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STARTING FROM SCRATCH

2008-06-30T14:22:00.000-07:00

Mercedes practically invented the luxury sports vehicle, then reinvented it with the 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class. We mean reinvented: the company changed the whole foundation, from the original body-on-frame truck-style design to a welded unibody construction. This front-to-back change resulted in a new double-wishbone front suspension and a new four-link independent rear suspension.

You have to see it for yourself to appreciate these wholesale changes, and fortunately we've got the photos to help. Want to know more about the automotive phenomenon known as the 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class? We've got specs and reviews too. Plus financing and pricing info if you like what you see.

'08 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

2008-06-19T08:47:00.000-07:00

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class is all about brand new standard features. Buyers can still have their choice of a diesel engine and an AMG V8; now, however, there is also an anniversary edition.

The ML350 comes complete with a 3.5 liter V-6 with two hundred sixty eight horsepower and two hundred and fifty eight pounds per feet of torque. The ML550 has a V8 engine with three hundred and eighty two horsepower and three hundred and ninety one pounds of feet per torque. The ML63 AMG has a 6.3 liter V8 with five hundred and three horsepower and four hundred and sixty five pounds per feet of torque.

Finally, the ML320 diesel comes complete with two hundred and fifteen horsepower and nearly four hundred pounds per feet of torque. Each engine is mated with a seven speed automatic transmission and TouchShift manual controls situated behind the steering wheel.

Standard safety features for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class include side curtain air bags, rollover sensors, side impact air bags, an electronic stability system, and anti lock brakes featuring Brake Assist.

'07 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

2008-06-19T08:38:00.000-07:00

Much improved even over the critically acclaimed 2006 model, the 2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class is more powerful than any of its previous incarnations.

The 2007 M-Class is capable of down and dirty off-road driving, and has the potential to tow up to five thousand pounds. Furthermore, buyers can choose from two brand new models, the ML320 CDI diesel, which promises to be extremely fuel efficient, and the ML63 AMG, which is marketed as having a supremely high performance.

The 2007 M-Class ML320 CDI comes complete with a 3.2 liter V6 diesel engine, which is the only thing that makes it different from gasoline-powered models. Due in part to its three hundred and ninety eight pounds per feet of torque, the ML320 CDI is extremely economic.

As for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML63 AMG, it has a 6.2 liter V8 engine with five hundred and three horsepower. The V8 engine is hand built, and it can go from 0 to 60 in less than five seconds.

'06 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

2008-06-19T08:02:00.000-07:00

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class has been completely redesigned, and features a long list of improvements over its predecessors. The exterior of the 2006 M-Class, especially, is praised by Benz lovers, drivers, and even the critics of Mercedes cannot find anything bad to say about it.

This model has a wider wheel base and overall length, which provides a better ride, more space, and a classy, stylish look. The grille is silver and chrome, with forty small openings and an oversized Mercedes emblem.

In profile, the 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class is exquisite, featuring bold, sleek lines and an aggressive looking rear, lending to an overall look of power and aggression. Cargo space in the 2006 M-Class is taller and wider, with a grand total of more than seventy two cubic feet worth of storage space.

The room in the interior is plentiful as well, in part due to Mercedes decision to not force in a third row of seating, which leaves plenty of leg and shoulder room for front and backseat passengers alike.

RIDING HIGH -- WITHOUT SACRIFICING BALANCE

2008-05-27T12:23:00.000-07:00

A Mercedes dealer once told me about something called "unibody construction" which supposedly was the secret of its low-profile comfort. The vehicle, he explained, could feel large without riding high -- giving families easier access to its environs. The 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class exemplifies this characteristic, something I felt as I climbed in -- rather easily, I might add -- myself.
I can't explain fully what it's like, but I can show you the 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class in photos, specs, reviews and other automotive intel. There's pricing info and financing advice too, for those whose interest extends beyond mere curiosity.

2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

2008-05-16T14:12:00.000-07:00

When it comes to the way it drives, the 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class is second to absolutely none. Not only do drivers love the way it handles on the road, but they extol its virtues when it comes to driving off road as well.

Drivers particularly love the 2008 M-Class for its acceleration, performance and the signature Mercedez AirMatic air suspension which is a standard option.

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class features a diesel engine which drivers consider completely state of the art. Although it may be surprising to some, the 2008 M-Class’s diesel engine is just as clean as gasoline engines, and gets great fuel for today’s economy. It is not loud like the reputation older diesels have earned, it is actually just as quiet as any gasoline-burning vehicle.

During a time when gas mileage and zero pollution are so important, the 2008 M-Class goes above and beyond the call of duty.

2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

2008-05-16T12:12:00.000-07:00

Most people readily agree that the interior of the 2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class is a perfect complement to its sleek, aggressive exterior.

Inside the 2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class, the model features dashboards, door panels and seats covered in a stunning variety of wood, leather, plastic, and metal.

Across the dashboard, there are four large, circular shaped air vents. The dashboard itself features a hooded instrument panel, which boasts beautiful chrome trim and sharp, clear and easily visible graphics. Between the gauges, there is a central information window. This can be programmed to keep the driver updated on driving information and maintenance.

The steering wheel is thick, as befitting such a powerful vehicle, and it is considered especially perfect for off-road driving. Its top half has a wood finish, while the bottom half is covered in leather. The center hub has everything from information to a television, to the entertainment and navigation systems. In addition, there is a COMAND system and an LCD display which shows all the aforementioned information.

2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

2008-05-16T10:11:00.000-07:00

Critics and drivers alike love the exterior of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class. These cars come with sweeping front fenders, a wedge shape for aerodynamics, and a grille with air vents and wide louvers.

In addition, the front bumper is equipped with a guard that boasts recessed openings. There are two vent grilles on the hood, making for a fin trim reminiscent of classic Mercedes models. The wheel arches flare quite wide and the windshield is sharply angled. The rear of the car boasts both a rear spoiler and twin tailpipes.

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class is longer, wider, and lower than its predecessors. As for the ML350, it has a black grill and seventeen inch alloy wheels that come complete with seven spokes.

The ML500 sports a silver grille and is generally loaded with chrome. Its wheels are also alloy, but they are eighteen inches. Improving even more, the AMG Sport and Appearance packages offer wheels which are nineteen inches.