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year: 2012 2013 make: Mercedes ML-Class Engine: V8 Transmission: automatic Horsepower @ RPM: 408 20 MPG(Hwy): 25 Torque @ RPM: 442 4663 cc 0-60 time: 5.6 Top Speed: 155 mph

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has officially unveiled the third ML-Class . a model that not features an impressive exterior and design update, but also low consumption and emission figures about 25% lower than in the model.

On the US market, the new ML-Class be go on sale in September 2011 and include two models: ML350 and ML350 BlueTEC. Both are powered by a completely reworked V6 engine delivering two different figures. The ML350 4 Matic pump out 302 HP, while the ML350 will deliver 240 HP.

Dr Thomas Member of the Board of Management of AG for Group Research and Mercedes-Benz development, commented: The M-Class all the automotive experience that we accumulated over 125 years and represents – in short – a quantum in terms of efficiency, safety, driving enjoyment and design!

07/13/2011 . Mercedes USA has announced the and option list for the 2012 that will go on sale month. US customers will to choose between two models: the 4Matic priced at $49,865 and the BlueTec 4Matic diesel at $51,365. Mercedes is also a several packages, including a 1 Package ($3,600), a Premium 2 (5,450), a Dynamic Handling ($5,150), a Lighting Package a Lane Tracking Package and a Driver Assistance Package Hit the jump for the full price

UPDATE 06/20/2012 . Mercedes has added a new version to its ML-Class The new ML 500 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY will be available in Europe with to begin in autumn of 2012. The is priced at €63,050 — $80k at the current exchange Hit the jump to read more the new model.

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Exterior

The third brings an optimized design of the bumper, A-pillars, and the roof plus numerous other improvements. Those improvements sealing around the radiator sealed joints between the and the headlamps, front wheel air outlets in the front wheel liners, redesigned exterior housings, optimized roof underfloor and engine compartment and aerodynamically optimized light-alloy

For the front, the M-Class will a new radiator grille with a positioned Mercedes star, new of the headlamps with LED daytime lamps set in chrome inserts into the bumpers, and a deeper, chrome-effect skid plate.

On the the Mercedes gets two-part with LED fiber-optic technology and a roof with large spoiler and a rear bumper, features an integrated chrome sill guard in a new wing The chrome finish of other features, such as the roof the beltline trim stri,p and the compartment handle, emphasize the quality appeal of the exterior. And the piece is a new set of 19 Twin-Spoke alloy through to 20-inch wheels an elegant, high-quality appeal.

Starting next year, the US will also receive an package that uses a of six transmission modes to optimize dynamics and handling safety and to that the necessary drive is available to cope with the different driving conditions on and One automatic mode, two dedicated modes, and three on-road are available.

Interior

The interior has been increased so that it now more elbow room its predecessor (1.34 inches in the front. 98 inches in the rear). The panel receives wood that is continued along the in a seamless wrap-around effect. will have to choose four high-quality wood or aluminum variations.

The door and seat adjustment switches been inset with craftsmanship into the side The door center panels distinctive decorative stitching, a separate, exclusive look for the Sports package.

There are colors available for the interior black, almond beige, and In conjunction with the Sport package, the combination of DINAMICA and black M-B TEX man-made leather, or leather and black two-tone is also available.

2013 year updates

Active further enhanced with the of COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST with adaptive Brake as standard, elegant 5-twin-spoke cm (19) alloy wheels, 5-spoke 53.3 cm (21) wheels from Mercedes-Benz two gleaming new paint finishes: blue and cinnabar red optional Parking Assist electric mechanism, which automatically all doors and the boot lid multicontour for driver and front passenger TFT display gets a silver-grey scheme Bang Olufsen AMG high-end surround sound AMG Exterior Sports package, special body-coloured front rear apron and side in addition to 48.3 cm(19) high-sheen AMG alloy wheels Exclusive package in black, or porcelain adds seats, display, door centre door arm rests, beltlines and console upholstered in nappa in addition to the designo roof in black DINAMICA microfibre.

Engine

For the US market, the Mercedes will include the ML350 and ML350 BlueTEC. Both are powered by a 3.0-liter V6 engine, but two different power outputs. The models uses the innovative (twinwire- arc spraying) technology reduces internal friction in the significantly. In this version, the delivers a total of 240 HP and 455 lbft of with an estimated fuel of 20 city 25 highway.

The 4MATIC comes with the new BlueDIRECT generation. The key is direct gasoline system with spray-guided and new piezo injectors that an injection pressure of 2,900 together with fast, ignition and a new combustion process. model delivers a total of 302 hp and 273 of torque and has an estimated fuel of 17/22.

The two models will be offered a new seven-speed automatic transmission a more fuel-efficient torque friction optimized bearings, and a oil thermal management system. axle drives and electromechanical also contribute in reducing consumption.

The new ML 500 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY

the hood of the new ML 500 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY, has placed a 4663 cc V8 direct petrol engine that a total of 408 HP and a peak torque of 442 Compared to its predecessor this is an of 20 HP and 51 lbs-ft. Also, fuel has been improved by 16%.

impressive results have achieved thanks to the addition of two gas turbochargers – one for each bank of but also thanks to the third-generation fuel injection system spray-guided combustion and piezo combined with multi-spark

The new V8 engine is mated to a seven-speed PLUS automatic transmission and the car from 0 to 60 mph in 5.6 seconds and up to a top speed of 155

Prices

On the US market, the new generation M-Class will go on sale in 2011. US customers will to choose between two models: 4Matic priced at $49,865 and BlueTec 4Matic diesel at $51,365.

Packages

Premium 1 $3,600

Rearview Camera

folding, auto dimming

Driver memory with Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

System w/ hard-drive navigation real-time traffic weather

/ MP3 Media Interface

SIRIUS Radio

10GB music

Enhanced voice control

sun visors

115V AC power

Premium 2 Package $5,450

1 package contents plus:

cooled cup holders*

harman/kardon Surround-Sound System w/ Dolby 5.1

Rear storage compartment

Multi-color Ambient lighting*

Handling Package $5,150

Damping System

ACTIVE SYSTEM*

AIRMATIC Air Suspension

Twin 5-spoke Alloy

Lighting Package $1,290

cleaning system

Adaptive Assist*

Bi-Xenon headlamps active curve illumination

Illuminating lamps

Lane Package $850

Blind Assist

Lane Keeping

Driver Assistance Package

DISTRONIC PLUS with Brake*

Active Blind Assist*

Active Lane Assist*

Full leather ($1,620)

Burl walnut trim (TBD)

PARKTRONIC Parking Assist* ($970)

/Leather multifunction steering ($590)

Power panorama ($1,090)

Heated steering ($225)

Trailer hitch

Stainless steel running w/ rubber studs ($670)

Rear Seat Entertainment ($1,970)

Rear Seat System Pre-Wiring ($240)

rear seats ($620)

($650)

Competition

The two biggest for the new M-Class will continue to be the BMW X5 and the Q7 . BMW X5 comes with a choice of a V8 or a straight six-cylinder. The BMW X5 xDrive50i is by a V8 petrol engine with BMW Turbo that delivers a of 407 HP, while the X5 xDrive35i is powered by a six-cylinder petrol engine BMW TwinPower Turbo that a total of 306 HP.

The Audi Q7 is offered a choice of three new V6 engines gasoline and one diesel). The entry is powered by a supercharged V6 engine develops a total of 272 HP and 295.02 of toque, while the 3.0 TFSI a total of 333 HP and 324.53 lb-ft of

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