That output figure sounds exactly like the new aluminum V6 diesel that will be debuting in "BLUETEC" form, come a few months from now.

I always thought the only engine available from MB was the 2.7 liter CDI cast-iron block. As has been offered for many years.

The output of the 270CDI was detuned in commercial applications. You can buy a block from Metric Motors.

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1987 300SDL (324000)

1986 Porsche 951 (944 Turbo) (166000)

1978 Porsche 924 (99000)

1996 Nissan Pathfinder R50 (201000)