Mercedes C 32 2001 AMG

Mercedes C class 2000 3.2 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes C 32 2001 AMG has been produced from January, 2001 to March, 2004. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.2 litres, which produces power of 354 horsepower on 6100 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mercedes C klase 2000 - 2004 version and torque 450 Nm (Newton metres) on 4400 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 and compressor 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 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes C class 3.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

Mercedes C 32 2001 AMG has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes C 32 2001 AMG accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes C 32 2001 AMG fuel consumption is 11.5 litres per 100km (8.7 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 520 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 13.5 litres per 100 km, which is 17% more than the manufacturer's stated. 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 class 2000

Mercedes C 32 2001 AMG technical data

Model: Mercedes C 32 2001 AMG
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2001. January ... 2004. March 
Engine: 3199 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 354 HP ON 6100 RPM Torque: 450 NM ON 4400 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 11.5 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 13.5 l/100km (17.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 62 litres (16.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.53m (length) 1.73m (width) 1.42m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters

Mercedes C 32 2001 AMG engine M112 E32 ML

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 9 : 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 32 2001 AMG oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Power 354 HP ON 6100 RPM
Torque 450 NM ON 4400 RPM
Start of production (year) 1997
Duration of production 10 years
Engine also used on Mercedes SLK

All Mercedes C class sedan [2000 - 2004] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Mercedes C 180 2002 Kompressor Jul 2002 — Mar 2004

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 143 HP 8.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 180 2002 Kompressor Jul 2002 — Mar 2004

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 143 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2002 Kompressor Jul 2002 — Mar 2004 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2002 Kompressor Jul 2002 — Mar 2004 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.7 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 180 2000 Oct 2000 — Jul 2002

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 129 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 180 2000 Oct 2000 — Jul 2002 2.0 Petrol 129 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2000 Kompressor Mai 2000 — Jul 2002 2.0 Petrol 163 HP 9.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2000 Kompressor Mai 2000 — Jul 2002 2.0 Petrol 163 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2000 CDI Oct 2000 — Mar 2004

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.1 Diesel 115 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2000 CDI Oct 2000 — Mar 2004 2.1 Diesel 115 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 220 2000 CDI 2.1 Diesel 143 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 220 2000 CDI 2.1 Diesel 143 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2000 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 11.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2000 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 10.7 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2002 4Matic 4x4 Sep 2002 — Mar 2004 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 11.2 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes C 270 2000 CDI Sep 2000 — Mar 2004 2.7 Diesel 170 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 270 2000 CDI Sep 2000 — Mar 2004 2.7 Diesel 170 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 30 2002 CDI AMG Nov 2002 — Mar 2004

Most powerfull diesel version (231 HP)

3.0 Diesel 231 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2003 Jan 2003 — Mar 2004 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 10.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2000 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 10.5 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2002 4Matic Sep 2002 — Mar 2004 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 11.3 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 32 2001 AMG Jan 2001 — Mar 2004

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds

3.2 Petrol 354 HP 11.5 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C class 2000 reviews
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