Mercedes G 400 2000 CDI (3 door)

Mercedes G class 2000 4.0 diesel description

Crossover / SUV Mercedes G 400 2000 CDI has been produced from September, 2000 to July, 2006. It has eight-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 4.0 litres, which produces power of 250 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 560 Nm (Newton metres) on 1700 revolutions per minute.

This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and GT1749V turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 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 4.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 10.5 litres.

Mercedes G 400 2000 CDI has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes G 400 2000 CDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes G 400 2000 CDI fuel consumption is 12.8 litres per 100km (7.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 16.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 11 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 96 litres or 25.36 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 740 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 13.7 litres per 100 km, which is 7% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes G class fuel consumption.

Mercedes G class 2000

Mercedes G 400 2000 CDI technical data

Model: Mercedes G 400 2000 CDI
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2000. September ... 2006. July 
Engine: 3996 cm3 Diesel, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: 340 g/km
Power: 250 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 560 NM ON 1700 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 180 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 12.8 (combined) 16.1 (urban) 11.0 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 13.7 l/100km (17.2 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 400 2000 CDI engine OM628

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 3996 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 86 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 86 mm
Compression ratio 18.5 : 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 400 2000 CDI oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 10.5 litres (11.1 quarts)
Power 250 - 260 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 560 NM ON 1700 RPM
Start of production (year) 1999
Duration of production 6 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2002 onwards.

Engine also used on Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes S klase

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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