Mercedes-Benz G-Class (W463, facelift 2000) G 400 CDI V8 (250 hp) 4MATIC Automatic

Diesel engine with 250 hp (184 kW) and 413 lb-ft (560 Nm), built 2001–2006, off-road body, all-wheel drive (4x4). It is the most powerful diesel version of the generation.

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Power250 hp (184 kW)
Torque413 lb-ft (560 Nm)
0–62 mph9.9 s
Top speed113 mph (182 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine versionG 400 CDI V8 (250 hp) 4MATIC Automatic
Engine codeOM 628.962
Displacement4.0 L (3,996 cm³)
Cylinders8
Cylinder layoutV-engine
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemDiesel common rail
Compression ratio18-5
Bore86 mm
Stroke86 mm
Engine oil capacity9.5 qt (9 l)

Performance

Power250 hp (184 kW) @ 4400 rpm
Torque413 lb-ft (560 Nm) @ 1700-2600 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)9.9 s
Top speed113 mph (182 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City15 mpg (16.1 l/100 km)
Highway18 mpg (12.8 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions552 g/mi (343 g/km)
Emission standardEuro 3
Fuel tank25.4 gal (96 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleOff-road vehicle
Doors5
Length166.5 in (4,230 mm)
Width69.3 in (1,760 mm)
Height76.0 in (1,931 mm)
Curb weight5,490 lb (2,490 kg)
Gross vehicle weight6,283 lb (2,850 kg)
Cargo volume8.8 cu ft (250 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
Tires265/60 R 18
Wheels7.5 J x 18
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 (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 270 CDI (156 hp) 4MATIC AutomaticDiesel156 hp (115 kW)
G 320 V6 (215 hp) 4MATIC AutomaticGasoline215 hp (158 kW)

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

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