Mercedes Vito 2003 2.1 diesel description
Minivan / MPV Mercedes Vito 2003 115 2003 CDI 4MATIC has been produced from January, 2003 to January, 2010. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.1 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 3800 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mercedes Vito 2003 - 2010 version and torque 330 Nm (Newton metres) on 1800 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard.
More engine specs
This Mercedes Vito 2.1 engine oil type is 5W-40, MB 229.5 / 229.51 and oil capacity is 8.2 litres.
Mercedes Vito 2003 115 2003 CDI 4MATIC has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.

Mercedes Vito 2003 115 2003 CDI 4MATIC technical data
Model: | Mercedes Vito 115 2003 CDI 4MATIC | ||
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Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
Production period: | 2003. January ... 2010. January | ||
Engine: | 2148 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 150 HP ON 3800 RPM | Torque: | 330 NM ON 1800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | no data | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres (19.8 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.75m (length) 1.91m (width) 1.90m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters |
Mercedes Vito 2003 115 2003 CDI 4MATIC engine OM646 220 CDI
Engine displacement | 2148 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
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. More service info |
Timing chain change interval | 400,000 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 | 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 Vito 2003 115 2003 CDI 4MATIC oil type | 5W-40, MB 229.5 / 229.51 |
Oil capacity | 8.2 litres (8.7 quarts) More service info |
Power | 129 - 150 HP ON 3800 RPM |
Torque | 305 - 340 NM ON 1800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2002 |
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 2005 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Mercedes C klase Mercedes E 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. |
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All Mercedes Vito minivan [2003 - 2010] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Mercedes Vito 2.1 109 2003 CDI
Sep 2003 — Jan 2010 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 19.4 seconds |
2.1 Diesel | 88 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes Vito 2.1 111 2003 CDI | 2.1 Diesel | 109 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes Vito 2.1 111 2003 CDI | 2.1 Diesel | 109 HP | - | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes Vito 2.1 111 2003 CDI 4MATIC 4x4 | 2.1 Diesel | 109 HP | - | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Mercedes Vito 2.1 115 2003 CDI
Most powerfull version (150 HP) |
2.1 Diesel | 150 HP | - | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
Mercedes Vito 2.1 115 2003 CDI 4MATIC 4x4
Most powerfull version (150 HP) |
2.1 Diesel | 150 HP | - | Automatic (5) | All wheel |