Mercedes ML 1998 270 1999 CDI

Mercedes ML 1998 2.7 diesel description

Crossover / SUV Mercedes ML 1998 270 1999 CDI has been produced from December, 1999 to September, 2001. It has five-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.7 litres, which produces power of 163 horsepower on 4200 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 1800 revolutions per minute.

This 5-cylinder 20-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 310 000 to 520 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes ML 2.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

Mercedes ML 1998 270 1999 CDI has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes ML 1998 270 1999 CDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 186 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mercedes ML 1998 270 1999 CDI in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.5 litres per 100km (10.5 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes ML 1998 - 2001 versions, city fuel economy - 12.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 10.6 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes ML fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes ML version with manual gearbox (Mercedes ML 2.7 270 1999 CDI MT 4x4) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 9.4 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes ML 1998

Mercedes ML 1998 270 1999 CDI technical data

Model: Mercedes ML 270 1999 CDI
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 1999. December ... 2001. September 
Engine: 2688 cm3 Diesel, 5 cylinders CO2 emissions: 250 g/km
Power: 163 HP ON 4200 RPM Torque: 400 NM ON 1800 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Maximum speed: 186 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.6 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.5 (combined) 12.2 (urban) 8.0 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10.6 l/100km (22.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.59m (length) 1.83m (width) 1.78m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.9 meters
Gross weight: 3365 kg

Mercedes ML 1998 270 1999 CDI engine OM612

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 2685 cm3
Number of cylinders 5
Bore (cylinder diameter) 88 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 88.3 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.

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 ML 1998 270 1999 CDI oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Power 156 - 170 HP ON 4200 RPM
Torque 330 - 400 NM ON 1800 RPM
Start of production (year) 1999
Duration of production 8 years
Engine also used on Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes G klase and 2 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 ML crossover [1998 - 2001] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mercedes ML 2.3 230 1998 4x4 Mar 1998 — Mai 2000

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.3 Petrol 150 HP 12.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes ML 2.7 270 1999 CDI 4x4 Dec 1999 — Sep 2001

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.7 Diesel 163 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes ML 2.7 270 1999 CDI 4x4 Dec 1999 — Sep 2001 2.7 Diesel 163 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes ML 3.2 320 1998 4x4 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 13.8 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes ML 4.3 430 1999 4x4 Mar 1999 — Sep 2001 4.3 Petrol 272 HP 13.9 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes ML 5.4 55 1999 AMG 4x4 Dec 1999 — Sep 2001

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds

5.4 Petrol 347 HP 14.4 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes ML 1998 reviews
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