Under the Hood
The ML350 carries a 232-hp, 3.7-liter V-6 engine, while the ML500 comes with a 288-hp, 5.0-liter V-8. Both models use a five-speed-automatic transmission with a manual shift gate. The permanently engaged four-wheel-drive system has a Low-range gear setting, and it distributes power among the four wheels as needed to maintain traction. Unlike its X5 and RX 330 rivals, Mercedes insists that the M-Class is a true offroad vehicle.
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Superlative comfort whatever the conditions
The welcoming interior with its top-quality materials provides passengers
with that feel-good atmosphere as only Mercedes knows how, with more than ample
space for up to seven passengers. The GL-C ...
General notes
The Active Driving Assistance package is
only available on vehicles without HYBRID.
The Active Driving Assistance package
consists of DISTRONIC PLUS, Active Blind Spot Assist and
Active Lane K ...
Diesel Power
The GL350 Bluetec's 3.0-liter diesel V-6 makes 210 horsepower. There's some
familiar diesel clatter when accelerating, though the noise is nothing like an
18-wheeler. The sound is more akin to tha ...