2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002

Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

11 -18 City / 14 -24 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

215 -503

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Susan B

Mercedes Benz offers the ultimate in ML performance and luxury.

This Mercedes Benz ML350 SUV makes me feel proud to drive. It's beautiful, safe and very impressive on the road. The 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML350 features a 3.5-liter V6, seven-speed automatic transmission, permanent all-wheel drive, automatic climate control, AM/FM/CD stereo, cruise control, automatic headlamps, heated and auto-dimming exterior mirrors, multifunction steering wheel, outside temperature display, 19-inch wheels, power glass sunroof and a four-way adjustable steering column. Standard safety equipment includes an array of passive and active safety technologies, including front, front-side and front and second-row side-curtain airbags. This ML350 is very well made and luxury is my first impression of this ML350.

Michelle G

Large gas tank. Can be very costly to fill up when gas prices are high.

German engineering in my option is the best. The car handles wells. Is running well at almost 100k miles. Expensive to maintain but maintenance is less frequent.

Greg G

Very safe and heavy vehicle

Great in all weather. Great speed. Fair mileage.Expensive service- but may be no worse service done at other dealers

Amy H

I feel very safe in my car and feel comfortable with the kids inside.

It's a great family car. Very dependable and safe. Enough room for family and kids activities.

Paula H

2008 Mercedes ML350...a must buy!

My Mercedes ML350 has not had any issues. I ensure that all basic routine maintenance is up to date. My Mercedes ML350 performs well in all types of conditions. It has been extremely reliable, is very comfortable and is a perfect fit for me and my lifestyle. I commute daily and my Mercedes helps me to feel safe. It not only looks good but it's an overall excellent vehicle. Luxury and practical at the same time. For me, it was definitely worth the money.

Yi B

Good safety features. It costs more to change parts

Drive smoothly Very powerful Easy to control Low mileage per gallon

Miranda K

It is a super reliable car and very family friendly.

When we first purchased the car, there was an internal computer issue that would set off the alarm and lights a anytime. Since taking it back to the dealership, it has been fixed but took several weeks to do so. For an SUV, the performance is very strong. It accelerates much faster than you'd expect from a car Its size. The internal features are pretty sweet. The seats are super comfortable and there is plenty of space in both rows and the trunk. The touch screen works as if It's brand new. Overall, it is a great reliable car, just expensive to fix issues and takes forever from the dealership.

ROBIN B

Maintenance can be costly

I like the safety features. I like the size. I like the automatic trunk opening/closing.

Negative Owner Reviews

Richard B

It has poor workmanship. A lot of issues. There was a rip in the seat after a short amount of time.

I like the ride and body style. I have had issues with maintenance. A lot of things have gone wrong with the vehicle. It has not lasted as long as I would have liked or thought it should.

Lisa L

Luxury features with practical capabilities.

Like how it drives. Do not like all the trouble we have had with it. Lots of money spent in car repairs.

Mercedes-Benz M-Class Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

3.5L

268 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats

3.0L CDI

215 HP 21-21 MPG 5 Seats

5.5L

382 HP 16-16 MPG 5 Seats

6.3L AMG

503 HP 13-13 MPG 5 Seats

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2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Owner Reviews

4.50

18 Reviews

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4 stars

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Joseph M on March 15, 2021

Smooth drive, affordable, great in snow.

No back up camera. Yes very sturdy and safe. No not good on gas mileage. Yes has a sunroof and heated seats so it is great in the summer and in the winter.

Marc M on October 28, 2020

It is heavy and safe in an accident.

Smooth ride good stereo good pick up you need an extended warranty to drive a Mercedes cannot change oil & filter because you have to remove a very big shroud attached to the bottom of the car.

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Ranks #3 Luxury Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class has an average owner rating of 4.50 out of 5 which ranks it #3 of 14 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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Ranks #1 Luxury Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class has a combined MPG of 24 which ranks it #1 of 14 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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24 MPG

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23 MPG

Is The 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class A Good Car?

It doesn't have the most up to date technology but It’s a great car. It’s reliable and let’s me know when it needs maintenance so I can keep it in great working condition.

Maria D.

How Reliable Is The 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class?

Very reliable; no problems immediately come to mind. It has never disappointed me in terms of preventing me from driving it.

Teresa P.

Is The 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class A Good Value?

I bought mine from a Toyota dealership. It was traded in. It was purchased with 100,000 miles on it but runs just fine. I purchased it for about $12,000

Angela K.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2008 mercedes ml350 power steering fluid type?

Answer: The 2008 mercedes ml350 power steering fluid type is Prestone. Having good steering is crucial for changing lanes and moving about on the road. You will someday come across some problems though. The steering...

What's the 2008 mercedes ml350 oil type?

Answer: The type of oil that is used in the 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML350 is 0W-30 and 0W-40. The capacity for the SUV iS8.5 quarts with a filter and the drain plug has 22 ft/lbs of torque. It is important to use oil in the...

What's the 2008 mercedes ml350 auxiliary battery location?

Answer: The 2008 mercedes ml350 auxiliary battery location is found by watching: https://www.Youtube.com/watch?v=1L1diAVFLls You will come into problems with the battery during the life cycle of the vehicle. There can...

What's the 2008 mercedes benz ml350 battery location?

Answer: The location of the battery on the 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML350 is on the inside of the vehicle, on the passenger side and towards the back of the front passenger seat. To access it You will need to fully move up...

What are some of the 2008 mercedes ml320 cdi problems?

Answer: The most common problems with the 2008 Mercedes ML320 CDiAre usually caused by electrical issues with the vehicle. This SUV has a lot of computers and electronics in it that all need to be working properly...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Not Rated

Side

Not Rated

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Not Rated

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety