Mercedes ML 2005 350 2005

Mercedes ML 2005 3.5 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Mercedes ML 2005 350 2005 has been produced from July, 2005 to July, 2008. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.5 litres, which produces power of 272 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 2400 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by double-row chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 290 up to 480 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes ML 3.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.

Mercedes ML 2005 350 2005 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes ML 2005 350 2005 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 225 km/h.

Mercedes ML 2005 350 2005 fuel consumption is 12 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.3 km/l), city fuel economy - 15 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 9.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 95 litres or 25.1 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 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 12.9 litres per 100 km, which is 8% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes ML fuel consumption.

Mercedes ML 2005

Mercedes ML 2005 350 2005 technical data

Model: Mercedes ML 350 2005
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2005. July ... 2008. July 
Engine: 3498 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 275 g/km
Power: 272 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 350 NM ON 2400 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (7 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 225 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 12.0 (combined) 15.0 (urban) 9.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 12.9 l/100km (18.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 95 litres (25.1 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.78m (length) 1.91m (width) 1.82m (height)
Turning diameter: 12 meters
Trunk capacity: 551 litres
Gross weight: 2830 kg

Mercedes ML 2005 350 2005 engine M272 KE35

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 290,000 to 480,000 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 3498 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 92.9 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 86 mm
Compression ratio 10.7 : 1
Camshaft drive Double-row 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 ML 2005 350 2005 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Power 258 - 272 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 340 - 350 NM ON 2400 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 13 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 2007 onwards.

Engine also used on Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes S klase and 7 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 ML crossover [2005 - 2008] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption
Mercedes ML 3.0 280 2005 CDI 4x4

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 190 HP 9.4 l/100km
Mercedes ML 3.0 320 2005 CDI 4x4

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 224 HP 9.4 l/100km
Mercedes ML 3.5 350 2005 4x4

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.5 Petrol 272 HP 12.0 l/100km
Mercedes ML 4.0 420 2006 CDI 4x4 Jun 2006 — Jul 2008

Most powerfull diesel version (306 HP)

4.0 Diesel 306 HP 11.0 l/100km
Mercedes ML 5.0 500 2005 4x4 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 5.0 Petrol 306 HP 13.0 l/100km
Mercedes ML 5.5 500 2007 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jul 2008 5.5 Petrol 388 HP -
Mercedes ML 6.2 63 2006 AMG 4x4 Feb 2006 — Jul 2008

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5 seconds

6.2 Petrol 510 HP 16.0 l/100km
Mercedes ML 2005 reviews
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