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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    Safety guidelines for seat belts,Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs)and air bags
    WARNING   • Damaged seat belts or seat belts that have been subjected to stress in an accident must be replaced. Their anchoring points must also be checked. Only use seat belts instal ...

    Socket in the front-passenger footwell
    ► Lift up the cover of socket 1. ...

    Stowage compartments in the front
    Glove box The glove box can be cooled. To open: pull handle 1 and open glove box flap 2. To close: fold glove box flap 2 upwards until it engages. The glove box can only be locked and ...