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1999 Mercedes-Benz W163 ML 430 (Automatic / 5 Gears) 4×4 [1999-2001]

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Overview

1999 Mercedes-Benz W163 ML 430 (Automatic / 5 Gears) 4×4 [1999-2001]

The 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML 430, offered in Europe from March 1999 to June 2001 (W163 Phase-I), is a model of the large luxury SUV (Mid-Size) (Executive E-Segment) with 5 doors and 4×4 (4Matic) permanent traction. This powerful variant introduced the V8 engine to the European market, including a 4266 cm3 V8 Gasoline engine (Daimler-Benz M113 E43) by indirect injection. The engine produces 272 hp / 268 hp / 200 kW at 5750 rpm and 390 Nm of torque at 3000 – 4400 rpm. Combined with a 5-speed automatic transmission (Daimler-Benz 5G-Tronic) , it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 8.4 seconds and reaches a top speed of 210 km/h . Its combined fuel consumption is 15.4 L/100km . The car has a length of 4587 mm , a width of 1833 mm, a height of 1820 mm and weighs 2015 kg , with a fuel tank of 70 liters.

Model:W163 ML 430
Production year:2000
Transmission:Automatic 5 speed
Starting price:€55,000 (Vlerësuar, konvertuar nga DM/Euro 1999)
Engine size:4.3 L
Max torque:390 Nm
Cylinders alignment:V 8
Charge system:Gasoline pa turbocharger
Displacement:4266 cm3
Max power:272 PS / 268 hp / 200 kW
Fuel type:Gasoline
Fuel consumption:15.4 L/100km combined
Extra-urban:11.0-13.2 L/100km
City:18.8-23.0 L/100km
Emission standard:Euro 2
Body style:SUV Mid-Size
0-80 km/h:5.8 s
0-100 km/h:8.4 s
0-160 km/h:21.4 s
0-200 km/h:52.3 s
Top speed:210 km/h
Curb weight:2015 kg
Gross weight:2650 kg
Length:4587 mm
Width:1833 mm
Height:1820 mm
Fuel capacity:70 liters

Expert Assessment

Consumption
80%
Safety
75%
Performance
70%
Driveability
65%
Durability
70%
Maintenance
50%
Design
70%
Summary

The Mercedes-Benz ML 430 (W163) is rated by experts for its V8 M113 engine power, which is mechanically stable and makes the car capable of long-distance driving and traction. However, like all early W163 models, it suffers from quality construction problems. The main downsides are very high fuel consumption (15.4 L/100km), rust and electrical problems. Common problems reported with the M113 engine include oil leaks from valve covers and oil cooler seals, shaft position sensor (CPS) failure, and problems with catalytic converters that lock or break over time.

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