Mercedes-Benz W 164

Mercedes Benz
M-Class (2005-2008)
W 164
Sales designation:	M-class
Production period:	03/2005-06/2011
Class :	SUV
Body versions :	Station wagon
Engines:	Otto engines : 3.5–6.2 liters (200–375 kW) Diesel engines : 3.0–4.0 liters (140–225 kW) Otto hybrid : 3.5 liters (250 kW)
Length:	4780 mm
Width:	1911 mm
Height:	1815 mm
Wheelbase :	2915 mm
Empty weight :	2135-2315 kg
Previous model	Mercedes-Benz W 163
successor	Mercedes-Benz W 166

Other measured values
CO 2 emissions:	185-392 g / km
Combined fuel consumption (EC standard):	7.7-16.5 l / 100 km
Stars in the Euro NCAP - Crash Test

The Mercedes-Benz W 164 was sold as the Mercedes-Benz M-Class and was the successor to the Mercedes-Benz W 163 .

It was presented at the North American International Auto Show in early 2005 and shares the technical basis with the R-Class (251 series) and the Mercedes-Benz GL . With the W 164, Mercedes introduced some innovations in the M-Class; the ladder frame of the previous model was replaced by a self-supporting body , which improves passive safety. While the predecessor model had a terrain reduction as standard, it was dispensed with in the standard equipment of the successor, since the majority of the vehicles are almost exclusively used on the road anyway. Production of the W 164 was discontinued in June 2011. The successor is the Mercedes-Benz W 166 .

Equipment

Off-road package

A special off-road package containing the following equipment was offered for an additional charge:

• one center and one rear axle limited slip differential with 100 percent lock
• a gear reduction with the option of engaging reverse gear in the low-range setting while driving (shift-on-the-move)
• an underrun protection
• a compass
• a manual mode for the automatic transmission
• a five-stage setting range for the optionally available air suspension . Three settings can be freely selected.

AMG sports package

As for almost all other models, there was also a sports package for the M-Class. This contained: AMG front apron, running boards, AMG rear apron and 21-inch AMG light-alloy wheels with five spokes all around in size 265/40 R21 and oval AMG tailpipes.

Edition 10 special model

Between the end of 2007 and mid-2008 there was a special model called Edition 10 . This name indicated the ten-year existence of the M-Class. The anniversary SUV offered, among other things, 20-inch wheels, bi-xenon headlights and shiny titanium applications. The interior was equipped with a two-tone leather interior, sports instruments and pedals in stainless steel.

Grand Edition special model

The Grand Edition special model was offered from May 2010 until production was discontinued in June 2011 . This model was recognizable by headlights with a dark background, LED daytime running lights and AMG radiator grille. Furthermore, an underbody protection made of aluminum was installed in the front and rear of this special model. It also contained darkened rear lights, thermally insulating blue glass and 19-inch light-alloy wheels with Y-shaped spokes.

Facelift

The facelift was presented at the end of April 2008 and delivered from autumn 2008. The models of the ML 63 AMG were delivered from January 2009. A revised bumper and headlights with a step in the lower edge determined the revised front view of the SUV. The radiator grille was now larger, set lower and was structured by three wide, black slats with angular air openings and chrome edging. Fog lights located far outside and a newly designed underrun protection made it appear wider. The rear got a redesigned bumper with integrated reflectors and smoked glass reversing lights. A roof rail and larger exterior mirrors were part of the standard equipment.

In the interior there was a new four-spoke leather multifunction steering wheel with glossy chrome applications and standard gearshift paddles. The door fittings were covered with a leather imitation and the seats could be equipped with a four-stage lumbar support on request. In addition, the M-Class was equipped as standard with the preventive occupant protection PreSafe and NeckPro head restraints.

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  Edition 10 (2007-2008)

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  Rear view

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  Model with AMG sports package (2005-2008)

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  Rear view

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  The top model ML 63 AMG (2005-2008)

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  Rear view

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  ML 320 CDI (2008-2009)

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  Rear view

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  ML 350 CDI Grand Edition (2010-2011)

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  Rear view

Models and engines

In Germany, the ML was available with V6 and V8 petrol and diesel engines.

In the USA, in addition to the ML 350, ML 550, ML 63 AMG and the ML 350 BlueTEC, an ML 450 HYBRID was offered in which the combustion engine of the ML 350 was combined with two electric motors. If necessary, the driving force of the motor could be supported by the electric motors.

Gasoline engine

	ML 350	ML 500		ML 63 AMG
construction time	03/2005–07/2011	03/2005-04/2007	04/2007–07/2011	01 / 2006-07 / 2010
Engine type	V gasoline engine
Number of cylinders	6th	8th
Displacement	3498 cc	4966 cc	5461 cc	6208 cc
power	200 kW (272 hp) at 6000 rpm	225 kW (306 hp) at 5600 rpm	285 kW (388 hp) at 6000 rpm	375 kW (510 hp) at 6800 rpm
Max. Torque	350 Nm at 2400-5000 rpm	460 Nm at 2700-4750 rpm	530 Nm at 2800-4800 rpm	630 Nm at 5200 rpm
drive	All-wheel drive, permanent
Acceleration, 0–100 km / h in s	8.4	6.9	5.8	5.0
Top speed, km / h	225	240	250 (regulated)
Fuel consumption (in accordance with EEC guidelines, combined) in l / 100 km	11.4 great	13.4 great	13.1 Great	16.5 super plus

Hybrid

The ML 450 HYBRID has a combustion engine and two electric motors. The electrical control of the two-mode hybrid system shifts the power output variably from the electrical drive train to the mechanical one with increasing engine loads and higher speeds. Both electric motors are integrated in the gear housing and have different tasks. The first electric motor is arranged closer to the combustion engine, has an output of 62 kW, offers a torque of 235 Nm and is specially designed for power and low losses. The electric motor placed at the transmission output has an output of 60 kW, provides 260 Nm and is intended for purely electric starting and acceleration. In first and third gear, both electric motors work synchronously and either provide additional energy for acceleration or store the kinetic energy when the vehicle is decelerating. In second and fourth gear, one electric motor is available for acceleration, the other for energy recovery. To enable the three motors to work together, a gear unit with the two electric motors, three planetary gear sets and four clutches is installed, which is controlled by an electronic controller. In addition, there are technical systems such as an automatic start-stop system to save fuel or a launch control for dynamic starting. The electric motors only park in E mode. The ML 450 Hybrid has a system output of 250 kW and consumption is around 20% lower than that of the ML 350; it can also drive purely electrically over a distance of 2.5 km.

	ML 450 HYBRID
construction time	2010-2011
Engine type	V- petrol engine + electric motors
Number of cylinders	6th
Displacement	3498 cc
Internal combustion engine power	205 kW (279 hp) at 6000 rpm
Max. Torque	350 Nm at 3000-5500 rpm
Electric motor power	62 kW (84 PS) u. 60 kW (82 PS)
Max. Torque	235 Nm a. 260 Nm
Combined system performance	250 kW (340 hp)
Max. Torque	517 Nm
drive	All-wheel drive, permanent
Acceleration, 0–100 km / h in s	8.2
Top speed, km / h	210
Fuel consumption (in accordance with EEC guidelines, combined) in l / 100 km	7.7 Great

diesel

	ML 280 CDI	ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY		ML 320 CDI	ML 350 CDI		ML 350 BlueTEC	ML 420 CDI	ML 450 CDI
construction time	03/2005–05/2009	05/2009 - 01/2010	2010-2011	2005-2009	05/2009 - 01/2010	2010-2011	2009-2011	2007-2009	2009-2010
Engine type	V - diesel engine with common rail injection
Number of cylinders	6th							8th
Displacement	2987 cc							3996 cc
power	140 kW (190 PS) at 4000 rpm		150 kW (204 hp) at 4000 rpm	165 kW (224 hp) at 3800 rpm		170 kW (231 hp) at 3800 rpm	155 kW (211 hp) at 3400 rpm	225 kW (306 hp) at 3600 rpm
Max. Torque	440 Nm 1400-2800 rpm		500 Nm at 1400-2400 rpm	510 Nm at 1600-2800 rpm		540 Nm at 1600-2400 rpm	540 Nm at 1600-2400 rpm	700 Nm at 2000-2600 rpm
drive	All-wheel drive, permanent
Acceleration, 0–100 km / h in s	9.8		8.2	8.6		7.3	8.7	6.5
Top speed, km / h	205		210	215		220	210	235
Fuel consumption (in accordance with EEC guidelines, combined) in l / 100 km	9.6 diesel	8.4 diesel		9.6 diesel	8.9 diesel		8.7 diesel	11.2 diesel	10.6 diesel

Web links

Commons : Mercedes-Benz W 164  - Collection of pictures, videos and audio files

• Official website

Individual evidence

1. ↑ Mercedes Benz archive on the M-Class from 2005 , accessed May 6, 2018.
2. ↑ The “Two-Mode” hybrid concept in the Mercedes-Benz ML 450 Hybrid: From the global alliance ( Memento of the original from May 8, 2014 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was automatically inserted and not yet checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. Automobile CONSTRUCTION, February 21, 2008