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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    Suspension tuning
    General notes The electronically controlled damping system works continuously. This improves driving safety and ride comfort. The damping is tuned individually to each wheel and depends on: & ...

    Folding the exterior mirrors in or out automatically
    This function is only available in vehicles for Canada. If the "Fold in mirrors when locking" function is activated in the on-board computer  - the exterior mirrors fold in automa ...

    Fast forward/rewind
    Press and hold the or button on the remote control until the desired position has been reached. You see the navigation menu. ...