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2007 Mercedes-Benz W164 ML 320 CDI 4MATIC (Automatic / 7 Gears) 4×4 [2005-2008]

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Overview

2007 Mercedes-Benz W164 ML 320 CDI 4MATIC (Automatic / 7 Gears) 4×4 [2005-2008]

The 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 320 CDI, offered during the period 2005-2008 (W164 Phase-I), is a 5-door, 4×4 (4Matic) permanent traction SUV. This diesel variant uses the Daimler-Benz OM642 DE30 engine, a 2987 cm3 V6 (72°) diesel engine with a Common-Rail system. The engine is turbocharged (with a turbocharger and intercooler), producing 215 HP / 218 PS / 160.5 kW at 3800 engine revolutions and 540 Nm of torque at 1600 engine revolutions. Combined with a 7-speed automatic transmission (7G-Tronic), it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 9.3 seconds and reaches a top speed of 207 km/h . Its combined fuel consumption, according to the estimate, is around 9.3 L/100km . The car has a length of 4788 mm , a width of 1911 mm , a height of 1815 mm and weighs 2185 kg , with a fuel tank of 95 liters .

Model:W164 ML 320 CDI 4MATIC
Production year:2007
Transmission:Automatic 7 speed
Starting price:€58,000
Engine size:3.0 L
Max torque:540 Nm
Cylinders alignment:V 6
Charge system:Diesel with turbocharger
Displacement:2987 cm3
Max power:215 PS / 218 PS / 160.5 kW
Fuel type:Diesel
Fuel consumption:9.3 L/100km combined
Extra-urban:6.8-8.2 L/100km
City:11.4-13.7 L/100km
Emission standard:N/A
Body style:Euro 4
0-80 km/h:6.1 s
0-100 km/h:9.3 s
0-160 km/h:26.6 s
0-200 km/h:90.4 s
Top speed:207 km/h
Curb weight:2185 kg
Gross weight:2830 kg
Length:4788 mm
Width:1911 mm
Height:1815 mm
Fuel capacity:95 liters

Expert Assessment

Consumption
75%
Safety
75%
Performance
60%
Driveability
70%
Durability
60%
Maintenance
50%
Design
65%
Summary

The Mercedes-Benz ML 320 CDI (W164) was the diesel model destined for North America, renowned for its power and good efficiency for its size, making it a very attractive SUV. The V6 Diesel OM642 engine offers excellent torque of 540 Nm, well adapted to the 7G-Tronic automatic transmission. Common problems reported for the OM642 engine include oil leaks from the oil cooler, the failure of the turbine engines, and the collection of carbon deposits in the intake collector.

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