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Compare 2003 Mercedes-Benz M-Class specifications by trim levels

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M-Class is a 5-seat from Mercedes-Benz, which first hit the market back in 1999.

With the price tag ranging from $36,600 to $65,900, the Mercedes-Benz M-Class faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals.

Overview

Wheels

Bulb Size

The Mercedes-Benz M-Class has a maximum towing capacity of 5000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Mercedes-Benz M-Class boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 17 to 19 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 74.60mm x 182.60mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2003 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

  • Fuel Tank: 22.6 gal

  • Wheelbase: 111 in

  • MPG: 15 city/19 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 9 sec

  • Towing: 5000 lbs

  • Towing capacity: 5000 lbs

  • Curb: 4786 lbs

  • Tires: P255/60HR17.0 BSW performance AS

  • Cargo: 34.7 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): from 182.5 x 72.4 x 71.1



2003 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Mercedes-Benz M-Class is offered in 4 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Mercedes-Benz M-Class safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Mercedes-Benz M-Class specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 215 hp @ 5600 –
      342 hp @ 5500

    • Torque 233 lb-ft. –
      376 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 6.5 - 9 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 15.1 - 16.8 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 182.6 in

    • Width 72.4 in

    • Height 71.7 in

    • Wheelbase 111 in

    • Curb Weight 4786 lbs

    • GVWR 6005 lbs

    • Towing capacity 5000 lbs

    • Turning radius 18.5 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 88

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 22.6 - 25 gal

    • City 14 - 15 mpg

    • Combined 16 - 17 mpg

    • Highway 17 - 19 mpg

    • Highway range 384.2 - 450 mi



Specifications

Base ML320 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML55 AMG 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML500 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML350 4dr All-wheel Drive
Exterior length
182.60 in 182.50 in 182.60 in 182.60 in
Exterior body width
72.40 in 74.60 in 72.40 in 72.40 in
Exterior height
71.70 in 71.10 in 71.70 in 71.70 in
Horsepower
215 342 288 232
Torque
233 376 325 254
Fuel economy - city
15 mpg 14 mpg 14 mpg 15 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
19 mpg 18 mpg 17 mpg 18 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
9.00 seconds 6.50 seconds 7.20 seconds 8.40 seconds
1/4 mile time
16.80 seconds 15.10 seconds 15.60 seconds 16.50 seconds
1/4 mile speed
77 mph 88 mph 84 mph 79 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.80 0.80 0.80 0.80
Slalom speed
57 mph 58 mph 58 mph 57 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.54/3.31 " 3.82/3.62 " 3.82/3.31 " 3.82/3.31 "
Curb weight
4786.00 lbs 5073.00 lbs 4874.00 lbs 4819.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
6005.00 lbs 6005.00 lbs 6283.00 lbs 6283.00 lbs
Maximum Trailer Weight
5000.00 lbs. 5000.00 lbs. 5000.00 lbs. 5000.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
111.00 in 111.00 in 111.00 in 111.00 in
Front track
60.40 " 61.20 " 61.20 " 60.40 "
Rear track
60.40 " 61.20 " 61.20 " 60.40 "
Turning radius
18.50 18.50 18.50 18.50
Front legroom
40.30 in 40.30 in 40.30 in 40.30 in
Rear legroom
38.00 in 38.00 in 38.00 in 38.00 in
Front headroom
39.80 in 39.80 in 39.80 in 39.80 in
Rear headroom
39.70 in 39.70 in 39.70 in 39.70 in
Front hip room
55.00 in 55.00 in 55.00 in 55.00 in
Rear hip room
54.70 in 54.60 in 54.70 in 54.70 in
Front shoulder room
58.20 in 58.20 in 58.20 in 58.20 in
Rear shoulder room
57.80 in 57.80 in 57.80 in 57.80 in
Luggage volume
34.70 cu.ft. 31.90 cu.ft. 34.70 cu.ft. 34.70 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
81.20 cu.ft. 71.00 cu.ft. 81.20 cu.ft. 81.20 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
88 cu.ft. 88 cu.ft. 88 cu.ft. 88 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
22.60 gal. 25.00 gal. 22.60 gal. 22.60 gal.
Payload
1697 lbs. 1422 lbs. 1587 lbs. 1697 lbs.
Drag coefficient
0.39 0.39 0.39 0.39

Interior Features

Base ML320 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML55 AMG 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML500 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML350 4dr All-wheel Drive
12V DC power outlet
4 4 4 4
Seatback storage pockets
2 2 2 2

Exterior Features

Base ML320 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML55 AMG 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML500 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML350 4dr All-wheel Drive
Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Sunroof
1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass
Front tires
P255/60HR17.0 BSW performance AS P285/50WR18.0 BSW performance AS P275/55VR17.0 BSW performance AS P255/60HR17.0 BSW performance AS
Wheels
17" silver aluminum 18" silver AMG aluminum 17" silver aluminum 17" silver aluminum

Seats

Base ML320 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML55 AMG 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML500 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML350 4dr All-wheel Drive
Standard seating
5 5 5 5

Entertainment System

Base ML320 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML55 AMG 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML500 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML350 4dr All-wheel Drive
Speakers
6 9 6 6
Amplifier
premium – – –
1st row LCD screen
1 – – –

Safety and Security Features

Base ML320 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML55 AMG 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML500 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML350 4dr All-wheel Drive
Door curb lights
4 4 4 4

Mechanical Features

Base ML320 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML55 AMG 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML500 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML350 4dr All-wheel Drive
Axle ratio
3.70 3.46 3.70 3.70
Speed sensitive steering
3551 – – –

Other Specs

Base ML320 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML55 AMG 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML500 4dr All-wheel Drive

Base ML350 4dr All-wheel Drive
Maximum towing capacity
5000 lbs. 5000 lbs. 5000 lbs. 5000 lbs.