2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Mercedes-Benz finally introduced the M-Class 2012 officially. The third generation luxury SUV is claimed to have a myriad of improvements.

On the exterior we have a redesign in the bow and stern. His face looks more modern and softer seen. -- improved with the drag coefficient to 0.32 - the smallest in its class.

Some of the things that made MB to improve aerodynamics as redesigning the house mirrors, roof spoiler optimizes, revised front spoiler, side spoiler fix on the rear glass (on the ML 250 BlueTEC).

MB managed to reduce consumption of fuel oil (BBM) in every new model M-Class. However, the MB still maintaining the application of permanent 4MATIC all-wheel drive. MB will be handed two diesel engines with EURO standard 6; ML250 BlueTEC and ML350 BlueTEC. A gasoline engine EURO 5 standard BlueEFFICIENCY ML350.

ML 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC will be the entry-level as well as replacing the ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY 3000 cc V6. ML 250 carrying 4-cylinder engine with 2143 cc and 204 hp power and 500 Nm of torque - the same as the ML 300 CDI. Fuel consumption from 16.67 to 15.38 11.9 to 10.99 KPL KPL ML 300 CDI). Its CO2 emissions reduced to 158 g / km (ML 300 CDI 224 g / km). While the ML 250 kpj accelerate from 0-100 in 9 seconds or 0.7 seconds slower.

ML 350 ML 350 BlueTEC replaces the CDI. Both use the 2987 cc V6 engine, but for 350 ML engine experienced a number of improvements to produce more power and more economical diesel consumption. ML 350 BlueTEC use Twas technology (twin-wire-arc spraying), which was first used in 2005 in AMG machines. In addition, MB berasil minimize friction components in the kitchen runway.

ML 350 BlueTEC Power rose to 258 hp of 231 hp. While the torque is greater than 540 Nm 80 Nm. Thus better acceleration 0.2 seconds to 7.4 seconds. Consumption of diesel fuel ML 350 BlueTEC MPA from 14.71 to 13.51 (11.24 to 10.64 350 ML CDI MPA). Meanwhile, the ML 350 BlueTEC CO2 emissions 179 g / km versus 235-246 g / km.

One 350 ML BlueEFFICIENCY petrol model is still with mechanical heart V6 3498 cc revised from the ML 350. Energy rose 34 hp to 306 hp. Then crept up 20 Nm of torque to 370 Nm. More rapid acceleration of 0.8 seconds from 8.4 seconds.

350 ML BlueEFFICIENCY gasoline consumption from 11.76 to 11.36 8.77 to 8.33 MPA versus MPA. MB was successfully reduced the CO2 of 266 g / km to 199 g / km.

As an SUV, MB arming M-Class with an optional ON & offroad package with 6 modes, 1 automatic mode, 2 mode for off-road, and 3 modes for the asphalt road. To mengaktifikan AIRMATIC available a rotary actuator in the center console.

Automatic mode is intended for daily use. Offroad 1 in order to face the light off-road terrain and road / track is dirty. Offroad 2 for more severe terrain and climbing. Winter wear during the winter with the road surface slippery. Sport is used if you prefer more sporty car and walk the winding streets. Trailer when you carry or tow loads.

The car that claimed more quietly is provided various features of ntelligent Light System (ILS), Night View Assist Plus with the introduction of humans (human detection), Speed Limit Assist, Lane Keeping Assist - active / passive, Blind Spot Assist - active / passive, DISTRONIC PLUS, PLUS BAS (associated with DISTRONIC PLUS), PRE-SAFE ® Brake with autonomous braking braking (associated with DISTRONIC PLUS).

Interior also be revised so it looks more modern and unsightly. Made more elbow room width (34 mm in front and 25 mm in rear). Jok-2012 M-Class seat is designed to bring top level of comfort when you travel far. Travel arrangements back and forth countless seat length, ie 350 mm. While the seat height adjust travel to 90 mm.

For the UK market, MB M-Class 2012 will be present in the spring of 2012. The price has not been informed.
"M-Class realize all automotive experience for over 125 years. M-Class 2012 experienced a quantum leap in terms of efficiency, safety, agility and design, "said Thomas Weber, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG for Group Research and Mercedes-Benz Cars.