Used 2003 Mercedes-Benz M-Class SUV Consumer Reviews

Worst Benz EVER

An ML500 Insp.(03)loaded. At 1,500mi the "check engine" light came on, I'm told the gas cap was not tight. The problem persits. Took it back wks. later & dealer changed something. The light went off & later came back on. Called dealer & car kept for two days. I picked it up & light was out. Two days later on, take it back & it is now the catalytic converter. (at 4000Mi). Ask dealer & MB rep.what about when car is out of warranty? The MB rep & MB service mgr. say they'll "monitor" vehicle. I went home to find out next a.m. in my garage a leak (washer fluid).

Going Strong

Just turned 140K miles. Only oil changes, tires and brakes. No problems, amazing..

2003 MERC BZ ML 350

This car is the most reliable car with the fewest maintenance ever. Runs like a champ and drives like a real truck. It handle well in all weather and has never let me down. Bought new 0 miles and I now have 193k miles without a single issue. Maintenance over the 18 years less than $10,000.

My Money Green ML 2003 500 Machine

Bought it almost 5years ago w 78k miles and paid almost $1700 in repairs and My baby Is 500 % Reliable..I'm @157k miles now, just drove 400 miles today with no class, time for oil change, 2new tires and I'm going to keep it till the wheels fall off or God calls me!! Awesome vehicle for any reviewers inquiring, contemplating buying.

Proud Owner

Ml 350 ???

Bought this Suv new. after 4 years with 25000 miles i replaced front and rear brake pads and rotor and 4 tires.After 6 yrs with 35000 miles need a pair of ball joints and door assembly.

Excellent Ride

As far as reliability, function, resale value, ability to city drive and overall comfort, I would not exchange my ML for any other SUV (except of course an ML 430).

A Pair of Winners

I've had 2 ML320s, a leased 1999 and a purchased 2002. In 4 combined years of ownership I/ve had absolutely no problems nor any need for warranty work with either one. They keep getting better by including more standard features every year. The emergency notification system and navigation systems are terrific and Bose sound spectacular. My only minor gripe ist the 6 CD changer belongs in the dash, not in the cargo walls. Thumbs up for American craftsmanship.

Better than ever!!!

We traded a '02 ML430 with 78K that was the best car we ever owned. Now, the '03 ML500 takes top honors. the drive is improved and the power makes it handle like a sports car going up hills. Great tow car, smarter trans, and some new convenience features. I'm getting better mileage than the 430: over 19 mpg (mostly freeway) because the torque just eats up the hills.

arisman's second ml

this is our second Ml now and I are in love with the car!!! My husband suggested we look at other cars and I said absolutely not. We put 50,000 miles on our first one in less than 2 years and it wonderful, But, most of all, the service we get from Isringhausen Imports is what keeps us coming back for a mercedes!!!!