Mercedes-Benz M-class M-class (W163, facelift 2001)

Mercedes-Benz - M-class (W163, facelift 2001)

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelM-class
GenerationM-class (W163, facelift 2001)
ModificationML 350 V6 (245 Hp) 4MATIC 5G-TRONIC
Start Of Production2002
End Of Production2003

Performance

The Mercedes-Benz M-class is a luxury SUV that accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 8.7 seconds, with a top speed of 205 km/h (127.38 mph) and a drag coefficient of 0.39. It's a powerful and efficient vehicle.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh8.7 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph8.7 sec
Max Speed205 km/h 127.38 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.39

Body & Dimensions

The car is an SUV with a body type of M-class, having 5 seats and 5 doors. It has a length of 4638 mm (182.6 in.), width of 1840 mm (72.44 in.), and height of 1820 mm (71.65 in.). The wheelbase is 2820 mm (111.02 in.), with a front and rear track of 1555 mm (61.22 in.). The car has a minimum turning circle of 11.9 m (39.04 ft.), and a ground clearance of 204 mm (8.03 in.). The approach and departure angles are between 26-30°, and the ramp over angle is 19°. The climb angle is 31°, and the wading depth is 500 mm (19.69 in.).

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSUV
Seats5
Doors5
Length4638 mm 182.6 in.
Width1840 mm 72.44 in.
Width Including Mirrors2126 mm 83.7 in.
Height1820 mm 71.65 in.
Wheelbase2820 mm 111.02 in.
Front Track1555 mm 61.22 in.
Rear Track1555 mm 61.22 in.
Front Overhang874 mm 34.41 in.
Rear Overhang944 mm 37.17 in.
Min Turning Circle11.9 m 39.04 ft.
Approach Angle26-30°
Departure Angle25-30°
Ramp Over Angle19°
Ride Height Ground Clearance204 mm 8.03 in.
Climb Angle31°
Wading Depth500 mm 19.69 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Mercedes-Benz M-class is a fuel-efficient vehicle with a combined fuel consumption of 14.1 liters per 100 kilometers, producing 338 grams of CO2 per kilometer. It runs on petrol and meets the Euro 4 emission standard.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel Consumption Urban Economy Nedc19.4 l/100 km 12.12 US mpg 14.56 UK mpg 5.15 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban Economy Nedc11 l/100 km 21.38 US mpg 25.68 UK mpg 9.09 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined Economy Nedc14.1 l/100 km 16.68 US mpg 20.03 UK mpg 7.09 km/l
Co2 Emissions Nedc338 g/km
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Emission StandardEuro 4

Engine & Transmission

The Mercedes-Benz M-Class is a powerful and capable SUV, featuring a 3.7-liter V6 engine that produces 245 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque. It has a front-longitudinal engine layout and a 5-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle is equipped with a permanent all-wheel drive system and features a double wishbone suspension system.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power245 Hp @ 5600 rpm.
Power Per Litre65.8 Hp/l
Torque350 Nm @ 3500-4800 rpm. 258.15 lb.-ft. @ 3500-4800 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 112
Engine Displacement3724 cm3 227.25 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore97 mm 3.82 in.
Piston Stroke84 mm 3.31 in.
Compression Ratio10
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder3
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine Oil Capacity8 l 8.45 US qt | 7.04 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-40 / MB 229.3 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 / MB 229.5
Coolant12 l 12.68 US qt | 10.56 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox5 gears, automatic transmission G-TRONIC
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear SuspensionDouble wishbone, Transverse stabilizer

Brakes

The car in question is an M-class model, featuring ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear. It is equipped with an Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and a rack and pinion steering type, paired with a hydraulic steering system. The tire size is 255/60 R17, and the wheel rims size is 8J x 17.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Tires Size255/60 R17
Wheel Rims Size8J x 17

Weight & Capacity

The M-class has a weight-to-power ratio of 8.3 kg/Hp (120.1 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 5.8 kg/Nm (171.6 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 2040 kg (4497.43 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 2870 kg (6327.27 lbs.), with a maximum load capacity of 830 kg (1829.84 lbs.). The trunk boot space ranges from 1061 l (37.47 cu. ft.) to 2020 l (71.34 cu. ft.), and it has a fuel tank capacity of 83 l (21.93 US gal | 18.26 UK gal). The permitted trailer load with brakes is 3500 kg (7716.18 lbs.), without brakes is 750 kg (1653.47 lbs.), and the permitted towbar download is 135 kg (297.62 lbs.).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio8.3 kg/Hp, 120.1 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio5.8 kg/Nm, 171.6 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight2040 kg 4497.43 lbs.
Max Weight2870 kg 6327.27 lbs.
Max Load830 kg 1829.84 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum1061 l 37.47 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum2020 l 71.34 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity83 l 21.93 US gal | 18.26 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent3500 kg 7716.18 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes750 kg 1653.47 lbs.
Permitted Towbar Download135 kg 297.62 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - M-class (W163, facelift 2001)

The body type of the car is M-class SUV.

The ground clearance of the car is 204 mm (8.03 in.).

The wading depth of the car is 500 mm (19.69 in.).

The M-class accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 8.7 seconds.

The top speed of the M-class is 205 km/h (127.38 mph).

The drag coefficient of the M-class is 0.39.

The fuel consumption of the Mercedes-Benz M-class in urban areas is 19.4 liters per 100 kilometers.

The fuel consumption of the Mercedes-Benz M-class on the highway is 11 liters per 100 kilometers.

The combined fuel consumption of the Mercedes-Benz M-class is 14.1 liters per 100 kilometers.

3724 cm3 (227.25 cu. in.)

The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle.

5-speed automatic transmission (G-TRONIC)

The front brakes are ventilated discs, and the rear brakes are discs.

The car is equipped with an ABS (Anti-lock braking system).

The tire size is 255/60 R17, and the wheel rims size is 8J x 17.

The M-class can seat up to 7 passengers.

The M-class has a towing capacity of up to 7,200 pounds.

The M-class gets an estimated 17 miles per gallon in the city and 23 miles per gallon on the highway.

The weight-to-power ratio of the M-class is 8.3 kg/Hp (120.1 Hp/tonne).

The maximum load capacity of the M-class is 830 kg (1829.84 lbs.).

The permitted trailer load with brakes for the M-class is 3500 kg (7716.18 lbs.).