Overview & Reviews

The ML430 is replaced by the ML500, which has a 5.0-liter V8 packing 288 horsepower. Over 1,100 parts of the truck have been modified, but the ML's exterior remains largely the same. New bumpers, clear-lens headlights and revised side mirrors are the most noticeable exterior changes. Inside, the center console sports a new look, and wood grain trim becomes standard on all models. A new automatic climate control system is now standard, and rear-seat passengers get dual cupholders and separate ventilation controls.

• Safe, comfortable, car-like ride and handling, surefooted in bad weather.

• Reputation for poor build quality, looks like a minivan from some angles, confounding COMAND navigation system.

User Reviews:

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  its the best - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By kirk - September 29 - 10:00 am

  i have just purchased an ml500 with all the options and features its amazing it drives like a luxury sedan,its roomy,comfortable,powerful and capable

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  Excellent Choice - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By Jim C. - September 29 - 10:00 am

  For the safety features--its almost a mobile air bag--the build quality, and all the comforts this was an easy choice vs. American competitors. Some say a little pricey, true, but my dealer took off $3800 by the end. Rare for MB.

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  7th mercedes owned - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By gunlawyer - August 12 - 1:10 am

  Owned Mercedes since 1976. From 190E thru stationwagons. By far the best appearance since 1979 Wagon, great ride, show stopping appearance. Hard dealing to get acceptable purchase price with trade (Mercedes). Would do it again in a heartbeat.

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  its been great - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By katana1127 - July 10 - 10:00 am

  bought brand new and my 2nd ml320. no major issues so far, handles great rain or snow. would buy another.

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  Over 20 visits to dealer in 24 months - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By Sad in St. Louis - July 4 - 2:00 am

  What a sincere disappointment this vehicle has been. After having everything from pieces falling off of the inside to the car stalling out while driving, not to mention the week we couldnt get it to go into reverse causing us to cancel our vacation...the Merecedes area rep hung up on me when I asked if they could do anything to help us out since apparently we had a problem vehicle. Doesnt that make you feel good about dealing the the company? When it drives, we love the car but since it isnt that often...well, we are looking into something else for our next car.

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  Nice car - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By drjay71 - June 24 - 10:00 am

  Great ride, amazing luxury, solid feel

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  Love the SUV - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By tiger2doll - June 5 - 10:00 am

  Very elegent and powerful SUV. A definite Headturner. Afterall - a Mercedes is a Mercedes. Nothing compares to it. Someone has rightly said - Life is too short and the roads too long to drive anything else except a Mercedes-Benz. Lots of Safety features - comfortable interior seating surfaces. Very nice and thoughtful small features. Love the SUV.

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  NOT WORTH THE MONEY... - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By LoveToDrive - March 3 - 10:16 am

  Mercedes benz sales people are talented in their B.S. but for the money this one is DOG! Buy something else, Mercedes has cut too many corners to make this car affordable however it must looks like a Mercedes and acts like a Dodge! Happy hunting!

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  Pretty Good - I Guess - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By MG - January 13 - 4:06 pm

  Has been in the shop a number of times for things breaking (and I have less than 20K on it). Thank goodness its still under warranty. First Mercedes so I thought the quality of the interior was good, but now on comparison I feel it is fair. Service has been excellent but it really shouldnt have needed so much service already.

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  Great SUV! - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By mr nyc - January 6 - 3:30 pm

  We recently purchased the ML500 and have extremely pleased. Build quality is excellent, contrary to prior models. Engine is smooth, powerful and very fast. Very comfortable interior and ride. Good handling. Plenty of luggage space. Bose sound system is phenominal. Nvatigation system is excellent and very accurate. Overall, a great car.