2005 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Review
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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
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.
For sale nearby
12 listings
- 164,879 miles
- No accidents, 4 owners, personal use only
- 5 Seats, 13 City / 16 Hwy MPG
- South Fifth Automotive (933 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Auto Climate Control
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Located in Marietta, OH
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
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: 4JGAB75E75A559683
Stock: 559683
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 01-12-2024- 111,934 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 5 Seats, 14 City / 17 Hwy MPG
- Loudoun Used Cars (1,118 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Auto Climate Control
- Alarm
- Rear Bench Seats
- Stability Control
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Located in Leesburg, VA
STOCK#LMC11782 Black on black, clean inside and out. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 350 4MATIC AWD SUV is up for sale. Clean exterior and leather interior in g...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
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: 4JGAB57E45A566723
Stock: 566723
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 09-05-2024
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota
$320/mo for M-Class ML350
M-Class ML350
vs
$180/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
Mercedes-Benz M-Class Owner Reviews
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4.63 out of 5 starsStill 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 … body depression at impact. I was almost blind sided but had the instant acceleration to prevent her from hitting my door directly. We had many fine road trips on our 112,000 mile journey with it, reliable and well serviced. I"m happy we found a replacement to keep us safe and on the road.
One of the best cars I've ever owned
4.75 out of 5 starsrichgunzusa, 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 … still runs like a dream. I have been to over 25 states in it. This car handled the mountain roads of Vermont without breaking a sweat, never bogged down in New Mexican deserts, and traversed the shallow streams and rivers in Texas without any problems. No matter the terrain this car can outperform anything else.
True SUV
4.75 out of 5 starsmaryland 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
4.5 out of 5 starsFireball , 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 … bear in mind only 3K on the odometer.
2005 M-Class Highlights
ML350
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $37,950 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 15 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $320/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 34.7 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
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 RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover3 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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