Mercedes C 320 2004

Mercedes C class 2004 3.2 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes C 320 2004 has been produced from March, 2004 to July, 2005. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.2 litres, which produces power of 218 horsepower on 5700 rpm and torque 310 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 18-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes C class 3.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

Mercedes C 320 2004 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes C 320 2004 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 245 km/h.

Mercedes C 320 2004 fuel consumption is 10.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.8 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 14.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 800 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Mercedes C class fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other Mercedes C class versions - with manual gearbox (Mercedes C 320 2004 MT), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (Mercedes C 320 2004 4Matic AT 4x4) available:
  • Mercedes C 320 2004 MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 10.9 litres per 100 km
  • Mercedes C 320 2004 4Matic AT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 10.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 10.4 litres per 100 km
Mercedes C class 2004

Mercedes C 320 2004 technical data

Model: Mercedes C 320 2004
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2004. March ... 2005. July 
Engine: 3199 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 242 g/km
Power: 218 HP ON 5700 RPM Torque: 310 NM ON 3000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 245 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 10.2 (combined) 14.9 (urban) 7.7 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10.4 l/100km (22.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 62 litres (16.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.53m (length) 1.73m (width) 1.43m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters
Gross weight: 1800 kg

Mercedes C 320 2004 engine M112 E32

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 3199 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 89.9 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 84 mm
Compression ratio 10 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Mercedes C 320 2004 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Power 190 - 224 HP ON 5700 RPM
Torque 270 - 315 NM ON 3000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1997
Duration of production 10 years
Engine also used on Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Chrysler Crossfire and 6 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Mercedes C class sedan [2004 - 2007] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Mercedes C 180 2004 Kompressor

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 143 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 180 2004 Kompressor 1.8 Petrol 143 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2004 Kompressor 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2004 Kompressor 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.8 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 230 2004 Kompressor Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 1.8 Petrol 192 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 230 2004 Kompressor Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 1.8 Petrol 192 HP 8.9 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Jul 2005

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.1 Diesel 122 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 2.1 Diesel 122 HP 6.6 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 220 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Jul 2005

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.1 Diesel 150 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 220 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 2.1 Diesel 150 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 230 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 2.5 Petrol 204 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 230 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 2.5 Petrol 204 HP 9.3 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2004 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 10.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2004 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 10.2 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2004 4Matic 4x4 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 10.6 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes C 270 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Feb 2005 2.7 Diesel 170 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 270 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Feb 2005 2.7 Diesel 170 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 280 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 280 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 280 2005 4Matic 4x4 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.8 l/100km Automatic (7) All wheel
Mercedes C 320 2005 CDI Jun 2005 — Mar 2007 3.0 Diesel 224 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2005 CDI Jan 2005 — Mar 2007 3.0 Diesel 224 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 30 2004 CDI AMG Mar 2004 — Dec 2004

Most powerfull diesel version (231 HP)

3.0 Diesel 231 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2004 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 10.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2004 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 10.2 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2004 4Matic 4x4 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 10.7 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes C 350 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 9.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 350 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 350 2005 4Matic 4x4 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 10.3 l/100km Automatic (7) All wheel
Mercedes C 55 2004 AMG

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds

5.4 Petrol 367 HP 11.9 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C class 2004 reviews
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