New Mercedes-Benz M-Class to hit Indian roads

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New Mercedes-Benz M-Class to hit Indian roads

11 March 2009 No Comment

Mercedes-Benz India announced the launch of its popular SUV the M-Class. The new M-Class is available in two engine choices: the ML 320 CDI (featuring a high-torque diesel engine) and the ML 350 (powered by a high output gasoline engine). The ML 350 version is priced at Rs. 53.77 lacs (ex-showroom Mumbai) while ML 320 CDI comes with a price tage of Rs. 54 lacs (ex-showroom Mumbai).

Dr.Wilfried Aulbur, CEO & MD of Mercedes-Benz India (L) and Mr. Debashish Mitra, Director Sales and Marketing, Mercedes- Benz India (R) poses with the new Mercedes-Benz M-Class

The New M-Class presents a state-of-the-art 7 speed Automatic transmission (7G-TRONIC), a height adjustable air suspension (AIRMATIC), an Exterior Sports Package featuring 19 inch alloy wheels, and available luxurious leather interior with burr walnut accents. The New M-Class comes with the famous 4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive system with a start-off assist & a Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR).

“The new M-Class offers best of both the worlds: the highest levels of luxury comfort and on-road refinement combined with excellent off-road capabilities and best-in-class safety standards. We have maintained the same price for this product despite significant enhancements of equipment, features and performance… thus making the best value for money offering in this segment.” Dr. Wilfried Aulbur, CEO and Managing Director of Mercedes-Benz India said during the launch.

The New M-Class comes at the same price as its predecessor despite significant enhancements of equipment design and features. Its list of standard features now include PRE-SAFE system and NECK-PRO as part of the Mercedes-Benz Integrated Safety Concept. The comfortable seating for 5 adults leaves plenty of luggage space in the M-Class. The New M-Class also features as standard, a full-size spare wheel mounted on the rear of the vehicle, a major convenience and safety advantage in case of a flat tire- especially in Indian driving conditions.

Technical Data & Dimensions

Specifications	ML 320 CDI	ML 350
Fuel	Diesel	Petrol
Engine type	V6	V6
Displacement (cc)	2,987	3,498
Power (kW/hp @ rpm)	172 / 234 @ 3,800	200 / 272 @ 6,300
Torque (Nm @ rpm)	535 @ 1,600 – 2,400	355 @ 4,500
L x W x H (mm)	4,781 x 1,911 x 1,774	4,781 x 1,911 x 1,774
Ground Clearance Maximum / Normal (mm)	261 / 181	261 / 181
Kerb weight (kg)	2,185	2,135
Fuel Tank (Liters)	95	95
Acceleration 0 – 100 Km/h (seconds)	8.6	8.4
Top speed (Km/h)	215	225