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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 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 manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes C 320 2004 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 248 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes C 320 2004 fuel consumption is 10.9 litres per 100km (9.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 16.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 780 kilometers on highway.
- Mercedes C 320 2004 AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 10.2 litres per 100 km
- Mercedes C 320 2004 4Matic AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.3 seconds later (in 8 seconds), but more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 2 % - 10.7 litres per 100 km
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: | 263 g/km |
| Power: | 218 HP ON 5700 RPM | Torque: | 310 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 248 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.7 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.9 (combined) 16.6 (urban) 7.8 (highway) | ||
| 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 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. |
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All Mercedes C class sedan [2004 - 2007] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |