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    • 2012-M-Class-082_a_CF.jpgThe BlueTEC clean diesel V-6 is quick, clean and quiet.1
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    The BlueTEC clean diesel V-6 is quick, clean and quiet.

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    Power on the forefront

    The rewards of performance are yours on demand from any of four advanced Direct Injection engines: a 302-hp V-6, MY13 ML Versatility Highlights, 402-hp biturbo V-8 and 518-hp AMG biturbo V-8 gasoline engines, or the torque-rich yet fuel-stingy 240-hp clean-diesel BlueTEC V-6. Channeled through a paddle-shifted 7-speed automatic transmission, every M-Class engine delivers instant response with enduring efficiency.  (Disclaimer)

    Requires the use of ultralow-sulfur diesel fuel. Mercedes-Benz diesel vehicles utilize advanced emission control technology that is designed to comply with current stringent exhaust emissions regulations. Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) fuel with no more than5% biodiesel content must be used. Mercedes-Benz approves the use of B5 biodiesel in all BlueTEC engines as pure biodiesel (B100) and biodiesel blends greater than B5 (e.g. B10, B20, etc.) are not factory-approved and can damage the engine, fuel system and exhaust aftertreatment system. The only approved biodiesel content is one that both meets ASTM D6751 specifications and has the oxidation stability to necessary to prevent deposit/corrosion-related damages to the system (min 6th proven by En 14112 method). Please see your service station for further information. If the B5 biodiesel blend does not clearly indicate that it meets the above standards, do not use it. The Mercedes-Benz New Vehicle Limited warranty does not cover damage caused by non Mercedes-Benz approved fuel standards.

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    Rugged refinement

    Standard 19-inch wheels team up with a 4-wheel independent multilink suspension with AGILITY CONTROL, an innovation that instantly recalibrates the shock absorbers with every change in the road surface. A new On/Off-Road Package combines adaptive AIRMATIC suspension with automatic level control, six selectable driving programs and added underbody protection.  (Disclaimer)

    Off-road driving should only be attempted by drivers with the necessary skill, experience and understanding of the vehicle´s limits. Read Operator´s Manual before driving off-road or in deep water. Driving in water of unknown depth is not recommended.
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    Confident composure

    Available 4MATIC™ all-wheel drive integrates our 4-wheel Electronic Traction System. 4-ETS continually redistributes the engine's torque to the wheels with the best grip, even if that's only one wheel. And with a permanent 50:50 front/rear torque split, 4MATIC offers sporty handling on dry roads too. Standard on most models, the gasoline-engine ML350 offers either 4MATIC or even more efficient and sport rear-wheel drive.  (Disclaimer)

    No system, regardless of how advanced, can overcome the laws of physics or correct careless driving. Please always wear your seat belt. Performance is limited by available traction, which snow, ice and other conditions can affect. Always drive carefully, consistent with conditions. Best performance in snow is obtained with winter tires.

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    Rigid body, flexible cabin

    With heated 8-way power front seats and reclining rear seats, the versatile cabin accommodates five passengers in a haven of comfort. The rear seats flip and fold flat in a 60/40 split, to accommodate up to 80.3 cubic feet of cargo in a variety of configurations.

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    Strong towing, smarter going

    With a generous 7,200-lb towing capacity when outfitted with the optional hitch, the M-Class pulls a trailer with confidence. Whenever you're towing, standard Trailer Stability Assist acts decisively to rein in trailer sway, helping keep your worries behind you.  (Disclaimer)

    With optional trailer hitch. Read Operator´s Manual before towing. In some states, aftermarket trailer brakes are required. See dealer for details.

Trailer Stability Assist

A trailer in tow can adversely affect the driving dynamics of a vehicle. Standard with Trailer Stability Assist uses the sensors for the Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) to monitor for trailer sway, or oscillations caused by the trailer's movement. The system then intervenes by using the front brakes of your Mercedes to help stabilize the vehicle and trailer. Once the system is satisfied that the situation is under control, braking intervention is ceased.

iPod integration

The iPod®/MP3 Media Interface turns your Mercedes-Benz into an extension of your iPod or compatible electronic device. Browse, select and play your musical accompaniment of choice via the multifunction steering wheel or central controller. New for 2013, you can even search for music via the Enhanced Voice Control system.

7-speed automatic transmission

7-speed automatic transmission
A wide range of closely spaced gear ratios delivers the ideal response for virtually every driving situation, for smooth cruising, quick acceleration, and thanks to two overdrive ratios, better highway fuel efficiency. Adaptive logic monitors your driving style and adjusts its shift points to match, while standard paddle shifters offer manual-style enjoyment anytime you want it.

Music Register

Music Register allows you to store up to 10GB of your own digital music on the in-dash hard drive. It lets you copy songs from your CDs and DVDs and save them to your vehicle's audio system, so you can listen to them anytime and anywhere you drive.

biturbo V-8

An advanced 402-hp 4.6-liter V-8 combines numerous advances and twin turbos to deliver 12% more power. Its 443 lb-ft torque peak offers 45% more thrust at just 2,000 rpm. Its rapid-multispark ignition fires up to four times per millisecond, while new high-pressure Direct Injection microscopically tunes the fuel spray, reducing emissions, fuel consumption and noise. A lightweight diecast-alloy block, quicker and more widely variable valve timing, reduced friction, and clever "on-demand" ancillary components like the alternator further boost efficiency.

Lane Keeping Assist

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With technology that monitors ordinary road markings, Lane Keeping Assist helps detect unintended drifting off-course, and alerts the driver by vibrating the steering wheel.

six selectable driving programs

With the On/Off-Road Package, a rotary selector on the console offers six driving programs: Auto, Sport, Snow, Trailer and two Off-road modes that increase both ride height and fording depth.

DISTRONIC PLUS

This advanced, radar-based cruise control monitors the vehicle ahead and adjusts your speed to help maintain a chosen following distance. It can even bring the car to a halt if it senses stopped traffic, then resume automatically. Should the car ahead slow or stop suddenly, the PRE-SAFE Brake system can automatically engage up to 40% of available braking power and issue an audiovisual alarm. If you still haven't applied the brakes within 0.6 seconds of a calculated impact, it automatically engages 100% braking power.

BlueTEC V-6

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BlueTEC clean diesel technology is the state of the art in any US state. The 3.0-liter turbodiesel V-6 delivers 240 hp, a massive 455 lb-ft of torque, and acceleration as quick as its gasoline counterpart. Mercedes-Benz, pioneer of the original diesel car, has reinvented it without the noise, odor and emissions of old. By injecting a solution called AdBlue® into the exhaust, BlueTEC reduces smog-causing NOx to harmless nitrogen and water vapor. And with better highway mpg than some 4-cylinders and hybrids, if offers a cruising range of over 600 miles.

multicolor ambient lighting

A network of efficient LEDs and fiber optics casts a gentle glow from beneath the trim on the dashboard and door panels, both to welcome occupants into the cabin and to help make nighttime driving feel more secure. For an added touch of personality, any of three illumination color profiles (Polar, Solar and Neutral) can be selected.

AGILITY CONTROL

AGILITY CONTROL suspension
Engineered specifically for performance driving, AGILITY CONTROL automatically adjusts the individual shock absorbers based on the road surface and the driver's current driving style. Valving inside each shock absorber automatically firms up during stronger body motions for sharper handling feedback and stability, and reduces the damping rates during gentler motions for a smoother, more composed ride.

air bags

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An advanced system of 9 air bags offers 11-way occupant protection. Dual two-stage front air bags, front and rear side-impact air bags, a driver's knee air bag, and window curtain air bags for both seating rows are all standard.

8-way power front seats

Both front seats power-adjust for reach, height, tilt and recline. Convenient, intuitive controls on the side of each seat make it easy to find your ideal driving position. For long-term comfort and lower-back support, the driver's seat offers a lumbar support that precisely adjusts in/out and up/down.

harman/kardon

Specifically engineered for the M-Class, this premium digital sound system fills the cabin with 830 watts of beautifully balanced audio. No fewer than 13 strategically placed speakers plus the rich bass of a subwoofer deliver a wholly immersive listening experience through Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound technology. Digital Dynamic Volume Control impeccably and imperceptibly maintains the sound spectrum for consistent listening pleasure in varying driving conditions.

ATTENTION ASSIST

The first system of its kind, ATTENTION ASSIST continuously monitors over 70 different parameters of driving behavior in the first minutes of a drive to establish a pattern, and can automatically alert the driver with both visual and audible warnings if it detects signs of drowsiness on long trips.

illuminated front door sills

Brushed metal door sill inserts are elegant and eye-catching. The front sills greet you with softly illuminated Mercedes-Benz logos when a door is opened.

4-wheel Electronic Traction System (4-ETS)

For optimum traction, even in slippery conditions, 4MATIC all-wheel drive incorporates our advanced 4-wheel Electronic Traction System. 4-ETS can help get you going even if three wheels lose their grip. Sensors at each wheel monitor traction based on wheel speeds. If one or more wheels start to slip, 4-ETS individually brakes the slipping wheels to maintain the flow of torque to the wheels with grip. Even if only one wheel has grip, 4-ETS can help get you going and stay in control.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth audio streaming makes it even easier to enjoy your digital music player. It allows you to connect your Bluetooth-equipped iPod® or other MP3 player wirelessly to your vehicle's audio system for convenient, cable-free playback.

navigation

Using a fast 80GB hard drive to store maps, points of interest and even Zagat® Survey ratings for restaurants, hotels and golf courses, this virtual copilot offers detailed driving directions with a friendly voice. The 7-inch LCD screen displays your route with new 3D maps of building profiles and elevations, plus gas stations, ATMs, Mercedes-Benz dealerships and even scenic routes. Data for the contiguous U.S., Canada and Oahu, Hawaii are standard, with periodic updates available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer.

PRE-SAFE®

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PRE-SAFE can detect instability during certain vehicle maneuvers that suggest a collision or rollover is imminent. It can then tighten the front seat belts, and close the windows and sunroof, all in an effort to better prepare the occupants and restraints in the moments before a collision. If no accident occurs, the seat-belt tensioners reverse, and you simply readjust your seat, open the sunroof and continue on your way.

302-hp V-6

All-new 3.5L Direct Injection V-6
A new 302-hp 3.5-liter V-6 combines numerous advances to deliver more torque over a wider range of rpm. Its rapid-multispark ignition fires up to four times per millisecond, while new high-pressure Direct Injection microscopically tunes the fuel spray, reducing emissions, fuel consumption and noise. A lightweight diecast-alloy block, quicker and more widely variable valve timing, reduced friction, and clever "on-demand" ancillary components like the alternator further boost efficiency.

AIRMATIC

4-wheel independent suspension
For a balanced, comfortable ride, the AIRMATIC semi-active suspension employs electronically controlled air springs that adjust to changing driving conditions. At the push of a button, the vehicle's ride height can be raised for added ground clearance. The suspension also lowers automatically at higher speeds for improved aerodynamics, stability and fuel-efficiency. AIRMATIC also provides automatic 4-wheel level control, to help compensate for additional cargo or passengers.

SiriusXM Radio

SiriusXM Radio offers 130+ channels of premium digital entertainment, from news, talk and sports to commercial-free music from every genre. Enjoy live broadcasts of the biggest NFL®, NCAA®, NHL® and NBA® teams, plus 150+ college sports teams. While you listen, SiriusXM Traffic keeps you up to date on accidents, traffic, construction and road closures, and even helps your vehicle's navigation system find the fastest route based on real-time traffic. And SiriusXM Weather delivers detailed, graphical weather reports and forecasts.

Blind Spot Assist

Blind Spot Assist
When the vehicle is traveling above 18 mph, this system uses radar technology to sense when a vehicle enters the blind-spot area. Blind Spot Assist then automatically alerts the driver via an illuminated red icon in the vehicle's side mirrors. The system also gives an audible warning if the driver activates a turn signal while a vehicle is detected in the blind spot.

COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST

At speeds above 20 mph, COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST uses radar-based technology to alert the driver if they´re approaching a vehicle ahead at a speed and distance that suggest a collision is likely. Its Adaptive Brake Assist automatically provides the ideal level of braking as soon as the driver steps on the brake pedal. If deemed necessary, the system can also activate PRE-SAFE, while the system´s engagement of the brake lamps can help to alert drivers behind your vehicle earlier as well.

AMG biturbo V-8

With reduced displacement, numerous innovations and twin turbochargers, the 5.5-liter V-8 of the ML63 AMG outputs a thunderous 516 lb-ft of torque. While it bears the signature of the single technician who lovingly assembled it by hand, it's a high-tech powerhouse. Its twin turbochargers spin up to 185,000 rpm to dramatically boost low-end torque. High-pressure Direct Injection microscopically fine-tunes the fuel spray while rapid-multispark ignition fires up to four times in a millisecond. Its 32 valves are driven by dual overhead camshafts that can precisely vary their timing by up to 40 degrees.
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* Excludes all options, taxes, title, registration, $905 transportation charge, and dealer prep fee.

Vehicles depicted may feature optional equipment. Production equipment may differ.

** A discount on the combined monthly rate is offered when the mbrace PLUS and Mercedes-Benz Apps Packages are ordered together. Please see your dealer.

† Stated rates of acceleration are based upon manufacturer's track results and may vary depending on model environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load.

‡ With optional trailer hitch. Read Operator's Manual before towing. In some states, aftermarket trailer brakes are required. See dealer for details.

*** For more information on the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and the 2013 Top Safety Pick awards, visit www.iihs.org. Star ratings are part of the U.S. Department of Transportation´s Safercar.gov program (www.safercar.gov).