Mercedes ML 2001 320 2001
Mercedes ML 2001 3.2 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Mercedes ML 2001 320 2001 has been produced from September, 2001 to October, 2002. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.2 litres, which produces power of 218 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 310 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes ML 3.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
Mercedes ML 2001 320 2001 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes ML 2001 320 2001 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 195 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes ML 2001 320 2001 fuel consumption is 13.5 litres per 100km (7.4 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 83 litres or 21.93 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
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.

Mercedes ML 2001 320 2001 technical data
Model: | Mercedes ML 320 2001 | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 2001. September ... 2002. October | ||
Engine: | 3199 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 324 g/km |
Power: | 218 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 310 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 195 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 13.5 (combined) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 13.6 l/100km (17.3 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: | 3365 kg |
Mercedes ML 2001 320 2001 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 ML 2001 320 2001 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
Power | 190 - 224 HP ON 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 - 315 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1997 |
Duration of production | 10 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Chrysler Crossfire and 6 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 |
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Mercedes ML 2.7 270 2001 CDI 4x4
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
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) |