2008 Mercedes Benz M-Class
2008 Mercedes Benz M-Class by Suv-Reviews.net
How can you not love anything from Mercedes Benz? As the original luxury SUV from Mercedes Benz, the M-Class can seat up to five adults, carry a lot of luggage, handles smoothly in all terrains and of course, is a great off-road driving experience. The spacious interior and powerful handling are two of the best features many consumers love about the 2008 Mercedes Benz M-Class.
The M-Class is available in four distinctive models, all of which are equipped with 7-speed automatic transmission and 4-wheel electronic traction system (4ETS) capability. Powered by a 3.0 litre, turbo-diesel V6 engine generating 215-hp, the ML320 CDI is the starting point for these luxury SUVs. Then comes the ML350, with a 3.5 litre gasoline V6 with 268-hp. The ML550 has an upgraded 5.5 litre V8 with 382-hp. The star of the Mercedes SUV lineup, the ML63 AMG runs on a 6.3 litre V8, generating 503-hp.
The 2008 Mercedes Benz M-Class can easily be described as a powerful and luxurious vehicle, because all trims drive smoothly and the transmission is always undetectable. The fuel consumption is efficient, especially during long distance trips, and is at a rate of 20 mpg on the highway and 15mpg in the city.
Dual DVD systems, satellite navigation system, sensory wipers, ipod connection, three power outlets, folding mirrors, power tailgate – the 2008 Mercedes Benz M-Class has everything you could possibly want from a SUV. Safety features for the new model include stability control, front, side and overhead impact airbags, pretensioners, traction control and more. The safety ratings provided by the US NHTSA are 5/5 for both driver and passenger safety in the case of a collision.
The 2008 Mercedes Benz M-Class models are priced between $40,900 (€26,200) and $80,900 (€51,800) in retail automobile dealerships.