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Mercedes-Benz M160 engine
The M160 is a turbocharged inline-three engine produced by Mercedes-Benz for use in Smart vehicles, from 1998 to 2007.
| Mercedes-Benz M160 | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Production | 1998–2007 |
| Layout | |
| Configuration | Straight-three engine |
| Displacement |
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| Cylinder bore |
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| Piston stroke |
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| Block material | Aluminium alloy |
| Head material | Aluminium alloy |
| Valvetrain | SOHC |
| Compression ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Combustion | |
| Turbocharger | Single-turbo |
| Fuel system | Fuel injection |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Cooling system | Water cooled |
| Output | |
| Power output | 33–74 kW (45–101 PS; 44–99 hp) |
| Torque output | 70–130 N⋅m (52–96 lb⋅ft) |
| Dimensions | |
| Dry weight | 59 kg (130 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Successor | Mitsubishi 3B2 engine |
Design
M160 engines are rear mounted and mated to a 6-speed automated manual transmission.[1] They are branded under the Suprex name. It was launched in 1998 with a single overhead camshaft, 2 valves per cylinder, a three-way catalytic converter, and a Garrett GT12 turbocharger.[2] From 2003, it was succeeded by a 0.7 L version featuring an increased bore and stroke and performance improvements.
Models
| Engine | Displacement | Power | Torque | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M160 E06 LA | 0.6 L (599 cc) | 33 kW (45 PS; 44 hp) at 5,250 rpm | 70 N⋅m (52 lb⋅ft) at 3,000 rpm | 1998–2002 |
| 37 kW (50 PS; 50 hp) at 5,250 rpm | 80 N⋅m (59 lb⋅ft) at 2,000 rpm | 1998–2003 | ||
| 45 kW (61 PS; 60 hp) at 5,250 rpm | 88 N⋅m (65 lb⋅ft) at 2,250 rpm | 2000–2003 | ||
| 53 kW (72 PS; 71 hp) at 5,470 rpm | 108 N⋅m (80 lb⋅ft) at 2,200 rpm | 2002–2003 | ||
| M160 E07 LA | 0.7 L (698 cc) | 37 kW (50 PS; 50 hp) at 5,250 rpm | 80 N⋅m (59 lb⋅ft) at 1,800 rpm | 2003–2006 |
| 46 kW (63 PS; 62 hp) at 5,250 rpm | 95 N⋅m (70 lb⋅ft) at 2,000–4,000 rpm | |||
| 61 kW (83 PS; 82 hp) at 5,250 rpm | 110 N⋅m (81 lb⋅ft) at 2,250–4,500 rpm | |||
| 74 kW (101 PS; 99 hp) at 5,250 rpm | 130 N⋅m (96 lb⋅ft) at 2,500–5,300 rpm | 2004–2006 |
M160 E06 LA
- 1998–2003 Smart City Coupé (33, 37 kW)[3]
- 2000–2003 Smart City Cabrio (37, 45 kW)[4]
- 2002–2003 Smart Crossblade (53 kW)[5]
M160 E07 LA
- 2003–2006 Smart Fortwo (37, 46 kW)[6]
- 2003–2006 Smart Roadster (46, 61 kW)[7]
- 2003–2006 Smart ForTwo Brabus (61 kW)[8]
- 2004–2006 Smart Roadster Brabus (74 kW)[9]
References
- ^ "AustralianCar.Reviews: #1 for Reviews and Used Car Valuations". australiancar.reviews. Retrieved 2018-07-25.
- ^ "Smart M 160/1 Engine" (PDF). www.ecofly.de. Nov 2005. Retrieved 2018-07-25.
- ^ "Smart ForTwo 2006 review". Auto Express. Retrieved 2018-07-25.
- ^ Fincham, Chris (2003-06-01). "Smart City Coupe and Cabrio - motoring.com.au". motoring.com.au. Retrieved 2018-07-25.
- ^ "2002 Smart Crossblade at Top Speed". Top Speed. Retrieved 2018-07-25.
- ^ "Smart City Coupe Passion". Auto Express. Retrieved 2018-07-25.
- ^ "Smart Roadster and Roadster Coupe Here Next Spring". Honest John. Retrieved 2018-07-25.
- ^ "Smart City Coupe Brabus 2d Auto specs & dimensions | Parkers". www.parkers.co.uk. Retrieved 2018-07-25.
- ^ "Smart Roadster Brabus review | Autocar". www.autocar.co.uk. Retrieved 2018-07-25.