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2012 Mercedes-Benz W166 ML 350 4MATIC (Automatic / 7 Gears) 4×4 [2011-2015]

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Overview

2012 Mercedes-Benz W166 ML 350 4MATIC (Automatic / 7 Gears) 4×4 [2011-2015]

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 350 4MATIC, offered in North America (W166), is a 5-door, 4×4 permanent traction SUV. This petrol variant uses the Daimler-Benz M276 DE35 engine, a 3498 cm3 V6 (60°) direct injection third-generation petrol engine. The engine is turbo-free (atmospheric), producing 306 hp / 302 hp / 225 kW in 6500 engine rpm and 370 nm torque in 3500 – 5250 engine rpm. Combined with a 7-speed automatic transmission (7G-Tronic), it accelerates from 0-100 km/h to 7.9 seconds (according to the factory) and reaches an electronically limited top speed of 209 km/h . Its combined fuel consumption, according to the estimate (EPA), is around 12.4 L/100km . The car has a length of 4804 mm , a width of 1926 mm , a height of 1796 mm and weighs 2155 kg , with a fuel tank of 93 liters .

Model:W166 ML 350 4MATIC
Production year:2012
Transmission:Automatic 7 speed
Starting price:€16,500
Engine size:3.5 L
Max torque:370 Nm
Cylinders alignment:V 6
Charge system:Gasoline pa turbocharger
Displacement:3498 cm3
Max power:306 PS / 302 HP / 225 kW
Fuel type:Gasoline
Fuel consumption:13 L/100km combined
Extra-urban:9.5-11.4 L/100km
City:15.7-18.8 L/100km
Emission standard:Euro 5
Body style:SUV
0-80 km/h:5 s
0-100 km/h:7.5 s
0-160 km/h:18.9 s
0-200 km/h:39.4 s
Top speed:209 km/h
Curb weight:2155 kg
Gross weight:2925 kg
Length:4804 mm
Width:1926 mm
Height:1796 mm
Fuel capacity:93 liters

Expert Assessment

Consumption
75%
Safety
75%
Performance
60%
Driveability
70%
Durability
60%
Maintenance
50%
Design
65%
Summary

The ML 350 4MATIC for the North American market uses the reliable M276 engine, which replaced the old M272 engine by eliminating problems with the shaft balancer. The version for the US and Canada often comes with a larger fuel tank (93 liters) compared to the standard European version. The main considerations for this model include the maintenance of the direct injection system and the control of the phase chain tensioners to avoid noises during ignition. This model offers high stability on the road thanks to the 4x4 system and balanced weight.

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