COMAND cockpit management & data system -inc: AM/FM/Weatherband stereo, in-dash 6-disc CD/DVD changer, 7 display, Bluetooth hands-free communication system, SD card reader, USB port, 8-speaker sound system, speed-sensitive volume, 10-gigabyte hard drive, HD Radio, voice control
Cruise control
Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
Dual-zone auto climate control -inc: charcoal activated dust & pollen filter
Eucalyptus wood trim
Heated front seats
Integrated HomeLink compatible (3) button garage door opener
POST-SAFE accident response -inc: auto door unlock, engine/fuel cutoff
PRE-SAFE brake
Roll-over sensors
Tire pressure monitoring system
Universal LATCH (lower anchors & tethers for children) system
Darling's is a family-owned business that has been serving the people of Maine since 1903. Our secret to success is simple. We treat our customers well, we stand by our products and we give back to our employees and our community. These core principles were established at Darling's from the very beginning and they're woven into everything we do to this day.Awards:* 2013 IIHS Top Safety PickReviews:* Any luxury SUV can promise a quiet cabin and a smooth ride. But very few can claim a 174-mph top speed on the German autobahns or offer the stump-pulling torque of a fuel-efficient diesel engine. The well-regarded safety features of the M-Class are just another selling point, as is its 7,200-pound tow rating. Source: KBB.com* Engine choices include gas and diesel; comfortable seating; high-quality interior and construction; excellent braking distances. Source: Edmunds
Model Highlights
The 2013 Mercedes-Benz M-Class is available in two different models: a gasoline-powered ML350 and a diesel ML350 BlueTEC. Both models are available with 4MATIC all-wheel drive, and share a very strong feature set.
ML350 models come with a new-generation 3.5L, 60-degree V6 engine that's even smoother than the previous 90-degree V6 design. The engine uses high-pressure direct injection, as well as a number of other improvements to produce 302 horsepower while also returning about 2 miles per gallon better (17 mpg city, 22 highway) than last year's gasoline M-Class. The ML350 BlueTEC model comes with a new version of the luxury automaker's turbo-diesel V6 engine--this time making 240 horsepower, as well as an extremely impressive 455 pound-feet of torque and a fuel economy rating of 20/25 mpg.
For both engines, a 7-speed automatic transmission is included, and it has a lot to do with both the improved efficiency and quicker personality on the road for both of these powertrains. On diesel models, special electronically mapped hydraulic engine mounts make the BlueTEC driving experience far smoother than virtually any other diesel.
If you're willing to spend tens of thousands more, the 2013 ML63 AMG delivers track-ready performance without sacrificing all that much comfort. The ML63 features a 518-horsepower, 5.5L twin-turbo V8--which makes 550 hp with an available Performance Package. With it, zero to 60 takes just 4.6 seconds and top speed is 174 mph. That top package comes with details such as a carbon-fiber engine cover, painted brake calipers and a special steering wheel.
The M-Class models have only two rows of seating and can accommodate up to five adults. They're packaged much like other SUVs, which is to say that rear seatbacks fold forward--along with the lower cushions here--to expand the cargo space up to 71 cubic feet. When the center position of the back seat isn't being used, there's a fold-down center armrest and cupholder, and all four outboard positions in the M-Class are excellent and supportive--contoured for adults and comfortable enough for all-day travel. Upholstery is available either in a combination of MB Tex synthetic and a microfiber, or in all-leather.
Ride quality of the M-Class is smooth, quiet and absorbent, yet steering response is quite sharp. That's made possible through a combination of technologies. An AIRMATIC air suspension keeps the body motion under control, while a new Active Damping System makes fine adjustments at the wheels and the Active Curve System works with both systems for better stability. All of those technologies are included with the Dynamic Handling Package.
Among the M-Class' many active and passive safety features offered are Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Assist, a Night View Assist night-vision system with pedestrian detection, Distronic Plus adaptive cruise control, a PRE-SAFE Brake system that will help brake if a collision is anticipated and a special lighting package. Attention Assist studies patterns in the driver's fine steering adjustments, can identify fatigue and drowsiness, chiming and flashing a coffee cup icon on the instrument panel.
A revised version of the automaker's COMAND screen-based interface is standard, including a 7-inch display, Bluetooth audio and hands-free calling, cover-art display, a USB port and a 6-disc changer. Meanwhile, the instrument cluster has its own reconfigurable, 4.5-inch display. With the Premium I Package a navigation system with 3D city models and Sirius traffic and weather integration is included. A special dealer-installed iPad docking station also lets you use your iPad as an entertainment device, integrated with the audio system.
Equipment
All Wheel Drive
Power Steering
4-Wheel Disc Brakes
Aluminum Wheels
Tires - Front Performance
Tires - Rear Performance
Temporary Spare Tire
Sun/Moonroof
Generic Sun/Moonroof
Rear Spoiler
Automatic Headlights
Heated Mirrors
Power Mirror(s)
Privacy Glass
Intermittent Wipers
Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers
Rain Sensing Wipers
Remote Trunk Release
Power Liftgate
AM/FM Stereo
CD Changer
CD Player
MP3 Player
Bluetooth Connection
Auxiliary Audio Input
HD Radio
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Premium Synthetic Seats
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Bucket Seats
Driver Adjustable Lumbar
Heated Front Seat(s)
Pass-Through Rear Seat
Rear Bench Seat
Floor Mats
Adjustable Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Leather Steering Wheel
Trip Computer
Power Windows
Keyless Entry
Power Door Locks
Immobilizer
Keyless Entry
Power Door Locks
Immobilizer
Remote Trunk Release
Power Liftgate
Universal Garage Door Opener
Cruise Control
Security System
Immobilizer
Climate Control
Multi-Zone A/C
A/C
Rear Defrost
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Driver Vanity Mirror
Passenger Vanity Mirror
Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror
Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirror
Cargo Shade
ABS
Brake Assist
Traction Control
Stability Control
Traction Control
Daytime Running Lights
Driver Air Bag
Passenger Air Bag
Knee Air Bag
Passenger Air Bag Sensor
Front Side Air Bag
Rear Side Air Bag
Front Head Air Bag
Rear Head Air Bag
Telematics
Requires Subscription
Front Collision Mitigation
Front Collision Warning
Front Collision Mitigation
Front Collision Warning
Driver Monitoring
Child Safety Locks
Tire Pressure Monitor
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