Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Note |
|---|---|
| 2023 | Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles. |
| 2022 | Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles. |
| 2021 | Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles. |
| 2020 | Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles. |
| 2019 | Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles. |
| 2018 | Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles. |
| 2017 | Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles. |
| 2016 | Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles. |
| 2015 | Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles. |
| 2014 | Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles. |
| 2013 | Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles. |
| 2012 | Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles. |
| 2011 | Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles. |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | nhtsaSafetyRatings | tpms | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2016 | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class SUV 4WD | standard | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class SUV 4WD |
| 2014 | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class SUV 4WD | standard | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class SUV 4WD |
| 2013 | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class SUV 4WD | standard | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class SUV 4WD |
| 2012 | Rated vehicle: 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class SUV AWD | standard | — | — | — | — | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class SUV AWD |
| 2011 | Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class SUV AWD | standard | — | — | — | 4 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class SUV AWD |
Model year reports
2023
NewestThe 2023 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class presents an excellent initial reliability profile, with zero recalls or consumer complaints reported.
2022
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class presents an excellent reliability profile with zero recalls or complaints reported.
2021
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting no reported recalls or complaints.
2020
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class presents an exceptionally strong reliability record, boasting zero recalls and zero complaints according to NHTSA data.
2019
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class presents an exceptionally strong reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero complaints reported to NHTSA.
2018
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints.
2017
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class presents a strong case for reliability, earning an 'Excellent' public verdict.
2016
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class presents an exceptionally strong reliability profile, backed by zero recalls and zero consumer complaints in the provided data.
2015
The 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting a perfect safety score and no reported recalls or complaints.
2014
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class presents an unusual ownership profile with zero recalls and complaints, earning an 'Excellent' public reliability verdict.
2013
The 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class presents a strong safety profile with perfect NHTSA scores in frontal and side impacts.
2012
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting no reported recalls or consumer complaints.
2011
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class presents an average reliability picture, primarily due to limited data.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Mercedes-Benz ML-Class?
Carfocal currently has 13 published ML-Class reports, covering 2011 through 2023. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2023 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class presents an excellent initial reliability profile, with zero recalls or consumer complaints reported.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023.
Is the Mercedes-Benz ML-Class reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Mercedes-Benz ML-Class. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2023 mercedes-benz ml-class presents an excellent initial reliability profile, with zero recalls or consumer complaints reported. and given its perfect initial reliability record, the 2023 ml-class should hold its value well, especially if maintained. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
13 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Mercedes-Benz ML-Class?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2011 through 2023.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 13
- Years tracked
- 13
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints