Mercedes-Benz M-Class Pricing Now From £35,175 On-The-Road

• ML 280 CDI pricing announced; arrives in spring 2006
• ML 320 CDI, ML 350 and ML 500 available now
• High levels of standard specification
• Upgrade to SE or SPORT trim for £2,750
• Full-time four-wheel drive with standard and optional enhanced Off-Road
• Pro specification
• ML 63 AMG due in summer 2006

The new Mercedes-Benz M-Class, which went on sale on 15 September, is now available to order in ML 280 CDI guise. Deliveries of the entry level model begin in April 2006 - giving two refined diesel-powered models in the range.

Luxury as standard - not as an option

The new M-Class sets high standards in off-road luxury and specification. Standard equipment levels on the ML 280 CDI, ML 320 CDI and ML 350 include:

• 7G-TRONIC - seven-speed automatic transmission
• Speed-sensitive Parameter power-assisted steering
• SPEEDTRONIC cruise control with speed limiter
• Permanent four-wheel drive
• ABS, Offroad ABS, ASR, BAS, DSR Downhill Speed Regulator, ESP®,
• 4-ETS
• Electrically operated and heated folding door mirrors
• Automatic climate control
• All-round electric windows
• Partial electric front seats (height, backrest angle)
• Eight-speaker CD audio system
• Height and reach adjustable steering column
• Six airbags
• PRE-SAFE® system for anticipatory occupant protection
• Front Neck-Pro headrests

The simplified range of trim levels means the entry level M-Class comes with a high level of specification as standard. The SE and Sport upgrades offer significant value for money, adding a host of extras to suit the chosen trim.

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I've seen a couple of M classes so far in England and I must say they look very nice! If I was going to buy an SUV, I'd definately get the ML!

It is one of the best cars in the MB line up!

I think the 320 CDI is ideal...

What do you guys think of the pricing for the base version and up?

I think 280 CDI starts at £35,175.

That sounds a bit steep, considering the X5 3.0d costs 35k as well and it has performance comparible to the M 320 CDI! MBs seem to always be expensive!

Seemed a little pricey too me to. But i didnt wasnt sure to comment.... X5, ML, two different cars, but price is certainly an issue always... Wonder how the Audi Q7 will compare.