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Mercedes ML-Class

Pros

• Safety: There are countless features that make this an incredibly safe car
  
• Interior: While the interior is luxurious, it is also tough and durable for a family
  
• Comfortable ride
  
• Powertrain
  
• Price
  
• Practicality

Cons

• Safety features can be a little to sensitive
  
• Info systems are outdated compared to other cars
  
• GPS runs off older software than its competitors
  
• The buttons on the steering wheel do stick occasionally

Description

While considered a luxury SUV, the Mercedes ML Class is gaining a reputation as being a perfect family car that neither leaves features or safety to chance.

The ML is considered a large SUV, but does only come with five seats. While there is ample room for multiple baby seats and adults, if you need more than this you will need to upgrade to the GL Class. This is worth noting if you are shopping for a car that takes a larger family.

Looking at the exterior of the vehicle, you will find sleek lines, bold curves and impressive light placement. The curved bumpers also add to the appeal of the car. The standard 21 inch 5 spoke wheels also add a lot of value to the aesthetic look of the car.

Under the bonnet is equally as impressive. For the ML 350, you are treated to a 3 liter turbo 190 kW engine. The 690Nm of toque provides you with the power and performance you need, regardless of road environment and what you are towing.

When this power is coupled with space, and room for extensive luggage, you can tell that the car has been engineered with families in mind.

Conclusion

One of the biggest issues for the ML class is the competition it is up against. The BMW X5 is in the same class, and is considered to be the ultimate luxury SUV for the family. While it is a nice car, when you compare the BMW to the Mercedes you will actually find the Mercedes competitively priced given features and performance. Sure the BMW handles corners like a race car, however this is a family SUV and not an F1 vehicle. At the end, it comes down to price, features and more importantly preference of brand and design.

As a luxury SUV, the Mercedes ML class hasn't skimped on design, safety features or interior cabin robustness. With fuel efficient models, and even a plug in version, it has attracted a lot of attention in the car world. With some refining of the safety features in upcoming new models, it stands to be a car of choice for many families who want to mix performance with comfort.