Overview & Reviews

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class sees additions to its standard and optional packages' features lists. Minimal visual changes include newly standard chrome accents (grille, door handles and exhaust tips) that spice up the looks of this year's ML. Last year's ML500 model has been replaced by the ML550 -- the number change signifies a new 5.5-liter V8. It provides 80 more horsepower than the ML500's V8. The ML350 "Edition 10" celebrates the 10th anniversary of the M-Class with special exterior and interior trim, as well as a few more luxury features.

• A wide range of engines, comfortable for five, sure-footed in bad weather, high-quality interior materials and construction.

• Regular V6 is short on low-end torque, no third-row seat option, expensive for its segment, antiquated electronics interface.

User Reviews:

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  Exactly what I expected - 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By Roscoe18 - August 18 - 7:46 pm

  Its no RR Sport. Not as fun- but 27.4mpg hwy and between 20-22 overall. The gas mileage is great and less carbon emissions. Diesel engine noise is annoying. Porsche will win if they can combine sport and "green" in the new Cayenne!

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  Do not trade your Lexus for it! - 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By Oleg - April 18 - 12:56 pm

  I get used to my 2004 Lexus navigation system and now I am not able to find a Starbucks Coffee in LA. According to Mercedes-Benz, the closed Starbucks is in Oregon. The height of the inside mirror is not adjustable and tall people like me will need to lie down on the passenger sit making the right turn. The half of storage compartment is used by the Bluetooth adapter so you can store only a pair of glasses in it. There are hidden costs. After purchasing the vehicle you will discover that you have to pay extra $400 for the Bluetooth adapter (standard with the Lexus navigation system). The car runs smoothly and has a lot of power, but these small things may spoil the fun of driving it.

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  Hot, Fast, Agile Cayenne Turbo Killer. - 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By frankthemerc - April 15 - 6:23 pm

  Great fit and finish. Fast 0-60 mph 4.4 sec. Rides like it is on rails. Handles like my M5. Solid with great corning on the twisting roads. Great seats and Harmon Kardon sounds system. Passing and power unlimited.

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  Go diesel! - 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By AgWagon - April 2 - 8:06 am

  This is a great SUV all-around, but the diesel clinched it for me. It just makes so much sense for trucks and SUVs. Yes, its a hair louder than a gas engine under acceleration (which is excellent, by the way, because of all that torque). But cruising is very quiet, and theres absolutely no smoke or odor, ever. Bottom line: you get the space and utility you need at a thrifty 26 mpg. Plus, you can feel good about being green with the smaller carbon footprint. Really, youve got to try one.

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  Better than my Range Rover - 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By asasimone - August 28 - 3:26 am

  When I had to look for an SUV to replace my 05 Range Rover, I wanted something smaller and hopefully with a bit better fuel economy. I had already leased a BMW X5 and didnt really love it-it was very heavy and "trucky". The Lexus R was sort of cheap feeling and I believe if you buy a Lexus or Infiniti, you are paying for the badge not the quality. I thought I would miss the luxury of the Rover, but from the moment I p/u my car I have not looked back. It handles beautifully, feels more like a car, much better mileage already w/o breaking in. The only thing better on the Rover was the navigation.

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  Stranded - 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By stranded - July 28 - 8:03 pm

  I have only had my ML350 for 1 year and the battery has died on me twice already. Here I am in a brand new Mercedes and I have to get a jump, how embarrasing. The second time the battery died I took it to the dealership and they said that the computer chip got wet some how. They want to charge me $900, but its not happening.

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  ML-350 - 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By Terry - July 6 - 5:20 pm

  Ive had the ML-350 for 4 weeks now.The performance is great. Quick,solid,smooth shifting. The steering is very sensitive and I tended to oversteer until I got used to it. I think much more responsive than my Jag XJ-8. The ML-350 has so many bells and whistles it takes time to learn them but once you do it seems easy. I was actually happy with the non leather seats. Ive had trouble in the past with leather. Seat adjustment is wonderful. I am 6-4 and my wife is 5-3 so you can imagine what kind of workout the seat motors get. Great car as you would expect

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  2008 ML 550 - Be careful Toyota fans - 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By 2008-550MLBeast - February 18 - 9:30 pm

  Nothing less than what I expected from Mercedes. Youve done it again! Performance like Ive never seen before. Comfort plus unbelievable speed. Not for the Toyota/Lexus girls & guys.... This is way too much vehicle for you! Thank you Mercedes- Benz!

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  Very nice - 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By hemi_torque - December 29 - 2:48 am

  We have one without the airmatic setup….Lightens the weight of the ML and eliminates any potential air springs issues in the future. It has blazing acceleration - when launched, even at part throttle, it can feel like you just got rear ended by a truck that forgot to stop. Youd have to see it to believe what cars it can out accelerate on a regular basis. Has a solid yet comfortable ride. Structure is very solid & tough. Engine & exhaust are tuned to be quiet & relaxed, and so dont be expecting high performance sounds. Has been very reliable so far. Its also a very safe SUV with great crash test results. MPG is actually not bad considering this level of power in an SUV package.

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  My 2nd MLV8! - 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
  By RockyM - December 12 - 6:10 pm

  I traded in my 2006 ML500 for this 2008ML550 because I wanted a few more options such as a hitch and backup camera. My 06ML was wonderful and I had no problems for the three years I owned it! My new 08ML550 is awesome! The extra 80 hp makes it even more powerful (ML500 was fast to me) and the gas mileage is about the same! How do they do that? The quality is top notch and this vehicle is so much fun to drive! Love it!