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2007 mercedes-benz m-class review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. New diesel and amg versions. introductionthe m-class suv might be the swiss army knife in the mercedes-benz lineup. 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 5,000 pounds. It gives up nothing to the standard, gasoline-powered ml350. It's equipped identically, except for its diesel engine. The 3. 2-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. 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 latest-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 is each model's engine. the ml350 42,680) is powered by mercedes' latest-generation 3. 5-liter gasoline v6, generating 268 horsepower. It comes with vinyl upholstery, automatic headlights, power seats, and an eight-speaker stereo with cd. the ml320cdi 43,680) is equipped similarly but with the 215-hp 3. 2-liter diesel v6 rated at 398 pound-feet of torque. the ml500 49,200) gets a three-valve, twin-spark 302-hp v8 and more standard features. These include heated, leather covered front seats, rain-sensing wipers and tele-aid emergency communication. The ml500 also includes more potent brakes and an upgrade from 17-inch to 18-inch alloy wheels. the ml63 amg 85,500) 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 3,150), parktronic obstacle warning 760), the dvd-based navigation system 1,650), dual-screen rear-seat dvd entertainment system 2,800), keyless go starting 1,100), ipod integration kit 365), cd6 changer 440). Three packages are available, designated premium i 2,800), pii 5,800), and piii 8,600), with exact content tied to the model. Drivers who want the racy look and sportier handling of the ml63 amg, but not the high-power engine, can order the amg sport package 4,550) on any m-class model. 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 2007 mercedes-benz m-class generates more physical and visceral excitement than its predecessors, the pre-2006 models. From the emotional perspective, its front end is bolder, more interesting and more 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. new for 2007 is the ml63 amg, and it 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, unique grille, 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 compliment 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 wheel, finished with the top half in wood and the bottom half in leather. 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. It's a good system, and eliminates the conventional gear selector from the center console, making more room available for elegant design and function. the power seat controls have been relocated from the door to the outboard side of the seat bottom. We can fathom no reason for this change except the cost trimmed by eliminating the remote switches. It's certainly a less convenient arrangement. Still, the front seats themselves (even the base seats in the ml350) are all-day comfortable. The rear seat isn't as supportive as the fronts, but it's much roomier than before. Most of the newly created space in this second-generation m-class translates into more knee and legroom for rear seat passengers. th. Power Seats✔ Anti-lock Brakes✔ Tachometer✔ Cruise Control✔ Sport Package✔ Bluetooth✔ DVD Entertainment System✔ Navigation System✔ Alloy Wheels
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