2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Priced at $48,990
Overall, the 2012 trims offer more value and better fuel economy compared to their predecessors. The 2012 M-Class has nine airbags, including a new knee airbag, and there’s a new standard drowsiness detection system that monitors driver attentiveness. There’s also a new active damping suspension system standard on both trims. Check out our First Look to learn more about what has changed on the model.
The 2012 ML350 4matic is powered by a revised 302-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 that’s mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission. It gets an EPA-estimated 17/22 mpg city/highway; the 2011 got 15/20 mpg. The 2012 ML350 Bluetec gets a revised 240-hp, 3.0-liter turbo-diesel engine, producing 455 pounds-feet of torque. It gets 20/25 mpg, which is up from 18/25 mpg in 2011.
Both trims get Bluetooth audio streaming, LED daytime running lights, 19-inch aluminum wheels, a 7-inch center console display, 4.5-inch instrument cluster display, heated front seats, aluminum roof rails and eight-way power-adjustable front seats standard.
There are several option packages, which include features such as blind spot monitoring, heated/cooled cupholders, leather upholstery and a heated steering wheel. The 2012 M-Class goes on sale in September. Continue reading below for more option details.
- 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350 4matic: $48,990
- 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350 Bluetec: $50,490
- Destination fee: $875
Optional Packages
Premium 1 Package ($3,600)
- Rearview camera
- Power folding, auto-dimming side mirrors
- Driver memory with power tilt/telescoping steering column
- Comand system with hard-drive navigation and Sirius traffic and weather
- iPod/MP3 port
- Sirius Satellite Radio
- 10-gigabyte music register
- Enhanced voice control
- Double sun visors
- 115V AC power outlet
Premium 2 Package ($5,450)
Premium 1 Package contents plus:
- Heated and cooled cupholders
- Harman Kardon surround-sound system
- Rear storage compartment
- Passive-keyless entry
- Multicolor ambient lighting
Dynamic Handling Package ($5,150)
- Adaptive damping system
- Active Curve system
- Airmatic air suspension
- 20-inch twin five-spoke alloy wheel
Lighting Package ($1,290)
- Headlamp cleaning system
- Adaptive high-beam assist
- Bi-xenon headlamps with active curve illumination
- Corner illuminating lamps
Lane Tracking Package ($850)
- Blind Spot Assist
- Lane Keep Assist
Driver Assistance Package ($2,950)
- Distronic Plus with Pre-Safe Brake
- Active Blind Spot Assist
- Active Lane Keeping Assist
Stand-Alone Options
- Leather seating ($1,620)
- Parktronic with Active Parking Assist ($970)
- Wood/leather multifunction steering wheel ($590)
- Power panorama sunroof ($1,090)
- Heated steering wheel ($225)
- Trailer hitch ($550)
- Stainless steel running boards with rubber studs ($670)
- Rear seat entertainment system ($1,970)
- Rear seat entertainment system pre-wiring ($240)
- Heated rear seats ($620)
- Passive-keyless entry ($650)
