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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    Adjusting the seats manually and electrically
    Adjusting the seats manually and electrically 1 Backrest angle 2 Seat height 3 Seat cushion angle 4 Seat fore-and-aft adjustment AMG vehicles are equipped with a seat with an integrated he ...

    Changing gear
    The automatic transmission shifts to the individual gears automatically when it is in transmission position D. This automatic gearshifting behavior is determined by: - a possible limitation of ...

    Operating audio player or audio media
    Audio data from various audio devices or media can be played, depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle. •► Switch on COMAND and select the audio device or medium (see the separ ...