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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    Automatic interior lighting control
    To switch on/off: press the button. The OFF indicator lamp shows whether the automatic interior lighting control is deactivated (indicator lamp on) or activated (indicator lamp off). The in ...

    Adjusting the seats electrically
    1 Head restraint height 2 Seat cushion angle 3 Seat height 4 Seat fore-and-aft adjustment 5 Backrest angle Vehicles with memory function: if PRE-SAFE ® has been triggered, the frontpasse ...

    Activation conditions
    You can activate the HOLD function if: • the vehicle is stationary. • the engine is running. • the driver's door is closed or your seat belt is fastened. • the parking brake is not applied. • the ...