Styling

The 2012 M-Class retains many of the previous generation's styling cues, like a wide front grille and forward-swept C-pillars, but the new design looks more substantial and imposing. Contributing to the more muscled look is an upright front end and a boxier overall shape. Whether or not you like the new styling will depend on your preference for evolutionary rather than revolutionary design.

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    Important safety notes
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    Switching on/off
    The steering-wheel heating heats the leather areas of the steering wheel. Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock. To switch on/off: turn the lever in the direc ...