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Cyrk

12/09/2004, 08:49 AM

As expected, the new M-Class offers up two engines at launch. The ML350 is powered by an all-new 3.5-liter, four-valve-per-cylinder V-6 engine delivering 268 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. The ML 500 sports the Benz 5.0-liter V-8 engine with 302 horsepower and 339 lb-ft of torque.

According to a release, the new M-Class sits 5.9 inches longer, 2.8 inches wider and 0.4 inches lower on the road than the first-generation vehicle, with a 114-inch wheelbase that's 3.7 inches longer than before. The new M-Class switches from a body-on-frame design to a unibody platform - more like the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Looks alright... nothing special

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V-Twin hiCROSS

12/09/2004, 10:26 AM

Almost looks like a Ford Focus to me. I am not impressed, especially considering the pricetag. I do like the interior, very comfy looking.

Just my $.02

Raque Thomas

12/09/2004, 02:09 PM

Looks like the small Lexus SUV from the front (one of the ugliest quasi-SUV's made) and a RAV4 from the side - and what's up with that bling grille???