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2000 Mercedes-Benz W163 ML 320 (Automatic / 5 Gears) 4×4 [1999-2001]

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Overview

2000 Mercedes-Benz W163 ML 320 (Automatic / 5 Gears) 4×4 [1999-2001]

The 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML 320, offered in Europe from mid-1999 to June 2001 (W163 Phase-I), is a model of the large luxury SUV (Mid-Size) (Executive E-Segment) with 5 doors and permanent 4×4 traction (4Matic) . This popular variant includes a 3199 cm3 V6 Gasoline engine (Daimler-Benz M112 E32) by indirect injection. The engine produces 218 hp / 215 hp / 160 kW at 5600 rpm and 310 Nm of torque at 3000 – 5000 rpm. Combined with a 5-speed automatic transmission (Daimler-Benz 5G-Tronic) , it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 9.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 195 km/h . Its combined fuel consumption is 13.8 L/100km . The car has a length of 4587 mm , a width of 1833 mm, a height of 1820 mm and weighs 1915 kg , with a fuel tank of 70 liters.

Model:W163 ML 320
Production year:2000
Transmission:Automatic 5 speed
Starting price:€43,500
Engine size:3.2 L
Max torque:310 Nm
Cylinders alignment:V 6
Charge system:Gasoline
Displacement:3199 cm3
Max power:218 PS / 215 hp / 160 kW
Fuel type:Gasoline
Fuel consumption:13.8 L/100km combined
Extra-urban:11.2 L/100km
City:18.2 L/100km
Emission standard:Euro 2
Body style:SUV Mid-Size
0-80 km/h:6.4 s
0-100 km/h:9.5 s
0-160 km/h:29.6 s
0-200 km/h:N/A
Top speed:195 km/h
Curb weight:1915 kg
Gross weight:2650 kg
Length:4587 mm
Width:1833 mm
Height:1820 mm
Fuel capacity:70 liters

Expert Assessment

Consumption
70%
Safety
75%
Performance
70%
Driveability
70%
Durability
65%
Maintenance
40%
Design
65%
Summary

The Mercedes-Benz ML 320 (W163) is rated by experts for reliable V6 M112 engine, driving comfort and good off-road capabilities thanks to the 4Matic system. This model helped popularize luxury SUVs. The main drawbacks are the quality of the construction which in the first models (Phase-I, produced in the USA) was below the usual Mercedes standards, rust problems and high fuel consumption (13.8 L/100km). Common problems reported include oil leaks from valve cover gaskets, crankshaft position sensor (CPS) defects, failure of door lock actuators, and problems with the automatic transmission control plate.

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