Mercedes-Benz ML (W163) (1998–2005)
The Mercedes-Benz ML (W163) was offered with 9 engine versions (6 gasoline, 3 diesel), from 150 to 347 hp, built 1998–2005.
EnlargeProduction years1998–2005
Body styleSUV
Doors5
Length180.6 in (4,587 mm) – 182.6 in (4,638 mm)
Width72.2 in (1,833 mm) – 72.4 in (1,840 mm)
Height70.9 in (1,802 mm) – 71.7 in (1,820 mm)
Cargo volume21.6 cu ft (613 l) – 22.4 cu ft (633 l)
Fuel tank21.9 gal (83 l) – 24.6 gal (93 l)
All Mercedes-Benz ML (W163) engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML 230 (163.136) (150 hp) | 1998–2000 | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | 162 lb-ft (220 Nm) | 12.3 s | 110 mph (177 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| ML 320 V6 (163.154) (218 hp) | 1998–2003 | Gasoline | 218 hp (160 kW) | 229 lb-ft (310 Nm) | 9.5 s | 121 mph (195 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| ML 430 (163.172) (272 hp) | 1998–2001 | Gasoline | 272 hp (200 kW) | 288 lb-ft (390 Nm) | 8.4 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| ML 270 CDI (163 hp) Automatic | 1999–2005 | Diesel | 163 hp (120 kW) | 273 lb-ft (370 Nm) | 11.4 s | 114 mph (183 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| AMG ML 55 (347 hp) | 2000–2005 | Gasoline | 347 hp (255 kW) | 376 lb-ft (510 Nm) | 6.9 s | 144 mph (232 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| ML 270 CDI (163 hp) | 2001–2005 | Diesel | 163 hp (120 kW) | 273 lb-ft (370 Nm) | 11.9 s | 115 mph (185 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| ML 500 (292 hp) | 2001–2005 | Gasoline | 292 hp (215 kW) | 325 lb-ft (440 Nm) | 7.7 s | 138 mph (222 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| ML 350 (235 hp) | 2002–2005 | Gasoline | 235 hp (173 kW) | 254 lb-ft (345 Nm) | 9.1 s | 127 mph (205 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| ML 400 CDI (250 hp) | 2002–2005 | Diesel | 250 hp (184 kW) | 413 lb-ft (560 Nm) | 8.1 s | 132 mph (213 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.