At a glance: Technical highlights of the new M-Class*
| Cornering lights: More safety at road junctions and on tight bends. | Standard in conjunction with bi-xenon headlamps |
| Adaptive front airbags: The front-airbags are activated in two stages according to accident severity. | Standard |
| AIRMATIC package: The air suspension system improves on-road comfort and is also available in a special off-road configuration. The Adaptive Damping System is also included in the package. | Optional |
| Active Light System: The headlamps follow the steering movements of the driver. | Optional in conjunction with bi-xenon headlamps |
| Start-Off Assist: This technology prevents the M-Class from rolling back when moving off on gradients. | Standard |
| Bi-xenon headlamps: Gas-discharge lamps for high and low beam improve driving safety at night. | Optional |
| COMAND APS: This system integrates the operation of the radio, DVD navigation and telephone. | Optional |
| Crash boxes: Impact-absorbing elements in the front end can be inexpensively replaced after a minor collision. | Standard |
| DIRECT SELECT: The automatic transmission can be touch-operated by a stalk on the steering column. | Standard |
| Downhill Speed Regulation: This system supports the driver on steep downhill gradients. | Standard |
| EASY-PACK tailgate: A hydraulic system enables the tailgate to be even more conveniently opened and closed at the touch of a button. | Optional |
| EASY-PACK load-securing kit: Aluminium rails, a telescopic rod and lashing belts allow separation of the load compartment and secure stowage of luggage. | Optional |
| Electronic Traction System 4ETS: Wheels with poor traction are automatically braked to transfer the drive torque to the wheels with good traction. | Standard |
| ESP®: This system reduces the risk of skidding and warns the driver of tyre pressure loss. | Standard |
| Headlamp Assist: A sensor on the windscreen recognises low light conditions and automatically switches on the vehicle lights. | Standard |
| Belt force limiters: This technology reduces the belt forces acting on the occupants during a crash. The front passengers have the benefit of adaptive belt force limiters. | Standard |
| Belt tensioners: Any slack in the seat belt is immediately taken up during a crash. | Standard for all seats |
| KEYLESS-GO: The doors and tailgate can be opened without the use of a key. | Optional |
| Child seat recognition: A transponder system automatically detects whether a reboard child seat is installed, and deactivates the front passenger airbag in this case. | Optional |
| THERMATIC automatic climate control: This system controls the fan speed depending on the temperature selected, and automatically varies the proportion of recirculated air if ambient temperatures are high to cool the interior more rapidly. | Standard |
| Paint finish: Nano-technology makes the paint more scratch-resistant and ensures a better sheen. | Standard |
| Multifunction steering wheel: The radio, telephone, navigation system and other systems can be operated from the steering wheel. | Standard |
| Multicontour seat: Inflated air cushions allow the seat contours to be individually adjusted for comfort. | Optional (standard in the ML 500) |
| Multi-zone THERMOTRONIC: This newly developed system individually regulates the temperature and airflow for the driver, front passenger and occupants in the rear. | Optional (standard in the ML 500) |
| NECK-PRO: In the event of a rear-end collision, the sensor-controlled front head restraints are moved forward by approx. 40 millimetres. | Optional |
| Off-road ABS: This auxiliary function allows braking distances to be reduced on poor road surfaces. | Standard |
| Particulate filter: This system developed by Mercedes-Benz operates without additives and reduces the already low particulate emissions by a further 99 per cent. | Optional (standard in |
| PRE-SAFE®: Preventive safety measures are taken for the occupants if a collision appears likely. | Optional |
| Sidebags: These side-mounted airbags reduce the risk of injury during a lateral impact. | Standard for driver and front passenger |
| 7G-TRONIC seven-speed automatic transmission: The world’s first and only automatic car transmission with seven speeds works as a team with all the engines in the new M-Class. | Standard |
| Sound system: A new multi-channel system provides surround-sound for every seat. | Optional |
| Tunnel closing: Operating the air recirculation switch causes any open windows and the sunroof to close when entering a tunnel or underground car park. | Standard |
| Up-front sensors: Crash sensors in the front end allow activation of the restraint systems as the situation requires. | Standard |
| Windowbags: These large air cushions extend from the A-pillar to the C-pillar like a curtain to reduce the risk of head injuries during a lateral impact. |
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