Mercedes OM601
These diesel engines are very reliable, provided that high-quality fuel and oil are used.
Mercedes-Benz Vito/Viano/V-Class engines
Mercedes-Benz Vito is a German minivan class car, produced since 1996. Since 2014, the 3rd generation of the model has been produced. From 2004 to 2014, the 2nd generation of the model was produced, separated into a separate V-class, also called Viano. The car was assembled in Spain, China, Mexico and Argentina. The box version of the model is designated Vito. In the North American market, the car is better known under the name Mercedes-Benz Metris.
The Mercedes-Benz Vito/Viano/V-Class was offered with 13 engines since 1996 (6 petrol, 7 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.6 to 3.7 liters, power output from 72 to 354 hp. All of them use a timing chain. 6 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Mercedes OM601 (about 500,000 km).
Mercedes-Benz Vito/Viano/V-Class engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz V-Class W 638 1996–2003 | |||||||
| Mercedes OM601 | 1996–1999 | 2.0–2.3 L R4 | 72–98 hp | diesel, NA / turbo | chain | 6 L | ~500,000 km |
| Mercedes OM611 | 1999–2003 | 2.1–2.2 L R4 | 82–143 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 6.5–8.5 L | ~500,000 km |
| Mercedes-Benz V-Class W638 1996–2003 | |||||||
| Mercedes M111 E23 | 1996–2003 | 2.3 L R4 | 143–193 hp | petrol | chain | 5.5 L | ~450,000 km |
| Mercedes M111 E20 | 1996–2003 | 2.0 L R4 | 136–192 hp | petrol | chain | 5.5 L | ~420,000 km |
| Mercedes-Benz V-Class W639 2003–2015 | |||||||
| Mercedes M112 E32 | 2003–2015 | 3.2 L V6 | 190–354 hp | petrol | chain | 7.5 L | ~350,000 km |
| Mercedes OM646 | 2003–2010 | 2.1 L R4 | 88–170 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 6.5–9.5 L | ~400,000 km |
| Mercedes M112 E37 | 2004–2008 | 3.7 L V6 | 231–245 hp | petrol | chain | 7.5 L | ~360,000 km |
| Mercedes M272 E35 | 2005–2014 | 3.5 L V6 | 258–292 hp | petrol | chain | 8 L | ~320,000 km |
| Mercedes OM642 | 2006–2014 | 3.0 L V6 | 184–265 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 8–12 L | ~450,000 km |
| Mercedes OM651 | 2010–2014 | 1.8–2.1 L R4 | 95–204 hp | diesel | chain + gears | 6.5 L | ~400,000 km |
| Mercedes-Benz V-Class W447 2014–present | |||||||
| Mercedes OM651 | 2014–2019 | 1.8–2.1 L R4 | 95–204 hp | diesel | chain + gears | 6.5 L | ~400,000 km |
| Mercedes M274 | 2015–2019 | 1.6–2.0 L R4 | 129–333 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 6–7 L | ~300,000 km |
| Mercedes OM654 | 2019–present | 1.6–2.0 L R4 | 116–265 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 6.5 L | ~240,000 km |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito W447 2014–2019 | |||||||
| Mercedes OM622 | 2014–2019 | 1.6 L | diesel | ||||
Mercedes-Benz Vito/Viano/V-Class engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Mercedes-Benz Vito/Viano/V-Class?
Mercedes-Benz V-Class W 638 (1996–2003): Mercedes OM601 and Mercedes OM611; Mercedes-Benz V-Class W638 (1996–2003): Mercedes M111 E23 and Mercedes M111 E20; Mercedes-Benz V-Class W639 (2003–2015): Mercedes M112 E32, Mercedes OM646, Mercedes M112 E37, Mercedes M272 E35, Mercedes OM642 and Mercedes OM651; Mercedes-Benz V-Class W447 (2014–present): Mercedes OM651, Mercedes M274 and Mercedes OM654; Mercedes-Benz Vito W447 (2014–2019): Mercedes OM622.
Which Mercedes-Benz Vito/Viano/V-Class engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Mercedes-Benz Vito/Viano/V-Class engines are: Mercedes OM601 — about 500,000 km; Mercedes OM611 — about 500,000 km; Mercedes M111 E23 — about 450,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Mercedes-Benz Vito/Viano/V-Class engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Mercedes M111 E20 — 5.5 L (5W-40); Mercedes M111 E23 — 5.5 L (5W-40); Mercedes M112 E32 — 7.5 L (5W-30); Mercedes M112 E37 — 7.5 L (5W-30); Mercedes M272 E35 — 8 L (5W-30); Mercedes M274 — 6–7 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Mercedes OM601 — 6 L (5W-40); Mercedes OM611 — 6.5–8.5 L (5W-40, MB 229.1); Mercedes OM642 — 8–12 L (5W-30, MB 228.51/229.51); Mercedes OM646 — 6.5–9.5 L (5W-40, MB 229.5 / 229.51); Mercedes OM651 — 6.5 L (5W-30); Mercedes OM654 — 6.5 L (5W-30).
Does the Mercedes-Benz Vito/Viano/V-Class have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Mercedes M111 E20, Mercedes M111 E23, Mercedes M112 E32, Mercedes M112 E37, Mercedes M272 E35, Mercedes M274, Mercedes OM601, Mercedes OM611, Mercedes OM642, Mercedes OM646, Mercedes OM651 and Mercedes OM654; gear drive: Mercedes OM651.
Was the Mercedes-Benz Vito/Viano/V-Class available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Mercedes OM601, Mercedes OM611, Mercedes OM622, Mercedes OM642, Mercedes OM646, Mercedes OM651 and Mercedes OM654.
Engine details
Mercedes M111 E20
Most of all, grease leaks will cause you problems, and their number grows with mileage.
Mercedes M111 E23
Most of all, grease leaks will cause you problems, and their number grows with mileage.
Mercedes M112 E32
The signature failure of this series of engines is the destruction of the crankshaft pulley.
Mercedes OM611
The most famous problem of the unit is the burnout of refractory washers under the nozzles. It is advisable to change them…
Mercedes M112 E37
The signature failure of this series of engines is the destruction of the crankshaft pulley.
Mercedes OM646
The motor is equipped with a reliable Bosch fuel system with electromagnetic injectors, but leaks at the injection pump seals or wear…
Mercedes M272 E35
The weakest point of this power unit is its timing drive.
Mercedes OM642
The most famous problem of this diesel engine is leaking on the heat exchanger gaskets, and since it is in the collapse…
Mercedes OM651
Until 2011, the main versions were equipped with a Delphi fuel system with piezo injectors, which were prone to leaks, which often…
Mercedes M274
In engines until 2014, phase regulators began to crack rather quickly, then the manufacturer finalized the design and the resource increased to…
Mercedes OM654
A well-known weak point of this diesel unit is the small resource of rockers.
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