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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  RE cars - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By Ruthie Estrada - February 22 - 10:23 pm

  I am a mother, very good handling

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  Dme cars - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By Diego Menendez - February 19 - 2:23 pm

  very good handling, 4wdrive sytem

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  Great Truck-Espcly compared to the X5 - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By Ustick - January 18 - 10:00 am

  Finally got rid of my 2002 X5 Bimmer. What a piece of South Carolina-built crap. (I traded it in - didnt have the heart to stick someone else with it.) If it wasnt a recall that had me back at the BMW dealers service department, it was something else. What happened to you BMW? You need HELP...NOW, especially after learning you have a secret letter out to your dealers authorizing them to buy back the newly-released 7 series cars from all the customers having problems. The Benz is magnificent so far - comfort, convenience, and great performance. Love the V-8. Wow, what power.

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  Fabulous Car - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By ML500 Driver - January 7 - 11:23 am

  Cant get a better SUV. Make sure you get the navigation system

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  good suv - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By steve270cdi - December 7 - 10:00 am

  I am from scotland and have the ml270cdi, I have read all the problems with the old model and do not like its look inside or out but the facelift modle is very good and mated to the auto mated to the 270cdi is one very smooth drivetrain. I have the rear spare wheel holder that makes it look very tough.Like an suv should.I just wish I could have had the 400cdi. I get 33 mpg and found the x5 easy to dicount. I need the low ratio gears and also the $6000 price differnce. Anyway love the car.`,

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  No Lemon Here - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By HappyWithMine - August 20 - 4:36 pm

  Despite so many negative reviews of the ML-class, our experience with this vehicle since purchasing it new has been one of trouble free driving. While its true that some of the plastic interior materials are of lower quality than one would expect from Mercedes Benz, the fit and finish of the vehicle has been excellent. I really have no complaints about this SUV. It has always started; the AC is perfect; no electrical issues; the drive train is sound; the chassis is solid and squeak-free. Perhaps weve just been lucky, but after 65,000 miles this Benz has been at least as reliable as my old Mitsubishi Montero...which was the best car Ive ever owned.

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  ML320 Report - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By cwlghl - June 25 - 10:00 am

  We have 7,000 trouble free miles with our ML320. With the red exterior we get numerous positive comments concerning its looks. The 320 engine is quick off the line, but lacks punch above 40 MPH. Fuel economy has been acceptable, nothing to write home about. Its holding its value, which is one of the reasons we selected a Mercedes. Id buy another one, but Id opt for the V-8 version.

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  GREAT TRUCK! - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By ROB - May 13 - 10:00 am

  THE ML320 IS ONE OF THE EST VEHICLES I HAVE EVER OWNED! IT SO ROOMY AND COMFORTABLE, I RECOMMEND IT TO ANYONE LOOKING FORA NEW TRUCK/SUV.

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  Very safe & Solid SUV - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By pkvoss - May 12 - 2:00 am

  This is a very safe and solid SUV, while it may lack some bells and whistles; it has all that it needs to be a solid SUV. I’ve owned 4 of these, 1998 ML 320 2000 ML 320, 2001 ML 430, and 2002 ML 500. It was my wife’s vehicle, I bought this for her to keep her safe, and when a new safety feature was released I traded in the previous one for a new one (stability control, curtain airbags…) I lost her to cancer at 31 years old. So now I keep her ML500 in the garage all waxed and clean. Some people complain about that the tires and or brakes wear out around 20k miles, I’ve experienced this too, but keep in mind that this SUV is almost 5,000 pounds, twice as heavy as an average sedan.

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  The Perfect SUV - 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By carlover14 - May 7 - 10:00 am

  I just recently bought my daughter her first car. She wanted and SUV so I bought her an ML500. I knew it was safe and would run forever. Everybody I know who has owned one had never once taken it to the shop. She loves the looks and I like the comfort of knowing she is safe. The features are great and you get a lot for your money.