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1999 Mercedes-Benz G 290 GD Turbodiesel Station Wagon lwb (Automatic / 4 Speed) 4×4 [1997-2001]

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Overview

1999 Mercedes-Benz G 290 GD Turbodiesel Station Wagon lwb (Automatic / 4 Speed) 4×4 [1997-2001]

The 1999 Mercedes-Benz G 290 GD Turbodiesel Station Wagon lwb, offered in Europe from April 1997 to May 2001, is a 5-door, 4-wheel drive (4×4 part-time) off-road wagon model with a 2.14/1 transfer case. It includes a 2874 cm3 Diesel engine Line 5 (Daimler-Benz OM602 D29) with turbocharger and intercooler, with SOHC, producing 118 KF / 118 hp / 88 kW at 3800 engine rpm and 280 Nm of torque at 1900 – 2300 engine rpm. Combined with an automatic transmission. 4-speed (Daimler-Benz W4A028), it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 19 seconds and reaches a top speed of 141 km/h. Its combined fuel consumption is 11.4 L/100km. The car has a length of 4465 mm, a width of 1700 mm, a height of 1945 mm and weighs 2175 kg, with a fuel tank of 96 liters.

Model:W461 290 GD Turbodiesel Station Wagon lwb
Production year:1999
Transmission:Automatic with 4 gears
Starting price:€ 39,500
Engine size:2.9 L
Max torque:280 Nm
Cylinders alignment:Line 5
Charge system:Turbocharged
Displacement:2874 cm3
Max power:118 PS / 118 hp / 88 kW
Fuel type:Diesel
Fuel consumption:11.4 L/100km combined
Extra-urban:9.4-11.3 L/100km
City:11.9-14.3 L/100km
Emission standard:N/A
Body style:SUV
0-80 km/h:11.9 s
0-100 km/h:19 s
0-160 km/h:N/A
0-200 km/h:N/A
Top speed:141 km/h
Curb weight:2175 kg
Gross weight:2800 kg
Length:4465 mm
Width:1700 mm
Height:1945 mm
Fuel capacity:96 litra

Expert reviews

Consumption
70%
Safety
75%
Performance
55%
Driveability
75%
Durability
90%
Maintenance
90%
Design
70%
Summary

The Mercedes-Benz G 290 GD Turbodiesel Station Wagon lwb (1999) is an off-roader rated for durability, fuel efficiency and excellent off-road capabilities. This model, with a turbodiesel engine, offered a strong feel and an iconic look. However, due to the focus on military functionality, the on-road driving experience could be spartan, with limited comfort and noticeable noise.

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