Mercedes C 320 2005 CDI

Mercedes C class 2004 3.0 diesel description

Sedan Mercedes C 320 2005 CDI has been produced from January, 2005 to March, 2007. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 224 horsepower on 3800 rpm and torque 510 Nm (Newton metres) on 1600 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes C class 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30, MB 228.51/229.51 and oil capacity is 8.8 litres.

Mercedes C 320 2005 CDI has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes C 320 2005 CDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

Mercedes C 320 2005 CDI fuel consumption is 7.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (13.7 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 840 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 8.2 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes C class fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes C class version with manual gearbox (Mercedes C 320 2005 CDI MT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.2 seconds later (in 8.1 seconds), but more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 6.9 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes C class 3.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Mercedes C class 2004

Mercedes C 320 2005 CDI technical data

Model: Mercedes C 320 2005 CDI
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2005. January ... 2007. March 
Engine: 2987 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 224 HP ON 3800 RPM Torque: 510 NM ON 1600 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (7 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.3 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 8.2 l/100km (28.7 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: 1500 kg

Mercedes C 320 2005 CDI engine OM642 320/350 CDI

Engine displacement 2987 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 83 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 92 mm
Compression ratio 18 : 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.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 400,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Mercedes C 320 2005 CDI oil type 5W-30, MB 228.51/229.51
Oil capacity 8.8 litres (9.3 quarts) More service info
Power 211 - 235 HP ON 3800 RPM
Torque 440 - 540 NM ON 1600 RPM
Start of production (year) 2005
Duration of production 19 years
Engine also used on Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes S klase and 8 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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