Mercedes-Benz M-Class
2012–2015 model years · Generation introduced 2012
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- Available years
- 2012–2015
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $7,175–$10,275
The overview
The 2012 redesign was a significant improvement. The SUV became quick and very refined, in addition to quiet and well finished. Handling is responsive, but steering is a little vague at the ML's cornering limits. Towing capacity is impressive. A turbodiesel V6 is also available, as is a high-performance AMG version. Some controls are improved, but others are still complicated. As of 2015, available safety equipment for all versions include crosswind assist, collision prevention assist, cross-traffic alert, blind-spot detection and lane-keeping assist. The 2016 models got a nomenclature change to GLE.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 ↗ ML350 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 7-speed | $10,275 | 4/5 | 3/5 | 19 MPG |
| 2014 ↗ ML350 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 7-speed | $9,225 | 3/5 | 4/5 | 19 MPG |
| 2013 ↗ ML350 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 7-speed | $8,100 | 3/5 | Not rated | 19 MPG |
| 2012 ↗ ML350 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 7-speed | $7,175 | Not rated | 3/5 | 19 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2015 model
ML350 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 7-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2015 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury midsized SUVs
- Generation began
- 2012
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $10,275
- Retail value range
- $8,925 - $16,800
- Original MSRP range
- $48,300 - $98,400
- Trade-in range
- $5,705 - $13,510
Ratings
- Road test score
- 75/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 3/5
- Would buy again
- 56%
- Reliability
- 4/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 17 MPG
- EPA highway
- 22 MPG
- EPA combined
- 19 MPG
- Tested city
- 13 MPG
- Tested highway
- 25 MPG
- Tested overall
- 18 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,275
- Cruising range
- 450 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.5 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.8 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 138 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 48 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 189 in
- Width
- 76 in
- Height
- 71 in
- Wheelbase
- 115 in
- Weight
- 4,915 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,080 lb
- Towing capacity
- 7,200 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 4.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 27 in
- Cargo volume
- 37.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 3+2+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 4/5
- Driving
- 4/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 2/5
Vehicle ID: 6733 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2014 model
ML350 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 7-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2014 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury midsized SUVs
- Generation began
- 2012
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $9,225
- Retail value range
- $8,350 - $15,650
- Original MSRP range
- $47,790 - $97,250
- Trade-in range
- $5,150 - $12,400
Ratings
- Road test score
- 75/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 67%
- Reliability
- 3/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 17 MPG
- EPA highway
- 22 MPG
- EPA combined
- 19 MPG
- Tested city
- 13 MPG
- Tested highway
- 25 MPG
- Tested overall
- 18 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,275
- Cruising range
- 450 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.5 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.8 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 138 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 48 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 189 in
- Width
- 76 in
- Height
- 71 in
- Wheelbase
- 115 in
- Weight
- 4,915 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,080 lb
- Towing capacity
- 7,200 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 4.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 27 in
- Cargo volume
- 37.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 3+2+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 5/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 2/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 4/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 8129 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2013 model
ML350 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 7-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2013 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury midsized SUVs
- Generation began
- 2012
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $8,100
- Retail value range
- $7,400 - $14,750
- Original MSRP range
- $47,270 - $96,100
- Trade-in range
- $4,245 - $11,545
Ratings
- Road test score
- 75/100
- Reliability
- 3/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 17 MPG
- EPA highway
- 22 MPG
- EPA combined
- 19 MPG
- Tested city
- 13 MPG
- Tested highway
- 25 MPG
- Tested overall
- 18 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,275
- Cruising range
- 450 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.5 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.8 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 138 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 48 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 189 in
- Width
- 76 in
- Height
- 71 in
- Wheelbase
- 115 in
- Weight
- 4,915 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,080 lb
- Towing capacity
- 7,200 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 4.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 27 in
- Cargo volume
- 37.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 3+2+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 7107 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2012 model
ML350 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 7-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2012 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury midsized SUVs
- Generation began
- 2012
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $7,175
- Retail value range
- $7,025 - $13,475
- Original MSRP range
- $48,990 - $94,990
- Trade-in range
- $3,895 - $10,085
Ratings
- Road test score
- 75/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 3/5
- Would buy again
- 50%
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 17 MPG
- EPA highway
- 22 MPG
- EPA combined
- 19 MPG
- Tested city
- 13 MPG
- Tested highway
- 25 MPG
- Tested overall
- 18 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,275
- Cruising range
- 450 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.5 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.8 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 138 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 48 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 189 in
- Width
- 76 in
- Height
- 71 in
- Wheelbase
- 115 in
- Weight
- 4,915 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,080 lb
- Towing capacity
- 7,200 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 4.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 27 in
- Cargo volume
- 37.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 3+2+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 5/5
- Driving
- 4/5
- Styling
- 3/5
- Value
- 1/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 3/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 2670 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
