Mercedes-Benz ML-Class W163 (1998–2009)

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W163 (1998–2009), 1998–2003. Gasoline · 3.2 L · 215 hp · Automatic 5-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive. 0–60 mph in 9.5 s and top speed 112 mph.

W163 (1998–2009) 1998 - 2003
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
3.2 L
Horsepower
215
Torque
229 lb-ft
Transmission
Automatic 5-spd
Drive
4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
0–60 mph
9.5 s
Top speed
112 mph
Curb weight
4630 lbs
Wheelbase
2819 mm
Dimensions
4526 × 1880 × 1763 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
15.0 / 19.0 / 16.0 mpg

General information

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

Dimensions

Length 4526 mm
Width 1880 mm
Height 1763 mm
Wheelbase 2819 mm
Clearance 8 mm
Front track 62 mm
Rear track 62 mm

Volume and weight

Fuel tank capacity 19.8 gal
Curb weight 4630 lbs
Gross weight 6000 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 3.2 L
Horsepower 215 hp
Torque 229 lb-ft
Cylinders 6
Valves per cylinder 3
Fuel system Sequential multi-point fuel injection
Compression ratio 10
Bore and stroke 89.9 mm x 84.0 mm
Engine code M112
Valvetrain SOHC

Transmission

Transmission Automatic 5-spd
Gears 5
Drive 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

Performance

Top speed 112 mph
0–60 mph 9.5 s
Fuel economy city 15.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 19.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 16.0 mpg
Fuel type Premium unleaded (required)

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent double wishbone
Rear suspension Independent multi-link
Front brakes Ventilated disc
Rear brakes Ventilated disc

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