Mercedes ML 2001 270 2001 CDI

Mercedes ML 2001 2.7 diesel description

Crossover / SUV Mercedes ML 2001 270 2001 CDI has been produced from September, 2001 to July, 2005. It has five-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.7 litres, which produces power of 163 horsepower on 4200 rpm and torque 370 Nm (Newton metres) on 1600 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. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes ML 2.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

Mercedes ML 2001 270 2001 CDI has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes ML 2001 270 2001 CDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 185 km/h.

Mercedes ML 2001 270 2001 CDI fuel consumption is 9.4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.6 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Mercedes ML 2001 - 2005 version, city fuel economy - 12.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 83 litres or 21.93 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1060 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Mercedes ML fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes ML version with automatic gearbox (Mercedes ML 2.7 270 2001 CDI AT 4x4) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.5 seconds faster (in 11.7 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 9.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 10.6 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes ML 2001

Mercedes ML 2001 270 2001 CDI technical data

Model: Mercedes ML 270 2001 CDI
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2001. September ... 2005. July 
Engine: 2688 cm3 Diesel, 5 cylinders CO2 emissions: 248 g/km
Power: 163 HP ON 4200 RPM Torque: 370 NM ON 1600 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 185 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.4 (combined) 12.4 (urban) 7.7 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.3 l/100km (25.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 83 litres (21.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.64m (length) 1.84m (width) 1.82m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.9 meters
Gross weight: 3500 kg

Mercedes ML 2001 270 2001 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 ML 2001 270 2001 CDI oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Power 156 - 170 HP ON 4200 RPM
Torque 330 - 400 NM ON 1600 RPM
Start of production (year) 1999
Duration of production 8 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 C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes G klase 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 ML crossover [2001 - 2005] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mercedes ML 2.7 270 2001 CDI 4x4

Most fuel efficient diesel version
Only version with manual transmission

2.7 Diesel 163 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes ML 2.7 270 2001 CDI 4x4 2.7 Diesel 163 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes ML 3.2 320 2001 4x4 Sep 2001 — Oct 2002

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.2 Petrol 218 HP 13.5 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes ML 3.7 350 2002 4x4 Oct 2002 — Jul 2005 3.7 Petrol 245 HP 14.1 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes ML 4.0 400 2001 CDI 4x4

Most powerfull diesel version (250 HP)

4.0 Diesel 250 HP 10.9 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes ML 5.0 500 2001 4x4 5.0 Petrol 292 HP 14.6 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes ML 5.4 55 2001 AMG 4x4 Sep 2001 — Feb 2004

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds

5.4 Petrol 347 HP 14.8 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes ML 2001 reviews
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