Mercedes C 320 2002 4Matic Combi
Mercedes C class 2001 3.2 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Mercedes C 320 2002 4Matic Combi has been produced from September, 2002 to March, 2004. 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 2002 4Matic Combi has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes C 320 2002 4Matic Combi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 235 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes C 320 2002 4Matic Combi fuel consumption is 11.8 litres per 100km (8.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 16.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 520 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 720 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Mercedes C class fuel consumption.
Mercedes C class safety
During safety testing Mercedes C class has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mercedes C class is evaluated with five stars, and for pedestrian protection Mercedes C class got two stars.
- Mercedes C 320 2003 Combi MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 11.3 litres per 100 km
- Mercedes C 320 2001 Combi AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 11.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 11.4 litres per 100 km

Mercedes C 320 2002 4Matic Combi technical data
Model: | Mercedes C 320 2002 4Matic Combi | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 2002. September ... 2004. March | ||
Engine: | 3199 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 283 g/km |
Power: | 218 HP ON 5700 RPM | Torque: | 310 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 235 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.3 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.8 (combined) 16.4 (urban) 8.5 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 12.4 l/100km (19 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres (16.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.54m (length) 1.73m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 1500 kg |
Mercedes C 320 2002 4Matic Combi 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 |
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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 2002 4Matic Combi 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 estate car [2001 - 2004] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Mercedes C 180 2002 Kompressor Combi
Jul 2002 — Mar 2004 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 143 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 180 2002 Kompressor Combi
Jul 2002 — Mar 2004 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 143 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 200 2002 Kompressor Combi Jul 2002 — Mar 2004 | 1.8 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 200 2002 Kompressor Combi Jul 2002 — Mar 2004 | 1.8 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 180 2001 Combi
Jan 2001 — Jul 2002 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 129 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 180 2001 Combi Jan 2001 — Jul 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 129 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 200 2001 Kompressor Combi Jan 2001 — Jul 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 200 2001 Kompressor Combi Jan 2001 — Jul 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 200 2001 CDI Combi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.1 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 200 2001 CDI Combi | 2.1 Diesel | 115 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 220 2001 CDI Combi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.1 Diesel | 143 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 220 2001 CDI Combi | 2.1 Diesel | 143 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 240 2001 Combi | 2.6 Petrol | 170 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 240 2001 Combi | 2.6 Petrol | 170 HP | 11.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 240 2002 4Matic Combi 4x4 Sep 2002 — Mar 2004 | 2.6 Petrol | 170 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Mercedes C 240 2002 4Matic Combi 4x4 Sep 2002 — Mar 2004 | 2.6 Petrol | 170 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes C 270 2001 CDI Combi | 2.7 Diesel | 170 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 270 2001 CDI Combi | 2.7 Diesel | 170 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 30 2002 CDI AMG Combi
Nov 2002 — Mar 2004 Most powerfull diesel version (231 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 320 2003 Combi Jan 2003 — Mar 2004 | 3.2 Petrol | 218 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 320 2001 Combi | 3.2 Petrol | 218 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes C 320 2002 4Matic Combi 4x4 Sep 2002 — Mar 2004 | 3.2 Petrol | 218 HP | 11.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes C 32 2001 AMG Combi
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds |
3.2 Petrol | 354 HP | 11.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |