63 / C63s (VIN 8G / 8H).
2016 E Class
212 Type Sdn/SW and 207 Type Cpe/Conv. E250 diesel (2.1L), E350 (3.5L, gas & FFV), E400 (3.0L), E550 (4.7L), and AMG E63s (5.5L).
2016 S Class
222 Type Sdn and 217 Type Cpe. S550 RWD/AWD (US and Canada builds, 119.5" and 124.6" WB) plus the V12 S600 (VIN G7G).
2016 SL Class
231 Type SL550 roadster, plus 222/217 Type S-badged units cataloged under this line — check the Type code, not the badge.
2016 SLK
172 Type. SLK300 (2.0L turbo) and SLK350 (3.5L V6) — the folding-hardtop roadster four and six.
2016 CLS
218 Type. CLS400 RWD/AWD (3.0L biturbo, VIN 6F / 6H), CLS550 RWD/AWD (4.7L), and AMG CLS63s (5.5L).
2016 CLA Class
117 Type. CLA250 (2.0L turbo, VIN 4G / 4E) and the AMG CLA45 (VIN 5C) — transverse fours, not interchangeable with the C Class.
2016 GLA Class
156 Type. GLA250 (VIN 4G / 4E) and AMG GLA45 (VIN 5C). Shares the 117-family four with the CLA.
2016 GLC Class
253 Type. GLC300 in RWD and AWD — the first year of the GLC nameplate, replacing the GLK.
2016 GLE Class
166 Type SUV and 292 Type SUV Coupe. GLE300d, GLE350 RWD/AWD, GLE400, GLE450, GLE550e hybrid, and AMG GLE63 / GLE63s.
2016 GL Class
166 Type. GL350 (diesel), GL450 (3.0L biturbo), and GL550 (4.7L) — the full-size three-row, final year before the GLS rename.
2016 G Class
463 Type. The AMG G63 (VIN 7D) 5.5L biturbo V8 — body-on-frame, unique to this chassis.
2016 Metris
447 Type. The 2.0L turbo four (VIN 2E) from the mid-size commercial van — shares no fitment with the passenger cars.
Why Buy a 2016 Mercedes Engine from Auto Power Source
Every 2016 Mercedes engine we list is pulled from an inventory-verified donor vehicle, cataloged against its chassis Type code and VIN, and held in our climate-controlled warehouse pending sale. Each unit clears our six-step inspection — VIN-matching, ASE testing, noise & smoke verification, full visual inspection, multi-angle photography, and palletized shipping.
2016 is a wide year for Mercedes: the GLC nameplate arrives on the 253 Type, the GL is in its final season before becoming the GLS, and the E Class straddles the 212 sedan and the outgoing 207 coupe. Our ASE-certified technicians compression-test every cylinder and run a leak-down evaluation before any 2016 Mercedes engine is cleared for sale. You pay a fraction of dealer-new pricing for identical Mercedes engineering, ship free on a heavy-duty pallet anywhere in the continental U.S., and get up to a 3-year warranty plus 30-day money-back. Not sure which variant fits? Text your VIN and we will confirm.
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Your 2016 Mercedes Engine Options: Compared
Most 2016 Mercedes owners face four real choices when their engine fails:
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| Option |
Cost |
Reliability |
Warranty |
Fitment Match |
| Used OEM (this collection) |
$$$ Best Value |
High |
Up to 3 years |
VIN-matched |
| New OEM (dealer) |
$$$$$ 2-4× more |
High |
Manufacturer |
Exact |
| Aftermarket / Reman |
$$$$ |
Varies |
6-12 mo |
May adapt |
| Junkyard |
$ Cheapest |
Unknown |
None |
DIY |
Tested used OEM hits the sweet spot — same Mercedes engineering as new, fraction of the cost.
2016 Mercedes Engine Buying Guide
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Start with the chassis Type code, not the badge. Mercedes catalogs 2016 engines as 205, 212, 222, 166, 253 Type and so on. An S550 lives on both the 222 Sdn and the 217 Cpe, and those are cataloged as different units.
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Read the 6th and 7th VIN digits. This is how 2016 Mercedes separates variants that share a displacement — GLE350 RWD (5J) versus AWD (5H), CLS400 RWD (6F) versus AWD (6H), C300 RWD (4J) versus AWD (4K).
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Treat AMG units as separate engines. The C63/C63s (8G / 8H), E63s, CLS63s, GLE63/63s, and the 463 Type G63 use the 5.5L biturbo family and do not interchange with the non-AMG car of the same name.
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Watch the alternate fuels and hybrids. 2016 adds the C350e and GLE550e plug-ins, the E250 and GL350 diesels, and an E350 flex-fuel (FFV, VIN 8J) — each is distinct from the gasoline unit it resembles.
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Confirm market and wheelbase on the S Class. 2016 S550 AWD ships in US and Canada builds at 119.5" and 124.6" wheelbase (VIN G8F / F8F) — the donor market matters. Ask for the donor VIN; we provide it on request for any engine in our inventory.
Our ASE-certified technicians verify every one of these points against your VIN before any engine ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the warranty on a 2016 Mercedes engine?
Up to 3 years, depending on the specific unit. The exact warranty term is listed on each product page.
What does compression-tested mean?
ASE-certified technicians compression-test every cylinder and run a leak-down evaluation before any 2016 Mercedes engine is cleared for sale.
How long until delivery?
Prep and ship time is 3-5 business days. Transit time is 2-3 business days via freight carrier after dispatch.
Can I see photos before I buy?
Yes. Multi-angle photos of the actual unit are sent before payment.
Do I need my VIN?
Strongly recommended — more so on Mercedes than most makes. 2016 units are cataloged by chassis Type code and separated by the 6th and 7th VIN digits, so the badge on the trunk is not enough to match an engine.
What if I do not approve the photos?
Every dollar back — no restocking fees, no return freight charges.
Why is this cheaper than the dealer?
It is the same Mercedes engine, sourced from an inventory-verified donor vehicle rather than built new — you skip the dealer markup, not the engineering.
When can I reach customer service?
46,000+
engines + transmissions shipped
0%
fitment-related returns
All 50
states covered, free freight
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Our 6-Step Inspection & Shipping Process
Every 2016 Mercedes engine we ship has been through these six steps:
1. VIN-MatchingWe match the donor VIN to your VIN to confirm chassis Type code, engine code, emissions calibration, and drivetrain fit.
2. Tested & VerifiedASE-certified technicians compression-test every cylinder and run a leak-down evaluation on each engine.
3. Noise & Smoke VerificationUnits are run to verify normal mechanical sound and clean operation — catches wear static tests miss.
4. Visual InspectionEvery accessible component is inspected: turbos, manifolds, valve covers, accessories, sensor harnesses.
5. Photograph & CatalogMulti-angle photos sent to you BEFORE we ship, for your approval.
6. Palletize & ShipStrapped on a heavy-duty wooden pallet, shipped via freight at no charge.
What Our Customers Say
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— Bryan Perkins, 2026-03-25
Our Photos-Before-Shipment Guarantee
Before any 2016 Mercedes engine leaves our warehouse, we send you multi-angle photographs. You approve. If you do not approve, you get every dollar back — no questions, no restocking fees, no return freight charges. On top of 30-day money-back and up to a 3-year warranty.
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