2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class User Reviews

Pros

solid feel, comfortable ride, acceleration on the highway, MPG, current value

Cons

Accleration from a stop

Purchased As New

There were three vehicles I wanted. The 2010 BMW 535, 2010 E350 and the 2009 MB 320ML Bluetec. I would have been fine with any of the three. I wanted a sport sedan, but if I could get the ML 320 I would be fine because of it's technology and MPG, and also its torque. Addionally I drove my wife's ML 350 and really liked the solid ride.

I have been getting about 24 MPG with mixed driving. From a stop, the engine is a little slow, yet over 2000 RPM there is plenty of passing power and it seems to accelerate on the highway faster than the ML 350 which my wife has. It doesn't really feel like you're moving fast but then you are blowing by other cars on the highway.

There is a little click of the engine while idling, but other than that it is very quiet, especially for a diesel engine. Also I don't smell the diesel exhaust thans to Adblue.

The interior is luxurious and the seats are comfortable. The command center is easy to use for the technologically inclined but perhaps not as easy to use as some japanese car electronics.

One more thing. I got a great deal. The other cars I wanted were 2010s and the dealer incentives were just not there. There is definitely a lot of 2009 MB SUV inventory so that I was able to get new technology at a discounted price....read morehide

Pros

Amazing build quality, fast, powerful, comfortable, 5 star safety, hand built engine and beautiful

Cons

Expensive, not bad, but not great fuel economy...but c'mon it's got 500+ hp

Purchased As New

This is my 2nd AMG ML63. The changes from 2008 to 2009 are great. New LED taillights, new headlights, updated COMAND electronics, hot new 20" AMG wheels and more standard features (like Keyless Go and Parktronic).

While the ML63 is very, very expensive, one is rewarded daily with the finest Mercedes-Benz has to offer. The leather, wood and materials are S-Class worthy and the whole cars just oozes quality and prestige.

Eventhough this supercar, er superSUV, has over 500hp & a race tuned suspenison...it is very comfortable and a great daily driver for me and my toddler. Thanks to the new, advanced Airmatic suspension and Active Body Control, the ride is extremely comfortable and enjoyable. If I want it to be softer and more "sedan" like, I just put the suspension in "C" (comfort) mode, and I feel like I am in an S or E class.

Electronics and standard Bluetooth work flawlessly and effortlessly. A/C is top notch, easy to operate and cooling is even, strong and efficient. Heated & cooled seats are standard, and here in HOT California, the cooled seats are great in our 100+ weather. No more sticky back!

Reliability on my 2008 ML63 was flawless, and so far every indicator for my 2009 is showing perfection as well. If you want the best of the best...then the 2009 ML AMG is for sure the right choice. Mercedes-Benz has invested a lot of time, money, energy in developing and building the 2009 ML. The minute you sit down and then step on the gas, it is obvious that this car is a Mercedes-Benz in every aspect. Danke Schön. Das Beste oder Nichts!!...read morehide

Pros

Style, power, recognition

Cons

mileage,cost of purchase vs use

Purchased As New

Solid, secure, sure footed little SUV that has all the creature comforts.Experiance with the dealership has been truly exceptional. My wife loves this little mall cruiser.V8 power with the 4-matic and 20k saved over the AMG.
The moronic thing is the inability to ala-cart order leather with 4-wayheated seat and heated steering.
Daughter has a new GMC Acadia. It rides better,and seems to have as much or more torque and spunk as the 550. Still, Acadia lacks the star on the hood for notariety.Not comfortable for long trips if you are tall. The seat just doesn't get to a comfort zone with the console somewhat in the way of your right leg.Hard to get used to the "high tech" column shifter...rather have it on the console. Nav easy to use and clearly more user friendly than GM. Most of these will be driven by soccer moms in upper suburbia anyway. Better power than the 350, especially with a load of people,luggage and stuff. Sure footed in snow.Can get almost same for much less $$....read morehide

Purchased As Used

Mercedes-benz ML 550 4matic 2008.poor suv. After 7000 mils
mercedes got transmission problem, also oil liking.I left my car in Mercedes service in Charlotte,NC twice and they newer fix it
Mercedes was my favorite Company, this car was not my first
mercedes bat I know it was last one.

Pros

the fit and finish, drives like a car on the highway and an suv off road

Cons

gear shifter is in a wierd position

Purchased As New

i got the car last week after being in a clk320 for 9 years, and i have to say i am very happy so far. it drives great, and the people who dont like the nav/audio locations need to give it more time.
the sirius real time traffic is an amazing feature.

Pros

Ride, equipment, looks, quiteness, engine refinement

Cons

Wish it had a third row

Purchased As Used

This vehicle is such a good value for the money. Legendary MB reliability and luxury and for similar price as a Chevy or Ford. Gas mileage isn't bad considering how solid and roomy this thing is. Also, the interior fit and finish is impeccable. I will never own any other product except a MB after this....read morehide

Pros

Outstanding drivability, strong performance, solid and safe

Cons

None

Purchased As New

I've had my ML now for 6 months and this vehicle is one of the finest on the road. Most will never use the capability of the ML, but know that if you need to take it off road, YOU CAN! I am impressed with the overall fit and finish of the vehicle and the mileage has been as stated and sometimes more...Mercedes, you did well! Thank you for a great vehicle, great service and a wonderful product....read morehide

Pros

Ride very good, good acceleration, nice design, nice interior

Cons

Turn signal and cruise control too close together

I owned a first generation ML320 that I really liked. I did not know how bad is was until I drove the new 2009 model. The ride is so much better, acceleration much better, gas mileage much better, trim and interior much better. On the other side the old ML seemed to have more storage space in the hatch, but the new ML back seats finally fold flat affording more useable space. The back seat is roomy and leg room seems better on the new vehicle. The old ML320 engine was noisy while the new ML350 engine is smooth, almost V8 like. If you owned an older model ML, some things you will have to get used to is the placement of all interior controls have been repositioned from the old ML's locations. This can be tricky until you learn the placement. One particlular problem is the location of the cruise control. It is very close to the turn signal and you have no way to disable it on the dash or stalk. I almost hurled myself into oncoming traffic when I accidently activated the cruise control instead of hitting the turn signal. Also the steering is more sensitive, almost twitchy at high speed. At slow speeds, it steers much better than the older one. The seats on the new ML are a little firmer than the older one. May be the difference between the cheaper MBTEX vs the old real leather seats I had before. As for the design, I like the new grill, lights, and the standard wheel package looks great. This is an entirely new vehicle if you owned an older ML. Let's hope it holds up better than the first generation ML. My recommendation, buy this vehicle....read morehide

Pros

Very quiet and solid, soft ride

Cons

Options are very expensive

I love the ride of the vehicle and it is very quiet. I have two car seats in the back and there is enough room for an adult to sit in between, although tight. I wanted to get keyless-go and the dvd system since my car came pre wired for it but the price for these options are not worth it. The gas mileage is not great, but the overall build and quality of the car is very nice. I also like the fact AWD is standard....read morehide

Pros

Interior and exterior looks awesome and the vehicle feels great to drive.

Cons

None

From the moment I picked this vehicle up from the dealership it has been a joy to own. When you first step into the vehicle the number of buttons is a little over whelming. Fortunately the blue tooth phone system, nav, stereo, and TeleAid are nicely integrated and easy to use. By simply pressing a button on the steering wheel and speaking commands makes the system very user friendly. I prefer this nav system over a touch screen. What is simpler than speaking commands? The buttons around the nav system are there as a second way of programming the system if the driver is not comfortable with speaking commands. The vehicle feels good to drive and is very smooth. The vehicle has good acceleration and thought the 7spd trans shifted smoothly. I'm getting about 21 or so mpg which I didn't think was too bad. The vehicle is a great value....read morehide