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Mercedes M-Class W163 | 1997-2005

Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
M-Class
Model Years:
1998 - 2005
Production Years:
1997 - 2005
Model Years (Trim):
Production Code:
W163
Trim Levels:
ML270 CDI, ML320, ML350, ML400 CDI, ML430, ML500, ML55 AMG
Base Price:
Fully Loaded:
# Made (by trim level):
Total Produced:
Class:
Mid-size Luxury Crossover SUV
Body Style:
SUV
Layout:
Front-engine/RWD/AWD
Interior Volume:
Trunk Volume:
44.7 cu ft
Front Head/Leg Room:
39.8 inches/ 40.3 inches
Rear Head/Leg Room:
39.7 inches/ 38 inches
Engine Type:
I4
Displacement:
2.3 Liters
Engine Code:
M111.970
Years Offered:
Countries Available:
# Produced:
Max Power @ RPM:
150 HP
Max Torque @ RPM:
162 lb-ft
Forced Induction:
Max Boost Pressure:
Redline:
HP/L:
Bore/Stroke:
90.9mm/88.4mm
Compression Ratio:
10.4:1
Firing Order:
Block Material:
Iron
Head Material:
Aluminum
Engine Management:
Fuel Delivery System:
Recommended Octane:
Valvetrain Type:
DOHC
# of Valves:
16 valves
Fuel Type:
Gas
Fuel Capacity:
19 gal
Recommended Oil:
Oil Volume:
Coolant Volume:
Coolant Type:

Vehicles with this engine

Driveline Type:
Automatic
Transmission Type:
Mercedes-Benz
Transmission Code:
5G-Tronic
1st Gear Ratio/Max RPM/MPH:
2nd Gear Ratio/Max RPM/MPH:
3nd Gear Ratio/Max RPM/MPH:
4th Gear Ratio/Max RPM/MPH:
5th Gear Ratio/Max RPM/MPH:
6th Gear Ratio/Max RPM/MPH:
7th Gear Ratio/Max RPM/MPH:
8th Gear Ratio/Max RPM/MPH:
Final Drive Ratio:
Axle Ratio:
Differential:
Axle Size:
Fluid Type:
236.14
Fluid Capacity:
Reverse Ratio:

Vehicles with this transmission

Platform:
Weight:
4,200 lb
Front/Rear:
Steering Type:
Lock to Lock:
Wheel Base:
111 inches
Length:
180.6 inches - 182.6 inches
Width:
72.2 inches - 74.6 inches
Height:
69.9 inches - 71.7 inches
Front Track:
Rear Track:
Front Suspension Type:
Rear Suspension Type:
Front Brakes:
Front Disc/Drum Size:
Front Caliper Size:
Rear Brakes:
Rear Disc/Drum Size:
Rear Caliper Size:
Fuel Capacity:
ABS:
Stability Control:
Stability Control Defeat:
Traction Control:
Hub Diameter:
Wheel Size Front:
Wheel Size Rear:
Tire Type:
Front Tires:
Rear Tires:
Bolt Pattern:
Stock Offset:
Camber:
Toe:
0-30 MPH:
0-60 MPH:
0-100 MPH:
0-150 MPH:
0-200 MPH:
1/4 Mile @ MPH:
Top Gear 30-50 MPH:
Top Gear 50-70 MPH:
Top Speed:
Top Speed Limited By:
Braking 60-0 MPH:
Braking 100-0 MPH:
Skidpad:
Idle dBA:
Full Throttle dBA:
Cruise dBA @ MPH:
Lb/Hp:
EPA City/Highway:
15 mpg/ 20 mpg
Range:
285 mi - 380 mi
Turning Circle:
37 ft
Cd:
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