Under the Hood

The ML350 carries a 232-hp, 3.7-liter V-6 engine, while the ML500 comes with a 288-hp, 5.0-liter V-8. Both models use a five-speed-automatic transmission with a manual shift gate. The permanently engaged four-wheel-drive system has a Low-range gear setting, and it distributes power among the four wheels as needed to maintain traction. Unlike its X5 and RX 330 rivals, Mercedes insists that the M-Class is a true offroad vehicle.

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    Activating the rear view camera
    •► Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock. •► Make sure that the "rear view camera" function is selected in COMAND (see the separate operating i ...

    SETUP
    SETUP shows the drive program, the ESP® (Electronic Stability Program) mode and the SPORT handling mode. Press or on the steering wheel to select the AMG menu. Press the button repeate ...

    Operating audio player or audio media
    Audio data from various audio devices or media can be played, depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle. ► Switch on COMAND and select the audio device or medium (see the separat ...