The 2011 Mercedes-Benz M-Class is a five passenger luxury SUV available in diesel and hybrid trim levels. The base ML350 comes standard with a 268 hp producing 3.5-liter V6 engine, 7-speed automatic transmission, and RWD. Upgrading to the ML550 trim boosts power up to 382 hp thanks to a 5.5-liter V8 engine and grants the driver the convenience of 4-MATIC all-wheel-drive. Diesel and hybrid models are powered by a 210 hp 3.6-liter V6 diesel engine and a 335 hp full-hybrid V6 engine. Both diesel and hybrid models come standard with 4-MATIC all-wheel-drive and while the diesel comes equipped with the regular 7-speed automatic transmission the hybrid receives an 8-speed. Mileage varies depending on engine choice but on the low end the M-Class gets an EPA estimated 13 mpg city and 18 mpg highway while the hybrid variant gets an EPA estimated 20 mpg city and 24 mpg highway. Additional options are comprised of 20-inch alloy wheels, bi-xenon headlights, iPod media interface, and rear seat entertainment system. Safety features include anti-lock braking, brake assist, blind spot assistance, and 10-way airbag protection. All M-Class models are covered for 2 years/50,000 miles.

Review 2011 Mercedes-Benz M-Class prices by model/trim level

4MATIC 4dr ML350 - MSRP $48,990

4MATIC 4dr ML350 BlueTEC - MSRP $50,490

4MATIC 4dr ML450 Hybrid - MSRP $55,790

4MATIC 4dr ML550 - MSRP $57,590

4MATIC 4dr ML63 AMG - MSRP $92,590

RWD 4dr ML350 - MSRP $46,490