M-Class in the Market

Automakers have a fascination with sportiness, even to the point of giving minivans and pickup trucks a performance slant. The SUV segment has likewise been touched by this phenomenon, and some of the results have been unremarkable. That's why the M-Class, in ML350 Bluetec form, is so refreshing: It doesn't try to be something it's not. While some of its competitors will continue to emphasize sportiness, the 2012 M-Class gives luxury shoppers a comfort-oriented option.

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    Exterior
    Derived from a coupe study that appeared at the 2003 Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany, the four-door CLS-Class features a high belt line and short side glass. A distinctive body crease rises from t ...

    Transmission positions
    Park position Do not shift the transmission into position P(Y page 155) unless the vehicle is stationary. The parking lock should not be used as a brake when parking. In addition to engagi ...

    Opening/closing automatically from inside
    WARNING Maintain sight of the area around the rear of the vehicle while operating the tailgate with the door-mounted remote tailgate switch. Monitor the opening procedure carefully to make su ...