M119 vs OM648

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
OM648 BEST 90/100
+18 points over M119
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE M119 Mercedes-Benz
0 / 100
BEST OM648 Mercedes-Benz

Specifications

M119
OM648
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BEST
Reliability
72
90
Years
1989--1998
2002--2006
Displacement
4973 cc
3222 cc
Layout
V8
I6
Type
Petrol Na
Diesel
Power
326--381 hp
204 hp
Known Issues
1
2
Total Risk Cost
€500--€2,000
€450--€1,100

Character

M119

"W124 500E/E500, R129 SL500, W140 S500 V8. DOHC 32V. Wiring harness issue (biodegradable). Ignition system needs attention at high mileage. Strong engine, expensive to maintain."

OM648

"Modern OM606 successor. Excellent highway cruiser. Strong torque."

Issues Comparison

M119 1

▲ HIGH
Wiring harness biodegradation €500--€2,000 80,000 km--150,000 km

OM648 2

● MODERATE
EGR valve fouling (city use) €300--€700 80,000 km--160,000 km
○ MINOR
Glow plugs + injector seals €150--€400 80,000 km--160,000 km

Models

M119 0

No models listed.

OM648 6

E-Class W210 1999--2002 C-Class W203 2001--2005 E-Class W210 1999--2002 S-Class W220 1999--2002 S-Class W220 2002--2005 E 320 CDI W211 2002--2009 Sedan
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