Mercedes G class 1993 3.0 diesel description
Crossover / SUV Mercedes G 300 1993 D has been produced from September, 1993 to April, 1994. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 113 horsepower on 4600 rpm and torque 191 Nm (Newton metres) on 2700 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has precombustion chamber fuel system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 400 000 to 670 000 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 G class 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
Mercedes G 300 1993 D has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
The maximum speed of this car is 135 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes G 300 1993 D in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 14 litres per 100km (7.1 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 96 litres or 25.36 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.

Mercedes G 300 1993 D technical data
Model: | Mercedes G 300 1993 D | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 1993. September ... 1994. April | ||
Engine: | 2996 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 113 HP ON 4600 RPM | Torque: | 191 NM ON 2700 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Maximum speed: | 135 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 14.0 (combined) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 96 litres (25.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.64m (length) 1.69m (width) 1.96m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 13.3 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 2500 kg |
Mercedes G 300 1993 D engine OM603 300D
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 | 2996 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 87 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 84 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 300 1993 D oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
Power | 109 - 113 HP ON 4600 RPM |
Torque | 185 - 191 NM ON 2700 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1984 |
Duration of production | 13 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase |
All Mercedes G class crossover [1993 - 2000] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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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) |
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) |