Mercedes G class 2000 3.2 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Mercedes G 320 2000 Cabriolet has been produced from September, 2000 to July, 2006. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.2 litres, which produces power of 215 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 300 Nm (Newton metres) on 2800 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 18-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 310 000 to 520 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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This Mercedes G class 3.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
Mercedes G 320 2000 Cabriolet has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes G 320 2000 Cabriolet accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 173 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes G 320 2000 Cabriolet in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 15.3 litres per 100km (6.5 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 19.1 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 13.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 96 litres or 25.36 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 720 kilometers on highway.

Mercedes G 320 2000 Cabriolet technical data
Model: | Mercedes G 320 2000 Cabriolet | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 2000. September ... 2006. July | ||
Engine: | 3199 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 365 g/km |
Power: | 215 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 300 NM ON 2800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Maximum speed: | 173 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.9 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 15.3 (combined) 19.1 (urban) 13.1 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 96 litres (25.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.26m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.93m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 2810 kg |
Mercedes G 320 2000 Cabriolet engine M112 E32
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 | 3199 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 89.9 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 84 mm |
Compression ratio | 10 : 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 | Injection |
Mercedes G 320 2000 Cabriolet oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
Power | 190 - 224 HP ON 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 - 315 NM ON 2800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1997 |
Duration of production | 10 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Chrysler Crossfire and 5 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. |
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All Mercedes G class crossover [2000 - 2012] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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Mercedes G 320 2006 CDI Cabriolet 4x4
Jul 2006 — Jan 2012 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
3.0 Diesel | 224 HP | - |
Mercedes G 320 2000 Cabriolet 4x4
Sep 2000 — Jul 2006 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.2 Petrol | 215 HP | 15.3 l/100km |
Mercedes G 400 2000 CDI Cabriolet 4x4
Sep 2000 — Jul 2006 Most powerfull diesel version (250 HP) |
4.0 Diesel | 250 HP | 12.8 l/100km |
Mercedes G 500 2000 Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet 4x4
Jul 2006 — Jan 2012 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.7 seconds |
5.0 Petrol | 296 HP | 16.7 l/100km |