Mercedes-Benz G-Class Long (W463, facelift 2000) G 270 CDI (156 hp) 4MATIC Automatic

Diesel engine with 156 hp (115 kW) and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm), built 2001–2006, off-road body, all-wheel drive (4x4). The Mercedes-Benz G-Class Long (W463, facelift 2000) has 1 more powerful diesel version.

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Power156 hp (115 kW)
Torque295 lb-ft (400 Nm)
0–62 mph13.7 s
Top speed97 mph (156 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine versionG 270 CDI (156 hp) 4MATIC Automatic
Engine codeOM 612.966
Displacement2.7 L (2,685 cm³)
Cylinders5
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemDiesel common rail
Compression ratio18
Bore88 mm
Stroke88.3 mm
Engine oil capacity7.4 qt (7 l)

Performance

Power156 hp (115 kW) @ 3800 rpm
Torque295 lb-ft (400 Nm) @ 1800-2600 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)13.7 s
Top speed97 mph (156 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City17 mpg (13.7 l/100 km)
Highway21 mpg (11.3 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions465 g/mi (289 g/km)
Emission standardEuro 3
Fuel tank25.4 gal (96 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleOff-road vehicle
Doors5-7
Length184.3 in (4,680 mm)
Width69.3 in (1,760 mm)
Height76.2 in (1,936 mm)
Curb weight5,313 lb (2,410 kg)
Gross vehicle weight7,055 lb (3,200 kg)
Cargo volume17.0 cu ft (480 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionCoil spring, rigid axle, trailing arm
Rear suspensionCoil spring, rigid axle, trailing arm
Tires265/70 R 16
Wheels7.5 J x 16
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Mercedes-Benz G-Class with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • All-wheel drive needs fresh fluid in the differentials and the coupling: ask for the service records.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Mercedes-Benz G-Class Long (W463, facelift 2000) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
G 500 V8 (296 hp) 4MATIC AutomaticGasoline296 hp (218 kW)
AMG G 55 V8 (354 hp) 4MATIC AutomaticGasoline354 hp (260 kW)
G 320 V6 (215 hp) 4MATIC AutomaticGasoline215 hp (158 kW)
G 400 CDI V8 (250 hp) 4MATIC AutomaticDiesel250 hp (184 kW)
AMG G 55 V8 Kompressor (476 hp) 4MATIC AutomaticGasoline476 hp (350 kW)

← All Mercedes-Benz G-Class Long (W463, facelift 2000) engines

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