2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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M-class

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Fair Market Price	$5,540	$6,357	$6,978	$7,008	$10,995
Fuel Economy	City 15/Hwy 20/Comb 17 MPG	City 18/Hwy 24/Comb 21 MPG	City 15/Hwy 20/Comb 17 MPG	City 13/Hwy 18/Comb 15 MPG	City 11/Hwy 14/Comb 12 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Diesel	Gas	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	268 @ 6000 RPM	215 @ 3800 RPM	268 @ 6000 RPM	382 @ 6000 RPM	503 @ 6800 RPM
Seating	5	5	5	5	5
Cargo Volume	72.40 cu ft	72.40 cu ft	72.40 cu ft	72.40 cu ft	72.40 cu ft
Dimensions	188.5" L x 75.2" W x 71.5" H	188.5" L x 75.2" W x 71.5" H	188.5" L x 75.2" W x 71.5" H	188.5" L x 75.2" W x 71.5" H	189.8" L x 76.8" W x 73.3" H
Engine	V6, 3.5 Liter	V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0L	V6, 3.5 Liter	V8, 5.5 Liter	V8, 6.3 Liter
Configurations	V	V	V	V	V
Towing Capacity	7,200 lbs	7,200 lbs	7,200 lbs	7,200 lbs	7,200 lbs

Emergency & Security Services	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Traction Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Engine Start	Optional	Optional	Not Available	Optional	Optional
Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Navigation System	Optional	Optional	Standard	Optional	Standard
Voice Recognition System	Optional	Optional	Not Available	Optional	Optional
Hands Free Phone	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

iPod Connector	Optional	Optional	Not Available	Optional	Optional
Premium Radio	Optional	Optional	Standard	Optional	Standard
Satellite Radio	Optional	Optional	Standard	Optional	Standard

Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Mirrors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Steering Wheel	Optional	Optional	Not Available	Optional	Not Available
Integrated Garage Door Opener	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Torque	258 @ 6000 RPM	398 @ 3800 RPM	258 @ 6000 RPM	391 @ 6000 RPM	465 @ 6800 RPM
0 to 60	7.9 seconds	8 seconds	7.9 seconds	5.6 seconds	4.8 seconds
Top Speed	131 mph	131 mph	131 mph	131 mph	155 mph

Leather Seats	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Folding Rear Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Dual Power Front Seats	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Driver's Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Outlet	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Window Defroster	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Adaptive Headlights	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Alloy Wheels	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Liftgate/Trunk Release	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors	Optional	Optional	Not Available	Optional	Standard
Privacy Glass	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Roof Rails	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alarm System

Standard

Drivetrain	4WD	4WD	4WD	4WD	4WD
Hill Descent Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Hill Start Assist	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Recommended Fuel	Premium	Diesel	Premium	Premium	Premium
Stability Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight	4705 pounds	4817 pounds	4705 pounds	4795 pounds	5093 pounds
Fuel Capacity	25.1 gallons	25.1 gallons	25.1 gallons	25.1 gallons	25.1 gallons
Front Head Room	39.9 inches	39.9 inches	39.9 inches	39.9 inches	39.9 inches
Front Leg Room	42.2 inches	42.2 inches	42.2 inches	42.2 inches	42.2 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	8.3 inches	8.3 inches	8.3 inches	8.3 inches	8.3 inches
Overall Length	188.5 inches	188.5 inches	188.5 inches	188.5 inches	189.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room	59.9 inches	59.9 inches	59.9 inches	59.9 inches	59.9 inches
Turning Diameter	37.9 feet	37.9 feet	37.9 feet	37.9 feet	37.9 feet
Wheel Base	114.7 inches	114.7 inches	114.7 inches	114.7 inches	114.7 inches
Width with mirrors	75.2 inches	75.2 inches	75.2 inches	75.2 inches	76.8 inches

FAQs

Is the 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class a powerful car?

It depends on your definition of powerful. The 2008 M-Class ranges in power from the ML 320 CDI Sport Utility 4D with 215 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 8 seconds to the ML 63 AMG Sport Utility 4D with 503 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 4.8 seconds.

How fast is the 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class?

The 2008 M-Class ranges in power from the ML 320 CDI Sport Utility 4D with 215 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 8 seconds to the ML 63 AMG Sport Utility 4D with 503 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 4.8 seconds.

What are the levels of Mercedes-Benz M-Classs?

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class comes in 5 different trims, ranging from the ML 350 Sport Utility 4D with a base MSRP of $5,540.00 to the ML 63 AMG Sport Utility 4D with a base MSRP of $10,995.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2008 M-Class specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class specs page.

What features does the Mercedes-Benz M-Class 2008 have?

2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class features include Child Door Locks, Child Seat Anchors, and Cruise Control.