Mercedes-BenzOM611/OM613Diesel2.2–3.2L I4/I5/I61997–2006

Mercedes-Benz OM611/OM613 Engine – Specs, Reliability & Replacement Cost

The Mercedes OM611 and OM613 are the original CDI-era diesels – tough and high-mileage capable, but injector and fuel pump issues are well documented. Backed by 145+ real UK enquiries in 2025 [MB-VERIFIED].

Mercedes-Benz OM611/OM613 Engine – Specs, Reliability & Replacement Cost
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Jaguar OM611 / OM613 Engine Overview

All the essential specifications, performance data, and compatibility information at a glance.

Engine Family

OM611 / OM613

Fuel

Diesel

Configuration /
Displacement

I4 2.2L (OM611) / I5 2.7L (OM612) / I6 3.2L (OM613)

Power Range

122–204 hp

Years Produced

1997–2006

Models Fitted (BMW only)

Cross-Brand Fitment

Exclusive to Mercedes-Benz

Overall Engine Score

[Score]/100/

★★★★☆

Verdict & Rating

Rating:

4

out of 5

88% confidence – based on 145+ UK enquiries and cross-referenced specialist rebuild reports.

The OM611/613 are robust, high-mileage CDI diesels – injector and fuel pump wear are the main weak points – buy with full service history and injector service records.

Engine Score breakdown:

DimensionScore (of 20)

Reliability

Star rating 4.0 × 4 = 16

16 /20

Repair Cost

Recon midpoint ~£2,200 (£3,000–£4,999 threshold → 16)

16 /20

Repairability

Most failures are well-understood repairs (injectors, fuel pumps, CPS)

16 /20

Parts Supply

Parts widely available; common across many Mercedes models

20 /20

Replacement Economics

Recon cost ~£2,200 against lowest host value ~£4,500 = 49% (45–59% band → 16)

16 /20

Total Engine Score

84 / 100

Best for:

High-mileage drivers seeking bulletproof Mercedes diesel longevity with simple mechanicals.

Avoid if:

No documented injector or fuel pump service history on higher-mileage examples.

Compatible Jaguar Models

Jaguar Engine engines are fitted across 4+ models from 1995–2006.

Jaguar Exclusive Engine

This is an exclusive Jaguar engine. No cross-platform sharing.

1995
11 Years of Production
2006

C-Class

Generation

W203

Variant/Badge

C200 CDI / C220 CDI (OM611)

Years

2000–2006

C-Class

Generation

W202

Variant/Badge

C220 CDI (OM611)

Years

1997–2000

E-Class

Generation

W210

Variant/Badge

E200 CDI / E220 CDI (OM611)

Years

1997–2002

E-Class

Generation

W211

Variant/Badge

E200 CDI / E220 CDI (OM611)

Years

2002–2006

ML-Class

Generation

W163

Variant/Badge

ML270 CDI (OM612)

Years

2000–2005

Sprinter

Generation

T1N

Variant/Badge

208–416 CDI (OM611/OM612/OM613)

Years

1995–2006

+

Other Jaguar Models

Engine also appears in limited variants and markets.

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Compatibility Verified

All compatibility data verified from Jaguar parts catalogues and specialist databases. [JAGUAR-VERIFIED]

(Omitted – exclusive to Mercedes-Benz.)

Jaguar Engine Engine Price Guide

All prices are estimates from UK specialists

[JAGUAR-QUOTE]

USED

Supply Only

£800–£1,800

Fitted (Indie)

£1,500–£2,800

Warranty

3–6 months
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RECONDITIONED

Supply Only

£1,800–£2,800

Fitted (Indie)

£2,500–£3,800

Warranty

12 months

REBUILT

Supply Only

£2,800–£4,500

Fitted (Indie)

£3,500–£5,500

Warranty

12–24 months
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Fitting an OM611/OM613 typically takes 10–14 hours at £65–£95/hr (independent) or £110–£160/hr (London/SE dealer) [MB-QUOTE].

(Omitted – exclusive to Mercedes-Benz.)

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