Mercedes-Benz M ML-Class Third generation
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| Production | July 2011–present |
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| Model years | 2012–present |
| Assembly | United States: Tuscaloosa, Alabama Mexico: Toluca, Estado de Mexico India: Chakan, India |
| Class | Mid-size crossover SUV |
| Engine | 3.5 L V6 4.6 L V8 5.5 L V8 2.1 L I4 diesel 3.0 L V6 diesel |
| Transmission | 7-speed automatic CVT automatic (hybrid) |
| Wheelbase | 114.8 in (2,916 mm) |
| Length | 4,803 mm (189.1 in) AMG: 4,820 mm (189.8 in) Hybrid: 4,780 mm (188.2 in) |
| Width | 1,926 mm (75.8 in) AMG: 1,950 mm (76.8 in) Hybrid: 1,980 mm (77.8 in) |
| Height | 1,796 mm (70.7 in) AMG: 1,860 mm (73.3 in) |
| Curb weight | 2,150 kg (4,700 lb) |
In 2006, development began on the next-generation M-Class and spanned over a period of 5 years, a much shorter duration than its predecessor. In 2008, the final design was approved and patented domestically on December 16, 2008(U.S. design patent filed on June 15, 2009). The newly redesigned M-class (chassis name W166) was introduced in pre-production form 10 June 2011 as a 2012 model. The first customer-designated W166 rolled off the Tuscaloosa production line on 20 July. It is moderately refined, taking styling cues from the new generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class. An increase in rear seat legroom has been implemented, alongside adjustable rear back-rests. It was to be launched in September 2011.
New features in the 2012 M-Class include an updated 7G-Tronic Plus seven-speed automatic transmission to provide improved fuel economy, optional Adaptive Cruise Control (Distronic Plus), Active Lane Departure Warning System, and an adjustable-height air suspension (AirMatic).
An On&Off Road Package is available for most markets (now including North America) as of the 2013 model year. The package adds a two-speed dual range Magna Powertrain transfer case with center differential lock, reduction gearing, underbody skid plates, and a 6-mode selectable terrain driving program system. The rear differential lock has been discontinued.
Open front and rear differentials are fitted, and use four-wheel electronic traction system (4-ETS) to simulate front and rear differential locks.
The current Popemobile is based on the 2012 M-Class and was delivered in December 2012.
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Engines
Petrol engines Model Years Type Power, torque@rpm ML 350 BlueEFFICIENCY 4MATIC 2012- 3,498 cc (213 cu in) 24V V6 normally aspirated(Mercedes-Benz M276 DE 35 engine) 306 PS (225 kW)@6500, 370 N·m (273 lb·ft)@3500-5250 ML 550 4MATIC 2012- 4,663 cc (285 cu in) 32V V8 BiTurbo 408 PS (300 kW)@5000-5750, 600 N·m (443 lb·ft)@1600-4750 ML 63 AMG (with 4MATIC) 2012- 5,461 cc (333 cu in) 32V V8 Biturbo (Mercedes-Benz M157 engine) 525 PS (386 kW)@5250, 700 N·m (516 lb·ft)@1750-5000 Performance Package: 557 PS (410 kW)@5750, 760 N·m (561 lb·ft)@2000-5000 Diesel engines Model Years Type Power, torque@rpm ML 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC 2012- 2,143 cc (131 cu in) 16V I4 Bi-turbo Mercedes-Benz OM651 DE 22 LA engine 204 PS (150 kW)@4200, 500 N·m (369 lb·ft)@1.600–1.800 ML 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC 2012- 2,987 cc (182 cu in) 24V V6 Single turbo Mercedes-Benz OM 642 LS DE 30 LA engine) 258 PS (190 kW)@3800, 620 N·m (457 lb·ft)@1600 – 2400
