- suv 150,904
- 1,441 below average
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- Murray, UT
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- 1,441 below average suv 150,904 gasoline white automatic
2008 mercedes-benz m-class review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. More features, more power. introductionthe mercedes-benz m-class suv is just the right size and is set up well for many families. It isn't so large that it's cumbersome or hard to park, but it comfortably seats five and carries plenty of stuff. As daily transportation, it doesn't feel like a truck, and it won't beat its driver or passengers up. Yet it has the potential for some fairly serious off-road adventuring, and it can tow up to 7,200 pounds. The m-class is more than powerful enough in any of its variations. It's smooth and quiet, and clean. It gives up nothing to the standard, gasoline-powered ml350. It's equipped identically, except for its diesel engine. The 3. 0-liter diesel v6 generates 398 pound-feet of torque, comparable to a large-displacement v8, and brings a substantial improvement in fuel economy. the ml63 amg features a hand-built v8 that generates 503 horsepower with amg tuning and enhancements to match all that power. Though considerably more expensive than other m-class models, the ml63 amg is a true high-performance machine. Its 6. 2-liter v8 is hand-built by a single technician. It bursts from 0 to 60 mph in 4. 8 seconds, according to mercedes, with top speed electronically limited at 155 mph. Plus, it comes with the full load of luxury features. with increases of 80 horsepower and 55 lb-ft of torque, the new ml550 reaches 60 in 5. 6 seconds, more than a second quicker than the previous ml500. It sports the same front end as the ml63 without all the amenities and super-sport equipment, and starts at roughly $30,000 less than an ml63. the original m-class helped make luxury suvs a familiar part of the automotive landscape. Completely redesigned for the 2006 model year, this second-generation m-class is better than the original in every way. It's roomier, more comfortable and more car-like in its bearing. In the bargain, the coefficient of drag, or cd number, has dropped from brick-grade to a sylphlike 0. 34, on par with many passenger cars that are much lower to the ground. This means quieter highway travel and better fuel economy. in place of the original body-on-frame, truck-style design, this second-generation m-class has welded unibody construction with isolated front and rear subframes, a technique that emphasizes rigidity, decreased vibration and lower weight. The unibody also reduces its overall height, making it easier for families to get in and out. The m-class has given up any pretense to being a large-family vehicle. The optional side-facing rear seats from the old model are gone (they weren't very good anyway), so the m-class is strictly a five-seater. Each is equipped with a seven-speed automatic transmission and electronically managed 4ets fulltime all-wheel drive. The primary distinguishing feature for each model is its engine. the ml350 43,650) is powered by the latest-generation mercedes 3. 5-liter v6, generating 268 horsepower. These include heated, leather covered front seats, walnut burl trim, rain-sensing wipers and tele-aid emergency communication. The ml550 also includes more potent brakes and amg front styling. the ml63 amg 86,650) features a 6. 2-liter v8 that generates 503 hp along with an amg transmission, amg shocks and suspension tuning, high-performance p295/40zr20 tires on 20-inch wheels, amg brakes, an air dam and other aerodynamic aids, amg instruments, harman/kardon logic7 cd6 audio with 12 speakers, and leather upholstery. options include distronic radar-managed cruise control 2,200), parktronic obstacle warning 770), dual-screen rear-seat dvd entertainment system 2,670), keyless go starting 1,100), ipod integration kit 375), cd6 changer 450). Three packages are available, designated premium i that includes dvd navigation 3,650), pii 5,550), and piii 8,500), with exact content tied to the model. Last year's amg sport package 4,550) is standard on m-class v8s. safety features on all models includes two-stage front airbags for the driver and front passenger, side-impact airbags front and rear (torso protection) and curtain-style head protection airbags. A rollover sensor can activate both the seat-belt tensioners and curtain airbags if the vehicle senses an imminent rollover. An electronic stability program comes standard along with advanced anti-lock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution. A tire pressure warning system is also standard. walkaroundthe 2008 mercedes-benz m-class styling tweaks vary between v6 and v8 models. From the emotional perspective, the front end is bold, interesting and aggressive, with ventilated grille bars, a power-dome hood design and wild-looking integrated headlamps. In profile, the wheel arches loom large and prominent. There's an unmistakable character line rising front to rear, and a forward-slanting c-pillar that frames trapezoidal rear side glass. on the practical side, the m-class body is much more aerodynamic. Its drag coefficient, or cd, measures 0. 34. That's closer to the average sedan than the typical slab-sided suv. The lower the number, the less noise generated as air flows over the vehicle, and the less power required to move the ml at a given speed. some improvements aren't readily apparent to the eye. A new-fangled scratch resistant paint, embedded with thousands of flecks of ceramic, is standard. It should be welcomed by those owners who actually decide to challenge overgrown trails, or those who share their garages with kids, toys and bicycles. There's an optional power liftgate operated with the key fob, and several cargo organizing devices available as accessories. the ml63 amg is readily distinguished from other m-class models. If its 20-inch spoke rims aren't a dead giveaway, check the ml63's more aggressive front and rear aprons, flared fenders and deeply sculpted amg side skirts. The ml63 also features unique tinted taillights and two sets of twin-chrome exhaust tips. interiorinside the mercedes-benz m-class, the dashboard, door panels and seats complement the aggressive exterior design nicely. A central information window between the gauges can be programmed to supply about as much driving and maintenance information as one driver can stand to absorb. the steering wheel has a nice, thick rim that's reassuring when driving off road. We're fond of the optional steering wheel that's finished with the top half in wood and the bottom half in leather, but some drivers don't like wood or mixed materials on their wheels. Wipers are stalk-mounted to the left of the column, while primary climate and audio controls are in the center stack above the console. The center stack is dominated by the elements of the comand system and a 16:9 lcd display which incorporates entertainment, telephone, and navigation displays. the m-class features an electronic gear selector that's making its way into all mercedes models. It's an easy-to-reach short stalk on the right side of the steering column, with simple up-down movement for reverse and drive. Alternate shift buttons, which allow selection of a specific gear, are located on the back of the steering wheel hub, right where fingers wrap around the spokes. We can fathom no reason for this change except the cost trimmed by eliminating the remote switches. It's certainly a less convenient arrangement. the front seats themselves, including the standard seats in the ml350, are all-day comfortable. the ml63 amg has heavily bolstered sport seats uphol. Anti-lock Brakes✔ Tachometer✔ Power Seats✔ Cruise Control✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ Sport Package✔ DVD Entertainment System
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