Overview & Reviews

The M-Class' navigation system enters the 21st century by ditching the old CD-ROM-based design for a much more efficient DVD-based setup. This is the lone change as the MLs received numerous updates last year.

• Safe, comfortable, brisk performance, surefooted in bad weather.

• On-road handling eclipsed by newer crossover SUVs, gets pricey fast if buyer gets tempted by too many options.

User Reviews:

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  Review of M-class - 2003 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By M-class reviewer - December 1 - 10:00 am

  This car is fun to drive and very reliable. It is a perfect size; it is not too large as some are, and not too small as many are.

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  TOO LITTLE FOR TOO MUCH - 2003 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By SCENIC - October 20 - 10:00 am

  NOISY TAILGATE LATCH ON MY WAY HOME AFTER PURCHASE, AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. ANNOYING CREEKING SOUND DEVELOPED ON PASSENGER SIDE WINDSHIELD FRAME POST.DEALER KEPT VEHICLE 3 WEEKS. AFTER TAKING MOST OF THE FRONT END AND DASH APART THEY FOUND A SPOT WELD WHICH NEEDED TO BE RE WELDED. VISIT TO CAR WASH, THE WINDOW SWITCH WOULD NOT CLOSE WINDOW AND HAD TO RETURN TO DEALER FOR REPLACEMENT. POWER STEERING HOSE BROKE AND LEAKED ALL OVER DRIVEWAY BECAUSE OF FAULTY DESIGN. WOUND UP HAVING RECALL ON THIS FAULTY DESIGN.TOP HEAVY FEEL WHEN DRIVING ON WINDING ROADS.

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  Great Truck - 2003 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By AMGML55 - October 13 - 10:00 am

  This is a great truck...PERIOD. I looked at getting an X5 4.6, Toureg, Cayenne, MDX, Rx330(so bland)and even a Navigator. No comparison. This is a sports car in an SUVs body. Gas mileage sucks, but you have 342 ponies to play with. Ive had to bring it in for a couple recalls and some minor things, but the dealership has been great. No regrets.

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  Can you believe - 2003 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By Joey Martin - October 11 - 10:00 am

  I have owned this ML 500 for 6 yrs and it has a total of 174,000 mi. It has been bullet proof! Yes its hard on brakes, every 22k mi. Tires depending on brand 30-35K. Mechanically, the only major issue? I just had the dealer install a new power steering pump at 171,000 mi. Wow! Great SUV, the best MB I have ever owned. Why get a new one?

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  ML320 - 2003 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By harry andrews - October 7 - 1:23 pm

  This has been a wonderful car. Built like a truck. A little rough in town, but get it on the highway and it drives like a dream, solid and heavy. Good gas mileage, usually around 25-26 mpg.

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  Love this SUV, but... - 2003 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By Armani - September 21 - 4:06 am

  I bought this car 5 month ago. I was the second owner. The car was one of the top-notch options-equipped and one of the dream cars you wish to buy. I love this car for the way it handles the road and the luxury you barely find in American cars. Although it was the best car I rode so far, I am thinking of selling it for the sole reason of the gas mileage specially when it comes to $3.50 per gallon. One more thought, When you are driving a Mercedes SUV do not compare the feeling with an S class ride. Got it? It a tough rugged SUV with a Mercedes logo.

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  Not impressed - 2003 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By ML320 Owner - September 12 - 10:00 am

  I trusted the quality of Mercedes-Benz, but this vehicle did not meet my expectation. In the past several months, I had a few issues with its brakes, power windows, and transmission. The ride is fine. I did not notice this much when I purchased the vehicle, but the automaker went cheep by using many components made by plasctic. For the price I paid, I couldve found a better-built vehicle in other brands. Just like any other comsumer products, you would be paying premeum for the name, not the quality you should get.

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  Enjoyment - 2003 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By Nole - September 7 - 10:00 am

  After having driving a Chev Suburban for serveral years, the ML-350 is an excellent choice. All the comforts and extras. Fuel economy could be better but it still outshines the Suburban.

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  Makes a great pet - 2003 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By green chiai tea - July 29 - 12:30 am

  The 500 gets even better mileage than the ML430 that it replaced. The tranny is better and more responsive. Xenons, rain sensor wipers, electric rear quarter windows, folding mirrors, etc. . . . it offers all the features youd want in an SUV. Lots of cargo space, and tows like a champ.

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  Good truck - 2003 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By indeed - July 26 - 10:00 am

  The M-Class is now reaching five years old. As Edmunds.com has said, it was a great handling truck back then-- but now everything is car-based and the M is being left behind. As a truck, great. As a crossover, forget it.