Mercedes-Benz ML-Class - Revision history

Red marquis at 05:36, 30 September 2008

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Reliability

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	*'''RECALL ALERT:''' On January 19th, 2008, Mercedes-Benz announced a recall entailing 9,004 2007 E320 Bluetec, ML320 CDI, and GL320 CDI models due to problems with a defective crankshaft sensor, which would cause the engine to lose power and strand the vehicle, according to the NHTSA. [http://www.autoblog.com/2008/01/19/mercedes-benz-usa-recalling-9000-diesel-models/]		*'''RECALL ALERT:''' On January 19th, 2008, Mercedes-Benz announced a recall entailing 9,004 2007 E320 Bluetec, ML320 CDI, and GL320 CDI models due to problems with a defective crankshaft sensor, which would cause the engine to lose power and strand the vehicle, according to the NHTSA. [http://www.autoblog.com/2008/01/19/mercedes-benz-usa-recalling-9000-diesel-models/]

			*'''RECALL ALERT:''' On July 09, 2008, Mercedes-Benz issued a recall alert pertaining 52,740 model year 2006-2008 ML & GL-Class SUVs regarding an improperly welded trailer hitch that could detach from the body frame under enough stress. Mercedes-Benz urges all owners of affected vehicles to contact 1-800-367-6372 in order to set up an appointment to have the item replaced. [http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2008/07/mercedes-recalling-52740-ml-gl-class.html]

	===Safety===		===Safety===

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Reliability

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	===Reliability===		===Reliability===
			Pre- 2002 models are notorious for squeaks and rattles.


	*'''RECALL ALERT:''' On January 19th, 2008, Mercedes-Benz announced a recall entailing 9,004 2007 E320 Bluetec, ML320 CDI, and GL320 CDI models due to problems with a defective crankshaft sensor, which would cause the engine to lose power and strand the vehicle, according to the NHTSA. [http://www.autoblog.com/2008/01/19/mercedes-benz-usa-recalling-9000-diesel-models/]		*'''RECALL ALERT:''' On January 19th, 2008, Mercedes-Benz announced a recall entailing 9,004 2007 E320 Bluetec, ML320 CDI, and GL320 CDI models due to problems with a defective crankshaft sensor, which would cause the engine to lose power and strand the vehicle, according to the NHTSA. [http://www.autoblog.com/2008/01/19/mercedes-benz-usa-recalling-9000-diesel-models/]

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2008-06-09T12:09:22Z

Design quirks and oddities

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	==Design quirks and oddities==		==Design quirks and oddities==
	~~Pre- 2002 models are notorious for squeaks and rattles.~~

	==Awards==		==Awards==

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Design quirks and oddities

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	==Design quirks and oddities==		==Design quirks and oddities==
			Pre- 2002 models are notorious for squeaks and rattles.

	==Awards==		==Awards==

Red marquis at 02:33, 18 April 2008

2008-04-18T02:33:46Z

Show changes

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2008-04-18T01:11:32Z

Design quirks and oddities

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	~~==Design quirks and oddities==~~

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First Generation/Origins (1998-2005)

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	==First Generation/Origins (1998-2005)==		==First Generation/Origins (1998-2005)==
	At launch, the M-Class was a technological 'tour de force'. It was the first SUV to feature [[Electronic Stability Control\|stability control]], a system designed to detect loss of control and instantaneously intervene with selective braking to bring the vehicle back on its intended course. This system is now hailed by safety experts, and studies have shown stability control and systems like it are capable of reducing single vehicle crashes by up to 30 percent. Furthermore, the M-Class boasted front and side-impact airbags with advanced occupant detection for the front passenger seat, which, combined with Mercedes' legendary safety structure, earned the M-Class the highest marks in insurance industry crash tests.		At launch, the M-Class was a technological 'tour de force'. It was the first luxury SUV to feature [[Electronic Stability Control\|stability control]], a system designed to detect loss of control and instantaneously intervene with selective braking to bring the vehicle back on its intended course. This system is now hailed by safety experts, and studies have shown stability control and systems like it are capable of reducing single vehicle crashes by up to 30 percent. Furthermore, the M-Class boasted front and side-impact airbags with advanced occupant detection for the front passenger seat, which, combined with Mercedes' legendary safety structure, earned the M-Class the highest marks in insurance industry crash tests.

	A road test on the British programme ''Top Gear'' revealed that the presenter, Jeremy Clarkson, could put his fingers into the gap below the rear lights and above the rear bumper. This improved over the years, especially after a mild facelift for 2002. ~~However, owners are often unhappy with the car's quality - for example, the car was placed last out of 142 cars in the ''Top Gear'' Motoring Survey 2004.~~ [[DaimlerChrysler]] spent US$600 million on improvements before launching the second-generation ML in 2005.		A road test on the British programme ''Top Gear'' revealed that the presenter, Jeremy Clarkson, could put his fingers into the gap below the rear lights and above the rear bumper. This improved over the years, especially after a mild facelift for 2002. [[DaimlerChrysler]] spent US$600 million on improvements before launching the second-generation ML in 2005.

	Major model variants have included the ML320, ML350, ML430, ML500 and ML55, along with the ML230 and the turbodiesel ML270 CDI and ML400 CDI in Europe. The ML55, or ML55 AMG, featured a [[V8]] engine made by Aufrecht Melcher Grossaspach (AMG), modified body-work, and other performance features.The ML350 replaced the ML320 as the base model in the United States a few years after its introduction by [[Mercedes-Benz]].		Major model variants have included the ML320, ML350, ML430, ML500 and ML55, along with the ML230 and the turbodiesel ML270 CDI and ML400 CDI in Europe. The ML55, or ML55 AMG, featured a [[V8]] engine made by Aufrecht Melcher Grossaspach (AMG), modified body-work, and other performance features.The ML350 replaced the ML320 as the base model in the United States a few years after its introduction by [[Mercedes-Benz]].

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ML63 AMG

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	====ML63 AMG====		====ML63 AMG====
	The AMG version of the W164, the '''ML63 AMG''', was introduced at the 2006 North American International Auto Show as a 2007 model. It features a 6.2 L ''M156'' [[V8]] engine producing ~~503~~ [[HP\|hp]] (375 kW) and 465 ft·lbf (630 N·m) of torque. Mercedes-Benz's 7G-TRONIC seven-speed [[automatic transmission]] is standard.		The AMG version of the W164, the '''ML63 AMG''', was introduced at the 2006 North American International Auto Show as a limited edition 2007 model. It features a 6.3 L ''M156'' [[V8]] engine producing 510 [[HP\|hp]] (375 kW) and 465 ft·lbf (630 N·m) of torque. Mercedes-Benz's 7G-TRONIC seven-speed [[automatic transmission]] is standard.

	==First Generation/Origins (1998-2005)==		==First Generation/Origins (1998-2005)==

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2008-04-18T01:05:05Z

Current Generation: (2006–Present)

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	The redesigned M-class (chassis name ''W164'') was introduced to the public in April 2005 as a 2006 model after showing at the North American International Auto Show in January. It is almost entirely new, with a more sporting, aerodynamic look—the coefficient of drag is down to 0.34. Mercedes-Benz has also made the new M-class larger, measuring 150 mm longer than the first model. The M-Class was named "Best New Sport Utility Vehicle" in the 2006 Canadian Car of the Year awards.		The redesigned M-class (chassis name ''W164'') was introduced to the public in April 2005 as a 2006 model after showing at the North American International Auto Show in January. It is almost entirely new, with a more sporting, aerodynamic look—the coefficient of drag is down to 0.34. Mercedes-Benz has also made the new M-class larger, measuring 150 mm longer than the first model. The M-Class was named "Best New Sport Utility Vehicle" in the 2006 Canadian Car of the Year awards.

	~~Due to public knowledge of poor quality control at the Alabama factory,~~ Mercedes-Benz extensively publicized the US$600 million spent to improve the factory. According to early automotive press reports, the 2006 M-Class vehicles demonstrate vast improvements in build quality.		Mercedes-Benz extensively publicized the US$600 million spent to improve the factory. According to early automotive press reports, the 2006 M-Class vehicles demonstrate vast improvements in build quality.

	The platform is shared with the new [[Mercedes-Benz R-Class\|R-Class]] and [[Mercedes-Benz GL-Class\|GL-Class]], and is a unibody type rather than the body-on-frame used by the last M and G-Class vehicles.		The platform is shared with the new [[Mercedes-Benz R-Class\|R-Class]] and [[Mercedes-Benz GL-Class\|GL-Class]], and is a unibody type rather than the body-on-frame used by the last M and G-Class vehicles.

	New features in the 2006 M-Class include the 7G-TRONIC seven-speed transmission, optional Active Curve-Illuminating Bi-Xenon headlights which "steer" in the path of the vehicle, and an adjustable-height air suspension. The base price for the ML350 in the US is about US$40,000.		New features in the 2006 M-Class include the 7G-TRONIC seven-speed transmission, optional Active Curve-Illuminating Bi-Xenon headlights which "steer" in the path of the vehicle, and an adjustable-height air suspension. The base price for the ML350 base model in the US is about US$45,000.

	4-valve engines are replacing the previous 3-valve [[SOHC]] [[V6\|V6]] and current 3-valve V8:		4-valve engines are replacing the previous 3-valve [[SOHC]] [[V6\|V6]] and current 3-valve V8:
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	* '''ML450''' - 4.6 L 4-valve V8, 325 [[HP\|hp]] (242 kW) and 370 ft·lbf (500 N·m)		* '''ML450''' - 4.6 L 4-valve V8, 325 [[HP\|hp]] (242 kW) and 370 ft·lbf (500 N·m)
	* '''ML550''' - 5.5 L 4-valve V8, 410 [[HP\|hp]] (306 kW) and 405 ft·lbf (550 N·m)		* '''ML550''' - 5.5 L 4-valve V8, 410 [[HP\|hp]] (306 kW) and 405 ft·lbf (550 N·m)
	* '''ML63 AMG''' - 6.2 L 4-valve V8, 510 [[HP\|hp]] (347 kW)		* '''ML63 AMG''' - 6.3 L 4-valve V8, 510 [[HP\|hp]] (347 kW)
	* '''ML280 CDI''' - 3.0 L [[V6\|V6]] [[Turbo Engine\|Turbo]] Diesel, 140 kW (190 [[HP\|hp]] DIN) and 440 N·m (325 ft·lbf)		* '''ML280 CDI''' - 3.0 L [[V6\|V6]] [[Turbo Engine\|Turbo]] Diesel, 140 kW (190 [[HP\|hp]] DIN) and 440 N·m (325 ft·lbf)
	* '''ML320 CDI''' - 3.0 L [[V6\|V6]] [[Turbo Engine\|Turbo]] Diesel, 165 kW (224 [[HP\|hp]] DIN) and 510 N·m (376 ft·lbf)		* '''ML320 CDI''' - 3.0 L [[V6\|V6]] [[Turbo Engine\|Turbo]] Diesel, 165 kW (224 [[HP\|hp]] DIN) and 510 N·m (376 ft·lbf)

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	The redesigned M-class (chassis name ''W164'') was introduced to the public in April 2005 as a 2006 model after showing at the North American International Auto Show in January. It is almost entirely new, with a more sporting, aerodynamic look—the coefficient of drag is down to 0.34. Mercedes-Benz has also made the new M-class larger, measuring 150 mm longer than the first model. The M-Class was named "Best New Sport Utility Vehicle" in the 2006 Canadian Car of the Year awards.		The redesigned M-class (chassis name ''W164'') was introduced to the public in April 2005 as a 2006 model after showing at the North American International Auto Show in January. It is almost entirely new, with a more sporting, aerodynamic look—the coefficient of drag is down to 0.34. Mercedes-Benz has also made the new M-class larger, measuring 150 mm longer than the first model. The M-Class was named "Best New Sport Utility Vehicle" in the 2006 Canadian Car of the Year awards.

	~~Due to public knowledge of poor quality control at the Alabama factory,~~ Mercedes-Benz extensively publicized the US$600 million spent to improve the factory. According to early automotive press reports, the 2006 M-Class vehicles demonstrate vast improvements in build quality.		Mercedes-Benz extensively publicized the US$600 million spent to improve the factory. According to early automotive press reports, the 2006 M-Class vehicles demonstrate vast improvements in build quality.

	The platform is shared with the new [[Mercedes-Benz R-Class\|R-Class]] and [[Mercedes-Benz GL-Class\|GL-Class]], and is a unibody type rather than the body-on-frame used by the last M and G-Class vehicles.		The platform is shared with the new [[Mercedes-Benz R-Class\|R-Class]] and [[Mercedes-Benz GL-Class\|GL-Class]], and is a unibody type rather than the body-on-frame used by the last M and G-Class vehicles.

	New features in the 2006 M-Class include the 7G-TRONIC seven-speed transmission, optional Active Curve-Illuminating Bi-Xenon headlights which "steer" in the path of the vehicle, and an adjustable-height air suspension. The base price for the ML350 in the US is about US$40,000.		New features in the 2006 M-Class include the 7G-TRONIC seven-speed transmission, optional Active Curve-Illuminating Bi-Xenon headlights which "steer" in the path of the vehicle, and an adjustable-height air suspension. The base price for the ML350 base model in the US is about US$45,000.

	4-valve engines are replacing the previous 3-valve [[SOHC]] [[V6\|V6]] and current 3-valve V8:		4-valve engines are replacing the previous 3-valve [[SOHC]] [[V6\|V6]] and current 3-valve V8:
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	* '''ML450''' - 4.6 L 4-valve V8, 325 [[HP\|hp]] (242 kW) and 370 ft·lbf (500 N·m)		* '''ML450''' - 4.6 L 4-valve V8, 325 [[HP\|hp]] (242 kW) and 370 ft·lbf (500 N·m)
	* '''ML550''' - 5.5 L 4-valve V8, 410 [[HP\|hp]] (306 kW) and 405 ft·lbf (550 N·m)		* '''ML550''' - 5.5 L 4-valve V8, 410 [[HP\|hp]] (306 kW) and 405 ft·lbf (550 N·m)
	* '''ML63 AMG''' - 6.2 L 4-valve V8, 510 [[HP\|hp]] (347 kW)		* '''ML63 AMG''' - 6.3 L 4-valve V8, 510 [[HP\|hp]] (347 kW)
	* '''ML280 CDI''' - 3.0 L [[V6\|V6]] [[Turbo Engine\|Turbo]] Diesel, 140 kW (190 [[HP\|hp]] DIN) and 440 N·m (325 ft·lbf)		* '''ML280 CDI''' - 3.0 L [[V6\|V6]] [[Turbo Engine\|Turbo]] Diesel, 140 kW (190 [[HP\|hp]] DIN) and 440 N·m (325 ft·lbf)
	* '''ML320 CDI''' - 3.0 L [[V6\|V6]] [[Turbo Engine\|Turbo]] Diesel, 165 kW (224 [[HP\|hp]] DIN) and 510 N·m (376 ft·lbf)		* '''ML320 CDI''' - 3.0 L [[V6\|V6]] [[Turbo Engine\|Turbo]] Diesel, 165 kW (224 [[HP\|hp]] DIN) and 510 N·m (376 ft·lbf)