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Specifications

Vehicle

EPA Classification

4WD Sport Utility Vehicle

2 Seater

Engine

Engine Order Code

Engine Type

Gas V6

Gas V8

Displacement

3.5L/211

5.5L/333

Fuel System

SFI

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

270 @ 6200

382 @ 6000

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

251 @ 4700

391 @ 2800-4000

Transmission

Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Rear Wheel Drive

Trans Order Code

Trans Type

Trans Description Cont.

Automatic

Automatic w/OD

Trans Description Cont. Again

First Gear Ratio (:1)

4.24

4.38

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

2.36

2.86

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

1.52

1.92

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.05

1.37

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.76

1.00

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.82

Reverse Ratio (:1)

3.38

3.42 (R2 2.23)

Clutch Size

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

3.29

Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

0.73

Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight

4090 lbs

4220 lbs

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front

MacPherson Strut

Independent

Suspension Type - Rear

MacPherson Strut

Independent

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

4-Link

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

5-Arm Multi-Link

Shock Absorber Diameter - Front

Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear

Brakes

Brake Type

Pwr

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

Brake ABS System (Second Line)

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

12.6 x -TBD- in

13.0 x 1.1 in

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

11.3 x -TBD- in

11.8 x 0.4 in

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Rear Drum Diam x Width

Wheels

Front Wheel Size

17 x 6.5 in

18 x 8.5 in

Rear Wheel Size

17 x 6.5 in

18 x 9.5 in

Spare Wheel Size

17 x 6.5 in

Rear Wheel Material

Aluminum

Spare Wheel Material

Aluminum

Tires

Front Tire Order Code

Rear Tire Order Code

Spare Tire Order Code

Front Tire Size

225/65SR17

P255/40ZR18

Rear Tire Size

225/65SR17

P285/35WR18

Spare Tire Size

225/65SR17

Compact

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy

22 MPG

21 MPG

Cruising Range - City

326.40 mi

274.30 mi

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City

17 MPG

13 MPG

Fuel Economy Est-Combined

19 MPG

16 MPG

Cruising Range - Hwy

422.40 mi

443.10 mi

EPA MPG Equivalent - City

EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy

EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined

Battery Range

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

19.2 gal

21.1 gal

Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

Emissions

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score

Steering

Steering Type

Pwr Rack & Pinion

Steering Ratio (:1), Overall

16.0

Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)

3.0

2.6

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb

37.4 ft

36.2 ft

Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall

Interior Dimensions

Passenger Capacity

Passenger Volume

102.5 ft³

50.0 ft³

Front Head Room

39.3 in

37.7 in

Front Leg Room

42.5 in

42.9 in

Front Shoulder Room

57.9 in

54.0 in

Front Hip Room

55.6 in

56.9 in

Second Head Room

38.6 in

Second Leg Room

36.4 in

Second Shoulder Room

57.1 in

Second Hip Room

55.1 in

Exterior Dimensions

Wheelbase

106.9 in

100.8 in

Length, Overall

186.2 in

180.4 in

Width, Max w/o mirrors

72.6 in

Height, Overall

66.1 in

51.1 in

Track Width, Front

62.0 in

61.4 in

Track Width, Rear

61.2 in

60.5 in

Min Ground Clearance

7.5 in

Liftover Height

Cargo Area Dimensions

Trunk Volume

10.2 (7.2 w/top down) ft³

Trailering

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

2000 lbs

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

200 lbs

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0� F (Primary)

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

Cooling System

Total Cooling System Capacity

Feature

MECHANICAL

5-speed automatic electronically controlled transmission.

3.5L DOHC SFI 24-valve V6 engine -inc: dual variable valve timing w/intelligence (VVT-i).

Limited slip center differential.

All wheel drive.

Independent MacPherson strut front suspension -inc: coil springs.

Independent dual-link MacPherson strut rear suspension -inc: coil springs.

Front/rear stabilizer bars.

Engine-speed-sensing progressive pwr rack & pinion steering.

Pwr front ventilated & rear solid disc brakes.

Tool kit.

Full-size spare tire.

Integrated black rear spoiler.

Auto-on/off headlamps w/delay-off.

Integrated front fog lamps.

LED brake lamps.

Electrochromic pwr heated mirrors w/defoggers.

Water-repellent front door glass.

UV ray-reducing window glass.

Black privacy glass.

Variable intermittent windshield wipers w/mist cycle.

Intermittent rear wiper w/washer.

Chrome door handles

5.5L DOHC SFI 32-valve V8 engine.

7-speed driver-adaptive electronic automatic transmission-inc: touch shift, optimum gear programming, comfort mode.

Rear wheel drive.

Independent 4-link front suspension.

Independent 5-arm multi-link rear suspension.

Active Body Control (ABC)-inc: coil spring & electronically controlled hydraulic cylinder w/gas-pressurized shock absorber at each wheel, automatic all-wheel level control, driver-selectable ride-height control, automatic speed-sensitive lowering.

Vehicle-speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering w/integrated hydraulic damper.

Pwr 4-piston perforated & internally vented front & 1-piston solid rear disc brakes.

Electro-hydraulic braking system w/automatic brake drying & predictive brake priming.

Dual chrome exhaust tips

EXTERIOR

17" x 6.5" 6-spoke aluminum wheels.

P225/65SR17 mud & snow tires.

Pwr rear liftgate.

Lighting -inc: front reading, cargo area

18" x 8.5" front/18" x 9.5" rear 5-spoke aluminum wheels.

P255/40ZR18 high performance front tires.

P285/35ZR18 high performance rear tires.

Collapsible compact spare tire w/portable electric air compressor.

Electro-hydraulic retractable aluminum hardtop w/easy-pack system.

Driver-selectable light-sensing headlamps.

Halogen front foglamps.

Single rear red foglamp.

Dual-intensity LED brake lamps & taillamps.

Dual pwr heated mirrors w/driver memory/auto-dimming.

Variable intermittent rain sensing windshield wipers w/heated washer nozzles

ENTERTAINMENT

AM/FM stereo w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer -inc: MP3 player, (8) speakers, 132-watts, aux audio input.

Roof-mounted antenna w/in-glass diversity system

COMAND cockpit management & data system-inc: AM/FM/Weatherband radio, in-dash 6-disc CD/DVD changer, large color LCD screen.

Harman/Kardon LOGIC7 digital surround sound w/Dolby digital 5.1/aux audio input.

Sirius satellite radio w/(6) month subscription.

Aux pwr outlet.

Center armrest mounted iPod/MP3 media interface.

Hands-free Bluetooth system

INTERIOR

Cloth seat trim.

10-way pwr front bucket seats -inc: pwr lumbar, adjustable headrests.

Reclining/sliding rear 40/20/40 split fold-down seat -inc: adjustable headrests.

Sliding center console -inc: cup holders, storage bin.

Rear center armrest w/storage box.

Cut pile carpeting.

Carpeted floor mats.

Chrome scuff plates.

Wood & leather-trimmed tilt steering wheel w/audio controls.

Electroluminescent instrument cluster.

LCD multi-info display -inc: ventilation, outside temp, trip computer.

Pwr windows w/1-touch auto-up/down.

Retained accessory pwr.

Pwr door locks w/anti-lockout.

Remote entry system -inc: multi-function remote, remote window down, rolling code technology.

HomeLink universal transceiver.

Cruise control.

Pwr fuel door release.

Alarm system.

Vehicle theft-deterrent & immobilizer system w/in-key transponder.

Dual-zone automatic climate control -inc: air filters, smog sensor.

Rear window defogger w/auto-off timer.

Auxiliary pwr outlets -inc: front center stack, rear console box, cargo area.

Wood trim -inc: center console, dash, doors.

Metallic accents -inc: center instrument panel, switch plates.

Front door map pockets.

Electrochromic rearview mirror w/compass.

Overhead console.

Dual sun visors w/adjustable-illumination vanity mirrors -inc: slide extensions.

Front seatback storage.

Wood & leather-trimmed shift knob.

Auto-retracting tonneau cover

Leather seat trim.

12-way pwr heated front seats-inc: 3-position memory, pneumatic lumbar support, easy-access courtesy feature, automatic height-adjusting front head restraints.

Aluminum door sills.

Floor mats.

Leather-trimmed pwr 4-way tilt/telescopic steering wheel-inc: memory, audio & multi-function display controls, programmable easy-exit feature.

Electronic analog tachometer & gauges for fuel level & coolant temp.

Dual multi-function displays in speedometer & tachometer faces-inc: trip computer, exterior temp gauge, maintenance system, oil level check, digital speedometer, reminder & malfunction messages, driver-programmable settings, cruise control, touch shift gear & shift mode selection, audio status, navigation route guidance.

Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System display-inc: distance remaining to next maintenance, type of service due, reminders.

Pwr windows w/1-touch express up/down front & 1-touch express down rear windows.

SmartKey system-inc: remote central locking system, anti-theft engine immobilizer, drive away automatic locking.

SmartKey infrared remote -inc: trunk open, windows open/close, panic alarm, fuel filler door, selective unlock all, hard top raise/lower doors or drivers.

Hard drive GPS navigation system.

Integrated HomeLink compatible (3) button garage door opener.

Cruise control.

Enhanced voice control for audio, telephone & navigation.

Alarm system.

In-dash SD memory card reader.

Automatic dual-zone climate control-inc: dust & pollen filters, active charcoal filters, smog sensor, sun sensor, humidity sensor, dew point sensor, REST mode w/engine heat recirculation feature or cabin ventilation, seat belt usage sensors.

Rear window defroster w/auto shut-off based on time, exterior temp.

Auto-dimming rearview mirror.

Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors.

Burl walnut wood interior trim.

Leather-trimmed shift knob.

Attachable fine-mesh wind deflector.

Removable trunk separator.

Shelf behind seats w/retractable luggage straps, locking dual enclosed storage compartments beneath luggage shelf

SAFETY

4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS).

Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) w/brake assist (BA).

Vehicle stability control (VSC) w/cutoff switch.

Traction control (TRAC).

Front/rear crumple zones.

Side-impact door beams.

Daytime running lights.

Dual front advanced airbag system -inc: crash severity & occupant detection sensors.

Front seat-mounted side-impact airbags.

Front/rear side curtain airbags w/roll sensor.

Driver knee airbag.

3-point front seat belts -inc: pretensioners, force limiters, height-adjustable shoulder belt anchors.

3-point rear seat belts.

All-position emergency locking retractor (ELR).

All-passenger automatic locking retractor (ALR).

Rear seat ISO-FIX top tether anchors.

Child safety locks.

Tire pressure monitoring system.

Impact-dissipating upper interior trim.

Brake pedal regression prevention.

Collapsible steering column.

First aid kit

Anti-lock braking system (ABS) w/brake assist system.

Electronic stability program (ESP).

Programmable daytime running lamps.

Dual-stage front airbags w/front passenger adaptive feature, occupant classification system.

Door-mounted side-impact head & thorax airbags.

Drivers knee airbag.

Tele Aid global positioning system (GPS) satellite system-inc: stolen vehicle recovery, remote door unlock service, automatic alarm & collision notification.

Night security illumination.

3-point seat belts-inc: emergency tensioning device, passenger selectable seat belt retractor, shoulder belts automatic height-adjusters.

Tire pressure monitoring system.

Illuminated emergency interior trunk release.

Pop-up roll bar

PACKAGE

Safety and Warranty

Rebate

Warranty

Basic Years:
4.

Basic Miles/km:
50,000.

Drivetrain Years:
6.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
70,000.

Corrosion Years:
6.

Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Roadside Assistance Years:
4.

Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
Unlimited

Basic Years:
4.

Basic Miles/km:
50,000.

Drivetrain Years:
4.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
50,000.

Corrosion Years:
4.

Corrosion Miles/km:
50,000.

Roadside Assistance Years:
Unlimited.

Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
Unlimited

Recall

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
08V303000.

Mfg's Report Date:
JUL 03, 2008.

Component:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
404.

Summary:
MERCEDES-BENZ IS RECALLING MY 2006-2008 M-CLASS, R-CLASS, MY 2005-2009 SLK-CLASS, MY 2005-2008 C-CLASS, MY 2003-2004 AND 2006-2008 CLK-CLASS, MY 2003-2008 E-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2008 CL-CLASS, MY 2008 CLS-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2007-2008 S-CLASS, MY 2003 G-CLASS, AND MY 2003-2004, 2006 AND 2009 SL-CLASS VEHICLES. A SOFTWARE CALIBRATION NUMBER (SCN) CODING RECEIVED ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES DURING A RECENT WORKSHOP VISIT WAS INCORRECT. DEPENDING ON THE MODEL YEAR AND MODEL AFFECTED, THE RESULTS OF AN INCORRECT SCN CODING CAN AFFECT A NUMBER OF VEHICLE SAFETY AND EMISSION FUNCTIONS INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF FUNCTIONS: (1) THE FUEL GAUGE READINGS MAY BE INCORRECT; (2) A STUCK FUEL-LEVEL SENSOR MAY NOT BE DISPLAYED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER; (3) THE OBD SYSTEM MAY CAUSE THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE INCORRECTLY; AND, (4) THE SPEEDOMETER MAY BE OUT OF TOLERANCE..

Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE ELECTRICAL FUEL PUMP MAY NOT RECEIVE A CRASH SIGNAL THAT IS REQUIRED FOR THE FUEL PUMP TO DISCONNECT AND PREVENT FUTURE FUEL DELIVERY AS DESIGNED..

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL RECODE THE SCN FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372..

Notes:
MERCEDES-BENZ RECALL NO. 2008 070001. CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

News - Crash Test Results

Frontal Driver:
* * * * *.

Frontal Passenger:
* * * * *.

Side Driver:
* * * * *.

Side Rear Passenger:
* * * * *.

Crash Test Note:
Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags..

NHTSA Rollover Rating:
* * * *.

Rollover Note:
The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).

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