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.
See also:
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
WARNING
Observe "Important safety notes".
Traction control is part of ESP®.
Traction control brakes the drive wheels
individually if they spin. This enables you to
pull away and acc ...
Activating with the current or last
stored speed
WARNING
The set speed stored in memory should only
be set again if prevailing road conditions and
legal speed limits permit. Possible
acceleration or deceleration differences
arising from re ...
Making adjustments in 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h) increments
Briefly press the cruise control lever beyond the pressure point, up 1 for a
higher speed or down 2 for a lower speed. The last speed stored is increased or
reduced. ...