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Mercedes-Benz M-class W163 Facelift (2001–2005) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 1 1997 - 2005 W163 SUV
Mercedes-Benz M-class
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Mercedes-Benz M-class W163 Facelift overview

The Mercedes-Benz M-class (W163 Facelift) is the 1st generation of the M-class, built from 2001 to 2005. It is offered as a SUV with 6 engines (diesel, petrol), from 163 HP to 347 HP. The AMG ML 55 V8 (347 Hp) 4MATIC 5G-TRONIC accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.9 s, reaches a top speed of 232 km/h and is 4635 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Mercedes-Benz M-class have?

The Mercedes-Benz M-class (W163 Facelift) has 163 HP to 347 HP, depending on the engine: 2.7 Om612 (163 HP), 3.2 M112 (218 HP), 3.7 M112 (235 HP), 4.0 Om628 (250 HP), 5.0 M113 (292 HP), 5.4 M113 (347 HP).

What engines are available for the Mercedes-Benz M-class?

The Mercedes-Benz M-class is available with 6 engines: 2.7 Om612 (163 HP, diesel), 3.2 M112 (218 HP, petrol), 3.7 M112 (235 HP, petrol), 4.0 Om628 (250 HP, diesel), 5.0 M113 (292 HP, petrol), 5.4 M113 (347 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz M-class?

The Mercedes-Benz M-class is 4635 mm long, 1833 mm wide, 1820 mm tall, with a 2820 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Mercedes-Benz M-class?

The Mercedes-Benz M-class AMG ML 55 V8 (347 Hp) 4MATIC 5G-TRONIC goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.9 s and has a top speed of 232 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Mercedes-Benz M-class W163
Year 1999–2001
Platform Mercedes-Benz W163
Variant AMG ML 55 V8 (347 Hp) 4MATIC 5G-TRONIC
Body type suv
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 5

Power & torque

Power 347 HP
Power @ max rpm 5500 rpm
Torque 510 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 2800 rpm

Performance

Top speed 232 km/h
0–100 km/h 6.9 s
0–62 mph 6.9 s

Engine

Engine code M113.981
Displacement 5439 cc
Cylinders 8
Configuration V Engine
Bore 97.0 mm
Stroke 92.0 mm
Compression ratio 10
Valves per cylinder 3
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain dohc
Oil capacity 8.0 L
Coolant 11.0 L
Engine layout Front Longitudinal

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive All wheel drive (4x4)
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Gearbox type torque_converter
Gears 5
Gearbox code amg-722.6
Gearbox manufacturer Mercedes Benz

Dimensions

Length 4635 mm
Width 1833 mm
Height 1820 mm
Wheelbase 2820 mm
Front track 1555 mm
Rear track 1555 mm
Boot space 633 – 2020 L

Mass

Kerb weight 2085 kg
Max weight 2750 kg
Max load 665 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 14.5 L/100km
Fuel urban 19.7 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 11.4 L/100km
Fuel tank 93.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Double Wishbone
Rear suspension Double Wishbone
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes disc
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tire size 285/50 R18W
Wheel rims 9J x 18
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 6 kg/Hp, 166.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 4.1 kg/Nm, 244.6 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 1999
End Of Production 2001

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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