Mercedes G 300 1996 TD (3 door)

Mercedes G class 1993 3.0 diesel description

Crossover / SUV Mercedes G 300 1996 TD has been produced from November, 1996 to September, 2000. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 177 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 330 Nm (Newton metres) on 1600 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has precombustion chamber fuel system and turbine. 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. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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 1996 TD has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes G 300 1996 TD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 164 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mercedes G 300 1996 TD in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 12.1 litres per 100km (8.3 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Mercedes G klase 1993 - 2000 version, fuel consumption in city - 14.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 10.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 96 litres or 25.36 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 13.7 litres per 100 km, which is 13% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes G class fuel consumption.

Mercedes G class 3.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Mercedes G class 1993

Mercedes G 300 1996 TD technical data

Model: Mercedes G 300 1996 TD
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 1996. November ... 2000. September 
Engine: 2996 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 177 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 330 NM ON 1600 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Maximum speed: 164 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 14.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 12.1 (combined) 14.6 (urban) 10.6 (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: 4.32m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.93m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.3 meters
Gross weight: 2860 kg

Mercedes G 300 1996 TD engine OM606 300TD

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
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.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 150,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Precombustion chamber
Mercedes G 300 1996 TD oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) More service info
Power 177 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 330 NM ON 1600 RPM
Start of production (year) 1993
Duration of production 8 years
Engine also used on Mercedes E klase Mercedes S klase

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 [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 15.2 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 16.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes G 300 1993 D 4x4 Sep 1993 — Apr 1994 3.0 Diesel 113 HP 13.9 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 3.2 Petrol 211 HP 15.4 l/100km Automatic (4)
Mercedes G 320 1998 4x4 Jun 1998 — Sep 2000 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 7.3 seconds
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

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