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3.75 out of 5 stars

ml 320

ptomlin, 01/25/2004
1998 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML320 4dr SUV AWD
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Fun to drive, this first year model was not fully sorted out and has some small reliability issues. Once sorted out, it performs fine. Later years of the ML 320 were reputed to be better. It does do OK as a 4WD well and is nimble.

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1.63 out of 5 stars

Avoid buying this lemon

JP122, 10/09/2004
1998 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML320 4dr SUV AWD
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Nothing but problems. Recalled 5 times. Electrical problems that the dealer couldn't figure out and cost me thousands. Problem solved, bought a new Lexus.

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5 out of 5 stars

built to endure ...

trw, 08/27/2003
1998 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML320 4dr SUV AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

ml review .. i have owned 7 x mbz vehicles and at this time own 2. the ml has been all would expect from mbz, in its ride, durability, and performance. i have never had ONE problem with the 2 ml's have owned, (sold the 1st at 123,000 miles) and would not hesitate to recommend one to others. it is a vehicle ready to perform, road ready as well as crash ready. having owned everything from 300d's through 430clk models, i have to call the ml a true merc. NOTE, I WONDER WHY THERE IS NO US MODEL ML WITH THE FOREVER RUNNING INLINE 6 DIESEL ENGINE.?? this would truly be a vehicle to own. FYI I HAVE AN ASSOCIATE WITH A ML '98 MDL THAT HAS JUST TURNED 232,000 MILES.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

So far can't complain

JTCML, 08/06/2003
1998 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML320 4dr SUV AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

So far so good after 20,000 miles. I leased the ML used with 46,000 miles included a 2 year Starmark warranty. The rate was so low I could not pass it up. I have only had it in once to correct the rear tailgate lock. I live 65 miles from the dealer so I buy my own filter and get the oil changed at Walmart with Mobil 1 for under $50. My thought is only use the dealer if you have to. I have the same complaints with the quirky layout of the cup holders and window switches. Overall it has been a pleasure to own and drive. Would consider getting another if the deal was right.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

It's been a good car

waltzonice, 07/16/2010
1998 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML320 4dr SUV AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I am the original owner, bought in April 1998 and now it's over 12 years old and 145k miles. Lots of little things, but nothing major. I love this car but it's time for something different. Ordered a 2011 Land Rover LR4.

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