Mercedes C 320 2003
Mercedes C class 2000 3.2 petrol description
Sedan Mercedes C 320 2003 has been produced from January, 2003 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, 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 C class 3.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
Mercedes C 320 2003 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes C 320 2003 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 245 km/h.
Mercedes C 320 2003 fuel consumption is 10.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 16.1 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 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 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 2000 AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 10.5 litres per 100 km
- Mercedes C 320 2002 4Matic AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 11.3 litres per 100 km
Mercedes C 320 2003 technical data
| Model: | Mercedes C 320 2003 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2003. January ... 2004. March | ||
| Engine: | 3199 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 260 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: | 245 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.8 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.8 (combined) 16.1 (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 2003 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 2003 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 [2000 - 2004] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |