Mercedes G 270 2002 CDI (3 door)

Mercedes G class 2000 2.7 diesel description

Crossover / SUV Mercedes G 270 2002 CDI has been produced from January, 2002 to July, 2006. It has five-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.7 litres, which produces power of 156 horsepower on 3800 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 1800 revolutions per minute.

This 5-cylinder 20-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and 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 G class 2.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

Mercedes G 270 2002 CDI has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes G 270 2002 CDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 160 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes G 270 2002 CDI fuel consumption is 10.9 litres per 100km (9.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Mercedes G klase 2000 - 2008 version, fuel consumption in city - 12.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 9.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 96 litres or 25.36 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 13 litres per 100 km, which is 19% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes G class fuel consumption.

Mercedes G class 2000

Mercedes G 270 2002 CDI technical data

Model: Mercedes G 270 2002 CDI
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2002. January ... 2006. July 
Engine: 2685 cm3 Diesel, 5 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 156 HP ON 3800 RPM Torque: 400 NM ON 1800 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 160 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 13.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 10.9 (combined) 12.8 (urban) 9.6 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 13 l/100km (18.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 96 litres (25.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.21m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.93m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.3 meters
Gross weight: 2850 kg

Mercedes G 270 2002 CDI engine OM612

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 2685 cm3
Number of cylinders 5
Bore (cylinder diameter) 88 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 88.3 mm
Compression ratio 18 : 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 Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Mercedes G 270 2002 CDI oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Power 156 - 170 HP ON 3800 RPM
Torque 330 - 400 NM ON 1800 RPM
Start of production (year) 1999
Duration of production 8 years
Engine also used on Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML and 2 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 G class crossover [2000 - 2008] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption
Mercedes G 270 2002 CDI 4x4 Jan 2002 — Jul 2006

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.7 Diesel 156 HP 10.9 l/100km
Mercedes G 320 2006 CDI 4x4 Jul 2006 — Jan 2008 3.0 Diesel 224 HP -
Mercedes G 320 2000 4x4 Sep 2000 — Jul 2006

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.2 Petrol 215 HP 15.3 l/100km
Mercedes G 400 2000 CDI 4x4 Sep 2000 — Jul 2006

Most powerfull diesel version (250 HP)

4.0 Diesel 250 HP 12.8 l/100km
Mercedes G 500 2000 4x4 Sep 2000 — Jul 2006

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.7 seconds

5.0 Petrol 296 HP 16.7 l/100km
Mercedes G 500 2006 4x4 Jul 2006 — Jan 2008

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.7 seconds

5.0 Petrol 296 HP 16.7 l/100km
Mercedes G class 2000 reviews
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