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Summary
While some 4X4s offer chunkier tires and greater ground clearance than the M-Class, and may be more capable off-road, they behave more like trucks on the highway. Other sport-utilities, such as the Lexus RS 300, feel more car-like than the M-Class on pavement, but offer limited off-road capability. Still others are bigger and more luxurious. But it's very difficult to find one that does as many things as well as the M-Class.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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ML320 ($36,300); ML500 ($44,950); ML55 ($65,900) |
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Engines:
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5.0-liter sohc 24-valve V8 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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smart dual-stage driver and front-passenger airbags, front side-impact airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners with force limiters, knee bolsters, ABS, traction control, Electronic Stability Program |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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4 years/50,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Vance, Alabama |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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ML500 ($44,950) |
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Standard Equipment:
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air conditioning, power windows, cruise control, remote keyless entry, split sliding rear seats, tilt steering column, heated side mirrors, cabin dust/pollen air filtration system, programmable HomeLink garage-door opener, leather upholstery and burl walnut trim, GPS navigation system, digital trip computer, eight-way power heated front seats, auto-dimming rearview mirror, front fog lights, single rear foglamp, halogen headlights, dual heated 8-way power bucket seats w/3-position memory, speed-sensitive power steering |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Convenience package, including memory front seats, rain sensing wipers and power folding mirrors ($800); Sunroof package, including glass sunroof and power rear quarter-windows ($1295); Bose premium sound system with CD changer ($1200) |
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Destination Charge:
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645 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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49385 |
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Layout:
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four-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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288 @ 5600 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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325 @ 2700-4250 |
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Transmission:
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5-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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14/17 |
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Wheelbase:
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111 |
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Length/width/height:
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182.6/72.4/71.7 |
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Track, f/r:
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61.2/61.2 |
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Turning circle:
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39 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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39.8/58.2/40.3 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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39.7/57.8/38 |
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Cargo volume:
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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5000 |
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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Independent |
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Ground clearance:
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8.7 |
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Curb weight:
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4874 |
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Tires:
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p275/55R17 all-season high performance |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS and Brake Assist |
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Fuel capacity:
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22.0 |
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