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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    Opening and closing
    Overhead control panel 1. To raise 2. To open 3. To close/lower The panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel can only be operated when the roller sunblind is open. •► Turn th ...

    Setting the rear-compartment air vents
    Setting the center vents in the rear compartment Setting the center vents in the rear compartment 1 Rear-compartment air vent thumbwheel 2 Rear-compartment air vent, right 3 Rear control panel f ...

    Switching on the manual drive program
    The manual drive program is only available for AMG vehicles. Manual drive program M is different from drive program S with regard to spontaneity, responsiveness and smoothness of gear changes ...