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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    Cleaning the steering wheel and gear or selector lever
    Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use leather care agents that have been recommended and approved by Mercedes- Benz. ...

    Useful information
    This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's Manual. Country-specific differenc ...

    Multiple users
    Simultaneous use of the rearcompartment disc drive The two rear-compartment screens can be operated almost entirely independently from one another. However, there can be a conflict in some me ...