IIHS Crash Test
Good
MPG (up to)
14 -20 City / 18 -27 HWY
Horsepower
240 -518
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Megan F
Safety rating and all the air bags to protect your family
Love the safety of this vehicle. It's very roomy for a family
accountCircle Wilson W
The Mercedes Benz is a mid-size luxury SUV that is very safe and dependable.
The Mercedes Benz ml350 is a great luxury midsize SUV. The car is fully loaded and comes with all leather and wood grain interior. No major issues with my vehicle. However, regular maintenance is pricey so be prepared. The car has great features such back up camera, and blind spot alerts.
accountCircle Ann M
Affordable Luxury for the entire family!
My vehicle is luxurious, customizable, and safe, the interior of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML 350 offers families a home away from home. With ample cargo space and seating for up to five occupants, this upscale SUV effortlessly combines lavishness with real-world practicality.
accountCircle Terri H
My Favorite Car After 2 luxury, 2 sports & 2 sedans, Mercedes is the best!
My Mercedes-Benz ML350 os a great SUV. I normally buy a new car every four years but I have kept this 2012 MB because I love it! It's spacious on the inside but small enough to get any parking space I need. It has quick pick up when I need it and it is very comfortable. Even my 6'4' husband fits comfortably and enjoys driving this car!
accountCircle Carol K
The SUV everyone should own!
I love everything about my SUV. The color is unique, not like any other on the road. The vehicle itself is made like a tank, no need to slam the doors. The interior is plush, the seats are the most comfortable I've ever sat in. You can adjust the seat, the back and the headrest. Then lock it into the memory. It's very roomy both in legroom and headroom. Some vehicles feel like the roof is brushing your hair, not this one! It has all the bells and whistles!
accountCircle Elena K
I love design and comfort. Urban parquet SUV car.
Generally I have no problem with my car. Feel comfortable to drive to long distance and short trips. Sometimes displeasing 3 issues. 1 - when I have to make an u-turn quickly in 2 or more attempts I switch transmission forward and back. When I push gas pedal to move back it drives not immediately it is like thinking before to move. 2- windshield wipers works not bad but sometimes when it is rain or snow I need 1 more option between very fast and medium speed.
accountCircle Jeannette G
Great fast reliable road car.
It is very fast and handles really well. It takes turns very easily. It is very comfortable and very reliable. It is a great road car too. Service is expensive but thankfully I have not had any problems so I only have to take it in for scheduled maintenance visits.
accountCircle Leonie W
The engine is high performance and it has an excellent ride.
The leather seats are comfortable. Dash is tech friendly. What comes standard in the Mercedes is luxury for most vehicles. The performance is excellent. Had problems with tail lights but the dealer repaired it and had no problems since. Overall it is a great vehicle.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Alex
Warranty a must
Great SUV while under warranty. Had engine light on, MB wants $8500 to fix it. All harness sensors ECU contaminated with oil. Had to junk it. MB will not stay behind there product. Once warranty out you don’t exist
accountCircle Lisa L
Handled well in the beginning but with more miles become worse.
After 100,000 miles things have started going wrong with this car and it is very expensive to maintain. Disappointed in the performance. I expected more out of a Mercedes. Also the filter and transmission are not working great at this time and probably both need to be replaced.

Mercedes-Benz M-Class Models

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

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ML 350
302 HP 19 MPG 5 Seats
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ML 350 BlueTEC
240 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats
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ML 550
402 HP 17 MPG 5 Seats
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ML 63 AMG
518 HP 15 MPG 5 Seats
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2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Owner Reviews

4.66
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5 stars 75%
4 stars 19%
3 stars 3%
2 stars 3%
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accountCircle Lisa L on June 25, 2021
Handled well in the beginning but with more miles become worse.
After 100,000 miles things have started going wrong with this car and it is very expensive to maintain. Disappointed in the performance. I expected more out of a Mercedes. Also the filter and transmission are not working great at this time and probably both need to be replaced.
accountCircle Felicia F on May 3, 2021
Mercedes benz suv is the "dream vehicle" of the century.
My vehicle is great except for the cost to fix anything on it is expensive. It is reliable and drives super smooth. Very durable vehicle that will last a lifetime if it is upkept. It is also very safe and efficient. Mercedes is definitely the best overall family vehicle in the market.

Ranks #4 Luxury Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class has an average owner rating of 4.67 out of 5 which ranks it #4 of 17 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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Ranks #1 Luxury Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class has a combined MPG of 27 which ranks it #1 of 17 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2012 mercedes ml350 fuel pump relay location?

Answer: The 2012 mercedes ml350 fuel pump relay location is in the fuse box. To get to the fuse box underneath the hood of the car You will want to pop the hood and latch it open. Along the right-hand side of the...

What's the 2012 mercedes ml350 engine oil type?

Answer: The 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350 comes in three different engine configurations, each takeng a varying type and capacity of oil. The 3.0L 6 cylinder turbo diesel will quire 8.5 quarts of SAE 0W-30 full synthetic...

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Safety & Reliability

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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety