Mercedes G 290 1993 D

Mercedes G class 1993 2.9 diesel description

Crossover / SUV Mercedes G 290 1993 D has been produced from September, 1993 to December, 1999. It has five-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.9 litres, which produces power of 95 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 192 Nm (Newton metres) on 2300 revolutions per minute.

This 5-cylinder 10-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has precombustion chamber fuel system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 400 up to 670 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Mercedes G class 2.9 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 7 litres.

Mercedes G 290 1993 D has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes G 290 1993 D accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 24.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 137 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this version of Mercedes G 290 1993 D reported by owners in daily driving mode is 11.3 litres per 100km.

Mercedes G class 1993

Mercedes G 290 1993 D technical data

Model: Mercedes G 290 1993 D
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 1993. September ... 1999. December 
Engine: 2874 cm3 Diesel, 5 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 95 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 192 NM ON 2300 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 137 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 24.8 seconds
Fuel consumption: 11.3 l/100km (20.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 96 litres (25.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.58m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.94m (height)
Turning diameter: 13.3 meters
Gross weight: 2800 kg

Mercedes G 290 1993 D engine OM602 290D

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 400,000 to 670,000 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 2874 cm3
Number of cylinders 5
Bore (cylinder diameter) 89 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 92.4 mm
Compression ratio 22 : 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 Precombustion chamber
Mercedes G 290 1993 D oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 7 litres (7.4 quarts)
Power 95 - 98 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 192 NM ON 2300 RPM
Start of production (year) 1985
Duration of production 16 years

All Mercedes G class crossover [1993 - 2000] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mercedes G 230 1993 4x4 Sep 1993 — Apr 1994

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.3 Petrol 126 HP 15.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes G 290 1993 D 4x4 Sep 1993 — Dec 1999

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.9 Diesel 95 HP - Manual (5)
Mercedes G 300 1993 4x4 Sep 1993 — Apr 1994 3.0 Petrol 170 HP 17.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes G 300 1993 D 4x4 Sep 1993 — Apr 1994 3.0 Diesel 113 HP 14.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes G 300 1996 TD 4x4 Nov 1996 — Sep 2000

Most powerfull diesel version (177 HP)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 177 HP 12.1 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes G 320 1994 4x4 Apr 1994 — Jun 1998

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

3.2 Petrol 211 HP 15.4 l/100km Automatic (4)
Mercedes G 320 1998 4x4 Jun 1998 — Sep 2000

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.2 Petrol 215 HP 15.3 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes G 350 1993 TD 4x4 Sep 1993 — Nov 1996 3.4 Diesel 136 HP 14.1 l/100km Automatic (4)
Mercedes G 500 1998 4x4 Jun 1998 — Sep 2000

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds

5.0 Petrol 296 HP 16.7 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes G class 1993 reviews
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