Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class W163 (1997–2005)

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W163 (1997–2005), 1998–2003. Gasoline · 3.2 L · 215 hp · 5-speed automatic · All-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 9.5 s and top speed 112 mph.

W163 (1997–2005) 1998 - 2003
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
3.2 L
Horsepower
215
Torque
229 lb-ft
Transmission
5-speed automatic
Drive
All-wheel drive
0–60 mph
9.5 s
Top speed
112 mph
Curb weight
4 lbs
Wheelbase
2819 mm
Dimensions
4661 × 1872 × 1796 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
15.0 / 18.0 / 16.0 mpg

General information

Brand country Germany
Vehicle class SUV
Doors 4
Seats 5
Steering side Left-hand drive

Dimensions

Length 4661 mm
Width 1872 mm
Height 1796 mm
Wheelbase 2819 mm
Clearance 9 mm
Wheel size 16-inch wheels

Volume and weight

Fuel tank capacity 19.8 gal
Curb weight 4 lbs
Gross weight 6 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 3.2 L
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Horsepower 215 hp
Torque 229 lb-ft
Cylinders 6
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Sequential multi-point fuel injection
Compression ratio 10
Valvetrain SOHC

Transmission

Transmission 5-speed automatic
Gears 5
Drive All-wheel drive

Performance

Top speed 112 mph
0–60 mph 9.5 s
Fuel economy city 15.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 18.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 16.0 mpg
Fuel type Premium unleaded (required)

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent
Rear suspension Independent
Front brakes Ventilated disc
Rear brakes Ventilated disc

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