While we're talking about intelligent design, the ML's superb front cupholders deserve mention. They flip down from
The base '98 through '01 ML320 incorporates M-B's liquid smooth 215-horsepower 3.2-litre V6. (Photo: Mercedes-Benz Canada) |
The base '98 through '01 ML320 incorporates M-B's liquid smooth 215-horsepower 3.2-litre V6 mated to an equally impressive 5-speed automatic transmission. While a little lethargic by today's standards, the V6 accelerates the SUV to highway speeds and beyond in a
The M-Class is so good on the highway and around town that most don't realize it's actually quite capable off the beaten path. (Photo: Mercedes-Benz Canada) |
The M-Class is so good on the highway and around town that most don't realize it's actually quite capable off the beaten path. This is due to its generous 220 millimetres (8.7 inches) of ground clearance and electronic, push-button operated low gear ratio. Still, the ML is a light to medium use off-road vehicle, best suited to muddied logging roads and snowy conditions.