2005 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Review

Name: 2005 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Review
Brand: Mercedes-Benz
Rating: 4.3 (58 reviews)

Price: $5,495

2003 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350 AWD 4dr SUV

2004 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML500 AWD 4dr SUV

2005 Mercedes-Benz ML500 Special Edition AWD 4dr SUV

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Edmunds' Expert Review

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Pros

Strong range of engines, extensive array of safety features, comfortable for five, surefooted in bad weather.

Cons

On-road handling surpassed by newer crossover SUVs, expensive for what you get.

What’s new

Besides the addition of a Special Edition package that bundles together desirable features, the M-Class is unchanged. The complimentary scheduled maintenance program has been dropped for 2005.

Edmunds says

Now in its eighth year, the M-Class provides solid on-road performance along with excellent all-weather capability and a safe, feature-laden cabin. Drive it back to back with newer car-based competitors, though, and it's obvious that its road manners no longer set the standard among luxury SUVs.

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2005 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
ML500 4dr SUV
$5,495
- 176,721 miles
- 1 accident, 2 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 8cyl automatic
- Hood to Coast Auto Sales (47 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Auto Climate Control
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Located in Portland, OR
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
14 Combined MPG (13 City/16 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 4JGAB75EX5A535832
Stock: 535832
Certified Pre-Owned: No
2005 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
ML350 4dr SUV
$3,995
good price
$485 below market
- 193,478 miles
- 1 accident, 3 owners, rental vehicle
- 6cyl automatic
- MJM.MOTORS.LLC (204 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Auto Climate Control
- Alarm
- Rear Bench Seats
- Stability Control
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Located in Lynnwood, WA
Looking for a reliable, stylish, and comfortable SUV? This 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 350 is the perfect ride for you! With its powerful 3L V6 engine, smoo...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
15 Combined MPG (14 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 4JGAB57E25A518251
Stock: M3528
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-04-2025

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Mercedes-Benz M-Class Reviews

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4.3

58 reviews

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4(17%)

3(12%)

2(9%)

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Still alive

Still alive, 09/12/2010

2005 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML500 AWD 4dr SUV (5.0L 8cyl 5A)

I just replaced my 2003 ML500 with a used 2005 ML500 for one reason only...it fully prtected me, my and dog during a high speed T-bone accident which resulted in a rollover one and half times with a 180 degree spin on it's roof. We all walked away with seat belt bruises which demonstrated the cockpit safety and protection worked well. The 45 MPH crash resulted ion less than 6 inches of …

One of the best cars I've ever owned

richgunzusa, 05/24/2015

2005 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350 AWD 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)

When I first purchased the car it was used, 2 years old, and already had a whopping 75K miles on it (but It only cost me $20,000 so it was a good deal). A few years later during a routine checkup I had to put $5,000 since the previous owner didnt take care of the car. Ever since that one time $5,000 work (replacing tires, breaks, etc) the car works like a dream. At 125K miles it …

True SUV

maryland jay, 07/18/2004

2005 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML500 AWD 4dr SUV (5.0L 8cyl 5A)

This is not one of those unibody car based SUV styled vehicles. It has power, refinement, and is ready to navigate the Snake River Canyon with its all time 4WD. Never had a repair. It's my 16th car. I love it.

Sporty Feel

Fireball , 01/30/2005

2005 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML500 AWD 4dr SUV (5.0L 8cyl 5A)

Looked at from the outside, this vehicle looks small, but I'm impressed by the cargo room. Two large crates for our German Shepherds will fit into the cargo section with rear seats down. Climate control system is superb, with vents in the rear seating area. I'm also impressed by the safety features. There are no blind spots. Nice fit and finish all 'round i.e. no squeaks or rattles, but …

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2005 M-Class Highlights

Trim:

ML350

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$37,950
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	15 MPG
Cost to Drive	$357/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	34.7 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the M-Class include:

Alarm
Stability Control

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
DriverNot Rated
PassengerNot Rated
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
DriverNot Rated
PassengerNot Rated
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
Rollover3 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Not Tested
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Not Tested

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2005 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
ML350 4dr SUV

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