Compare 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class specifications by trim levels

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

With the price tag ranging from $48,990 to $94,990, 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 7200 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Mercedes-Benz M-Class boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 18 to 27 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 75.80mm x 189.10mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

  • Fuel Tank: 24.6 gal

  • Wheelbase: 114.8 in

  • MPG: 17 city/22 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 7.5 sec

  • Towing: 7200 lbs

  • Towing capacity: 7200 lbs

  • Curb: 4751 lbs

  • Tires: P255/50HR19.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 36.2 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 189.1 x 75.8 x 70.7



2012 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 240 hp @ 3600 –
      518 hp @ 5250

    • Torque 273 lb-ft. –
      516 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 4.7 - 7.8 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 13.3 - 16.4 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 189.1 in

    • Width 75.8 in

    • Height 70.7 in

    • Wheelbase 114.8 in

    • Curb Weight 4751 lbs

    • GVWR 6283 lbs

    • Towing capacity 7200 lbs

    • Turning radius 19.4 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 24.6 gal

    • City 14 - 20 mpg

    • Combined 16 - 24 mpg

    • Highway 18 - 27 mpg

    • Highway range 442.8 - 664.2 mi



Specifications

Base ML350 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML63 AMG 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML550 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML350 BlueTEC 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Exterior length
189.10 in 189.10 in 189.10 in 189.10 in
Exterior body width
75.80 in 75.80 in 75.80 in 75.80 in
Exterior height
70.70 in 70.70 in 70.70 in 70.70 in
Horsepower
302 518 402 240
Torque
273 516 443 455
Fuel economy - city
17 mpg 14 mpg 15 mpg 20 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
22 mpg 18 mpg 20 mpg 27 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
7.50 seconds 4.70 seconds 5.40 seconds 7.80 seconds
1/4 mile time
15.70 seconds 13.30 seconds 14.40 seconds 16.40 seconds
1/4 mile speed
86 mph 99 mph 90 mph 76 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.90 0.80 0.80 0.80
Slalom speed
58 mph 57 mph 58 mph 57 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.66/3.39 " 3.86/3.56 " 3.66/3.39 " 3.27/3.62 "
Curb weight
4751.00 lbs 5238.00 lbs 4982.00 lbs 5038.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
6283.00 lbs 6724.00 lbs 6504.00 lbs 6504.00 lbs
Maximum Trailer Weight
7200.00 lbs. 7200.00 lbs. 7200.00 lbs. 7200.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
114.80 in 114.80 in 114.80 in 114.80 in
Front track
65.10 " 66.40 " 65.10 " 65.10 "
Rear track
65.60 " 67.10 " 65.60 " 65.60 "
Turning radius
19.40 19.40 19.40 19.40
Front legroom
40.30 in 40.30 in 40.30 in 40.30 in
Rear legroom
38.40 in 38.40 in 38.40 in 38.40 in
Front headroom
38.90 in 38.90 in 38.90 in 38.90 in
Rear headroom
38.50 in 38.50 in 38.50 in 38.50 in
Front shoulder room
58.50 in 58.50 in 58.50 in 58.50 in
Rear shoulder room
58.40 in 58.40 in 58.40 in 58.40 in
Luggage volume
36.20 cu.ft. 36.20 cu.ft. 36.20 cu.ft. 36.20 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
71.00 cu.ft. 71.00 cu.ft. 71.00 cu.ft. 71.00 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
24.60 gal. 24.60 gal. 24.60 gal. 24.60 gal.
Payload
1532 lbs. 1486 lbs. 1522 lbs. 1466 lbs.
Drag coefficient
0.35 0.38 0.35 0.35

Interior Features

Base ML350 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML63 AMG 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML550 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML350 BlueTEC 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

12V DC power outlet
4 4 4 4
Seatback storage pockets
2 2 2 2
Cargo net
3784 3784

Exterior Features

Base ML350 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML63 AMG 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML550 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML350 BlueTEC 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Sunroof
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass
Front tires
P255/50HR19.0 BSW AS P265/45ZR20.0 BSW performance P255/50WR19.0 BSW performance AS P255/50HR19.0 BSW run flat AS
Wheels
19" silver aluminum 20" silver AMG aluminum 19" silver AMG aluminum 19" silver aluminum
Spare tire and wheel
3488 3488 3488
2nd row sunroof
fixed glass with power sunshade fixed glass with power sunshade fixed glass with power sunshade fixed glass with power sunshade

Seats

Base ML350 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML63 AMG 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML550 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML350 BlueTEC 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Standard seating
5 5 5 5
Cooled front seats
driver and passenger

Entertainment System

Base ML350 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML63 AMG 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML550 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML350 BlueTEC 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Speakers
8 14 8 8
Amplifier
premium premium premium premium
1st row LCD screen
1 1 1 1
2nd row LCD screen
2 2 2 2

Safety and Security Features

Base ML350 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML63 AMG 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML550 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML350 BlueTEC 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Door curb lights
4 4 4 4

Mechanical Features

Base ML350 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML550 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML350 BlueTEC 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Axle ratio
3.90 3.27 3.45

Other Specs

Base ML350 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML63 AMG 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML550 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Base ML350 BlueTEC 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC

Maximum towing capacity
7200 lbs. 7200 lbs. 7200 lbs. 7200 lbs.