Mercedes ML 1998 320 1998

Mercedes ML 1998 3.2 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Mercedes ML 1998 320 1998 has been produced from March, 1998 to September, 2001. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.2 litres, which produces power of 218 horsepower on 5600 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 ML 3.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

Mercedes ML 1998 320 1998 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes ML 1998 320 1998 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.

Mercedes ML 1998 320 1998 fuel consumption is 13.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (7.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 18.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 11.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 72 litres or 19.02 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 520 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 640 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 ML fuel consumption.

Mercedes ML 1998

Mercedes ML 1998 320 1998 technical data

Model: Mercedes ML 320 1998
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 1998. March ... 2001. September 
Engine: 3199 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 330 g/km
Power: 218 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 310 NM ON 3000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 180 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 13.8 (combined) 18.2 (urban) 11.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 13.6 l/100km (17.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 72 litres (19 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.59m (length) 1.83m (width) 1.78m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.9 meters
Gross weight: 2650 kg

Mercedes ML 1998 320 1998 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 ML 1998 320 1998 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Power 190 - 224 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 270 - 315 NM ON 3000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1997
Duration of production 10 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2000 onwards.

Engine also used on Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase 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 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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