2012 Mercedes ML350...150K Miles Later
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- čas přidán 24. 07. 2024
- 2012 Mercedes ML350 review featuring a 4Matic AWD model. This particular Mercedes ML350 has done nearly 150k miles, and I will see how well it has aged. The 2012 Mercedes ML350 Class got redesigned for the third generation. See my 2015 S550 Review: • 2015 Mercedes S550 Rev...
The Mercedes ML-Class is one of the top-selling Mercedes Benz models. Mercedes was selling between 30,000-35,000 units annually so this was not a vehicle they could afford to mess up. The 2012 ML350 was put in a wind tunnel and tested to the highest level to assure buyers that this would be the highest quality of the ML possible for the time.
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00:00 - Mercedes ML350 Intro
00:56 - Mercedes ML350 Exterior
01:35 - Mercedes ML350 Drive
12:10 - Mercedes ML350 Interior
19:03 - Mercedes ML350 Conclusion
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i hate the lexus fanboys on youtube that cant afford anything over 10k without having a panick attack , just repeating the classic lines to justify staying with an old LS all their lives, "hehe maintenance cost" "hehe always at the garage" "hehe always breaking down" like they cant fathom someone beeing able to afford a warranty and drive something more exciting and with more personality than a grandpa or soccer mom car. yes lexus is a FANTASTIC car and a great brand, I own an ls430... but lexus is not the only good luxury car maker, especially not in the last decade. if you're pinching your pennies and want the best value with the least maintenance sub 10k sure get a lexus thats what I did as my first car, but as im looking to upgrade im gonna go into audi s5 or bmw 435i territory, might look at an 2014 sclass too... i wanna LOVE my car, not just love it because its "reliable".
@@MeynMotorGroup ok
Exhaust Sports Auto Ha ha facts for sure 😎
hmm hmm then buy a Range Rover
You're not really listening to what he's saying all you have to do is take the blinders off act like adults and see that the auto industry is rigged every manufacturer caters to and provides something unique to the table this is not rocket science
Exhaust Sports Auto That’s a fact I’m sure
Those old grandpas and grandmas that really took care of their vehicles 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻 thank you now we can enjoy high mileage cars like these
Hahaha yea I really wanted to go into this thinking I was going to roast it but wow what a great machine
Just 2 weeks ago got one ML350 2012 imported from the USA to Ukraine with only 99k KM, not miles(!!!), thanks to an old man born in 1933 (some bills found in the car) who bought and preserved this amazing Mercedes in a great condition and now I am able to enjoy it.
I have a 2013 ML with 167K and it is bulletproof. Incredibly underrated.
How many owners did it have?
@@jayAMG7 2. Maintenance was always done on time. Thing with Mercedes is they have preventative care. Schedule A, B, etc. On older vehicles many mechanics can perform these tasks, you don’t need to go to a Mercedes dealership.
I must say this video has bolstered my confidence! I’ve recently purchased (recently meaning last Saturday, 8/8/20) the same vehicle - a 2012 Ml350 4MATIC in Iridium Silver Metalic. Mine has 96.5K AND I’M IN LOVE! No creeks, no rattles, floats through the city, and when I need to get after it... She gets after it! I’ve owned a 2008 BMW X5 which was a nightmare; but I love German cars so I took a chance here! So far, no buyers remorse! Mine also came with a 100 day/4,000 mile warranty and I’m certain I’ll grab another when that one’s up! But 2 mechanics thus far have said I found a gem! Everything works, it’s aged beautifully, and still has all the power of her youth! I plan on keeping this car until my kids are in college, at least. So your 150K mile review just gave me all the confidence that I can stand by that promise! Keep up the good work brother! And the sound system is banging!!! The best or nothing... For Sure!!!
Massive congrats! It truly is such a solid machine and it drives great. Yea just get a warranty and you should be A OK. Enjoy!
Any updates? Thinking of picking same one up with 97k miles this tuesday.
Are you happy with yours? Any issues?
Well... any update?
I just bought a 2015 white with 18k miles. Looks like it just came off show room floor. Has the dual sunroof and real wood paneling with only stain on it. Incredible car. Mint inside and out. 2015 with 18k miles in 2021.
I have this model. Simply the best. 225,000 and still running like a BEAST. Absolutely no problems or issues with the ML350.
Update any issues yet?
@@brandon_824rodriguez9 Good evening, yes my car battery died and changed two pulleys. Other than that, no issues to report
@@GoodfellasNYC I have a 2013 ML with 167K. Damn thing is a tank. The ML is seriously underrated.
@@60andover-timetotrain-join89 it is indeed.
@@60andover-timetotrain-join89 if you don't mind me asking, have you had any issues with the car?
I just bought a 2012 1 owner ml350 with 30k miles from the dealership. This vid makes me confident that I will have the truck for a while. Watched it before I purchased it too
ML350 is the most reliable Mercedes, just get the base 4 matic 3.5 V6
What about bluetec?
@@alexlee8639 I don’t know much but should be good
@@cuskzhajsdhaozjsnkx7691 thanks
Yes . Ml350 can long last without major repair !
Not ml350 most reliable benz is c class especially c180 and c200 great fuel economy too, but all c series are very reliable
I was gifted a Mercedes ML500 2006 as a push gift when I had my daughter I still have it and always used it as my daily I never had problems with it as long as I stayed up to date with oil change , battery all that good stuff and if you are wondering my Benz has 182k miles and she still is going strong !
This guys is awesome. Love how he gets so excited driving an 8 year old car with over a 160k. You rock dude!
Love my 2013 ML350 with 80k miles on it so far. Just feels so solid.
Great to hear Snow. My '12 ML has the same miliage, no issues cept changing the main battery and the aux battery in the right rear. If you have to change yours look at some CZcams vids that shows you an easier way to change the aux battery by cutting the carpet.
As much as I’m not a SUV guy I just bought an ‘06 ML350 and wow! Loving it (my wife wanted one...) Mine only has 100k miles and still drives like new!
Incredible purchase sir that's awesome I can't believe how solid these things are enjoy!
Like new new?
Those have the balance shaft issue that will kill the engine when it breaks. Good luck.
@@mrhvids4461 Many were repaired under warranty as I believe this one was, I always checked for metal flakes in the oil and never found any. Never had a single glitch with the engine on this vehicle but the front differential ended up going out and had a few other problems at the time so I parted ways with it. I still have a pretty positive opinion of them, I actually nearly bought another one since.
@@CarswithNash Bummer the car didn't work out for you. I have an '04 from the first generation which still runs strong at 140k, thinking about getting a 2012-15 now that they're heavily depreciated. 📉
Recently imported one from the US to LAGOS, Nigeria with 139,000 miles. Drives very smooth and so far very reliable. I also own a repair shop for MB vehicles and typical issues with this type of mileage - stabilizer linkages, front shocks, worn driver seat and the most expensive repair is the air containing. Best to use OEM for the AC. Other than that the car does not feel like an 8 year old car....especially if you get one with a lot of options.
Love the 164! Do they still have on diesel the seal injector issue on these?
What about the Diesel engine? Does it have any problems with it? Iam looking for a 2015 model with 80,000 KM on it. Shall I go for it?
@@khalidal-qassed7784 they aren’t very common here. They tend to have injector issues. Could be a typical Diesel engine issue or because of the poor quality of diesel we have in Nigeria.
@@babatomiwajafojo1002 Thank you Brother.
@@babatomiwajafojo1002 where is your shop please?
Bought one last week with 90k miles on the clock. Drove it home for more than 1500 miles. What a pleasure to drive. Your review is spot on and it made me fell in love with the car a bit more. Subscribed.
You bought an almost 15 year old merc with almost 100k miles on it ? At what price point? How long do you think it will last
I'm really liking the videos with Mercedes and BMW, I have to watch the 2 new videos but you being a Lexus fan and also liking Mercedes while providing unbiased positive reviews shows that you can still get one of these and it not saying it's a bad car because it may not be as reliable because that's what many people who are fans of Lexus and stuff do you know, I just get a snobby vibe when people are lile thattt so. I really appreciate this video and I hope I made sense 😀
Appreciate it that like always my friend yea these German cars hold up a lot better than people give them credit for but I would still only own with a warranty haha
@@MeynMotorGroup Oh for sure 🤣😄
Love your reviews man! I like this generation of ML merc and eyeing on getting one myself. Cheers!
Thank you so much for this brilliant and honest review. I'm looking to get this car and your review has absolutely convinced me to get it.
My 2015 ML W166 just hit 70K & in 3 years I've done 30K & its never let me down , Had one minor problem fixed under warranty & I'd recommend the ML W166 to anyone, Its a fantastic motor & nothing seems to phase it .
My 2012 ml350 has 221,000 miles. And still running strong.
Any issues or concerns with carbon intake buildup? Only asking because fuel is direct injected
@@graypanther3615 no. Never had any problems or issues. Feel free to ask any questions please
@@GoodfellasNYC thats interesting
@@adesholaakangbe1101 thank you. Why is that sir?
@@GoodfellasNYC its gone 221k without issues!
ive been driving a 2008 ML 350 for years and i adore that car. it's an absolute machine. if you take care of these cars, they will run forever.
Definitely an unrated channel, great video 150k miles is nothing can't wait for my benz to get to that mileage
Appreciate that my friend!
Enjoying these high mileage reviews. It goes to show that with proper maintenance and being PROACTIVE you can have a car that lasts the test of time. While I agree with Lexus vehicles being more reliable overall they still need maintenance and that still costs money. All things considered If you were to compare the repair bills from an RX350 with 150k to this MB with 150k there wouldn't be much of a difference especially since this one has the standard steel suspension.
You hit the nail on the head my friend. Thanks again for watching!
Lexus is marginally better. From my experience, my rx350 has had Electrical glitches, dead alternator, high pressure oil tube failure all around 150k. Where you're wrong is cost. My Lexus still has a Toyota engine. The switchgear is literally all Toyota. Also lots more after market options. Mercedes OEM and aftermarket parts costs significantly more. Who cares about suspension, other components all cost more. New rotors and brakes cost 2x as much as a Lexus.
@@vee6411in Euro price is reversed, Lexus cost more than MB
I have a 2nd gen 2011 ML350 with 177k miles. Outside of normal maintenance, I only had to replace an o-ring on the power steering fluid reservoir in the past 7 years. The rest was just batteries, bulbs, oil, and filters. It cost less to run this vehicle than our Lexus ES by a long shot. Toyota is over rated and Mercedes under rated.
@@shwndhexactly. We’ve had a W166 ML350, it’s now got 210k miles. These are great cars.
Main thing is to have a warranty. Expensive to repair. I know from experience. Almost bought a 2012 GL, went with Acura MDX SH-AWD. Runs like a top & no air suspension to worry about.
Warranty is key
See my 2015 S550 Review: czcams.com/video/z2_ucTl8QeQ/video.html Let me know your thoughts on the ML350 and if you own one, I would love to know how it has held up for you. Please follow me on Instagram and Twitter @exhaustsports for more updates or you may become a Patreon member for early access to reviews. Thanks again for stopping by.
I also love my 2012 ML350, with 145k miles on it.
Nice!
Just picked up a 2011 with 221,649 miles and my adult kids and wife thought it was NEW! One owner, mint, 9 pages of Carfax services always done and she's still got plenty of life!! I LOVE it!
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Always value your Auto Info and expertise👻
Great review👌
Great video. I have a 2014 Q50 with 148,000 miles original owner since 2014. Never selling :)
Thanks again for stopping by man that is awesome lol yea that's a gem worth keeping for sure!
My ML is pretty beat up. Yet I still love it! Same year! I’m actually surprised they’re still $13k, I wouldn’t have been surprised if they were below $10k
Hey man, I commented on the last vid.
My dad owns a 2008 GL450 with the same 4Matic AWD system and suspension. The airbags and compressor went out at 62k, and the car has been undergoing various electrical repairs since, with the repair price for the initial air suspension fix being way too expensive and just unrealistic at the time. This resulted in the car sitting for a while, completely undriveable - it would bounce down the road, if you went over train-tracks, you'd bump your head on the headliner of the car, and it got to the point where we didn't wanna damage components of the suspension. It just got fixed and is driving again, but now the AC system has gone completely out, and it's the damn summer. The car is only at 67k. It's really sad, as it has probably the most fancy interior of any SUV I've been in, and the car is otherwise in great shape.
I've heard the 4Matic airbags and compressor systems are either hit or miss, but I've met far too many people who have had horror stories with Mercedes like my dad did, which ended up in him buying a 4Runner. I hate to say it, but the reliability is what's hurting the German brands the most at the moment.
Hi thanks so much for sharing your ownership experience my friend I know this will be helpful to people watching. Man that sucks yea I've heard the air suspension fails often on the Benz this ML had the option of having it but this model I drove did not have it.
I'm sure on the GL class the air suspension probably came as standard. Glad you guys like your new 4Runner. German cars are best owned with a warranty...and without air suspension
@@MeynMotorGroup Hey, lucky you. and lucky whoever buys it! That's honestly probably why it has lasted so long! LOL, German cars are definitely best owned with a warranty and without air suspension. Couldn't have said it better myself
It really has been a great car otherwise, it's just really sad that the reliability of the electrical services that Mercedes put in the GL are so negligible. I do love Mercedes, but my dad is probably never gonna buy one again. Me, on the other hand... if I ever have enough money, I'm buying myself a used W140 S-Class...
Yea haha and I def understand they are great cars but when you own something like that and have that experience it will leave a sour taste in your mouth for that particular brand.
And yea man I hear you grab that S class my friend if you aspire to own it. With a warranty these cars can be very rewarding to own heck you can even start your own channel and document your experiences lol
benji Now u have taste that’s o my list too the classic W140 S class I own a 2006 Lexus LS430 and some say it’s a better version of that car
You’re very articulate , great stuff
I have 2014 ML350 Bluetec with 100000 Km. Much the same as this but with pano roof. Great vehicle, been reliable. Still looks current.
I have an ML350 2012 and still have it. I love it. Mine only has 96,000 miles. The car drives amazing still.
My friend bought a ml350 cdi around 80000 kms driven after a month he felt the pickup is less he took it to a dealership, they told him the engine needs to be replaced this is a problem in all ml350 cdi engines because of the increase in power than the normal 350 engine ,he took it local garage they told him the same but they got him a second hand engine from Dubai and charged 30 % the amount he paid for the car he is happy 😊 now
I have a 2013 ML 350 Awd. With 67,000 miles,I Live in NY State and it is great in the snow,only problem was Blind spot detectors.Yes very expensive and also they are under the rear bumper and in weather like New York they can fail which mine did, Was very costly at $3,000. Out of warranty,Had them replace at dealer but love the 350 and it’s not going anywhere.
Think i wouldve just deactivated them at that price.. Wow
I have a 2014 with 86k and thing still drives like a dream. Gr8t vehicle.
Hey man I owned the same identical car. It has 100k and never never had any issues with it. I do most of basic service my self like oil changes,brakes and transmission fluids. Easy to do. My goal is to make it to 200k or more if possible.
Still going good?? Looking to get one with 90k miles.
If you have the Bluetec, they hold the world's record for longest running engine with only regular maintenance. Last time I checked, over 1 million miles! I just broke 140k on mine. So far runs perfect.
Careful with the oil change intervals.
You Should make 300K with no Problems..200 or more you can do it with a Jeep gr Cherokee..
My aunt has a 2011 ML (last year of the 2nd Gen) and she loves it just over 100k miles. As far as 2000+ Mercedes-Benz they seem to be holding up pretty well for us as a family. I have a 09 E350 71k, mom has 11 E350 58k and my brother has a 08 E350 with around 147k. No major problems, just regular maintenance/fluids. The 08 did have the trans control module and fuel pump replaced though. They’re very solid and safe cars.
Wow that's amazing great to hear these cars def hold up a lot better than what people give them credit for. Lots of Japanese cars like Acura have had issues and parts can be very expensive on Lexus
I had a 2012 E350 at my job with 130k miles and it drove surprisingly well. After having an extensive service and some repairs due to negligent previous owners it drove like a brand new car. Transmission shifted instantaneously, the H/K stereo sounded great, and the overall quality was impressive. That 2012+ motor is wonderful, high revving and surprisingly powerful. Reminded me of the VQ37 with its power delivery and sound.
I just bought one...loving it. Sold 11-3-2020
Congrats!
Anyone know what the upgraded audio option is for this car? Harmon Kardon speaker system?
Lookin to buy one....nice REVIEW. BROTHER 👁👁👌🏾
Glad it helped!
Cool review. Keep it up....👍
Thanks! 👍
Had this engine in a c class coupe, it was incredible...a little rocket!
That's awesome! Yea def a great motor especially in a coupe like the C class
I have 145k miles on my 2012 ML350 also! Runs great
Nice!
Any significant repairs?
I had the fun of replacing my intake manifold on a glk350 (3.5L V6)
Nice bet that sounds incredible!
with that km it is still durable for how many more kilometers or if it is really still worth it?
Is this Warranty Extended from the Manufacturer Warranty? And How to buy it?
We’ve had a ‘12 W166 ML350 4-Matic for the last eight years. Over 170k miles we’ve had a few small issues but one major one. The engine’s timing chain guides are currently failing, drives perfectly fine but makes a horrendous clacking noise for 10 seconds upon cold start up. Embarrassing, especially considering this was a $58k car eight years ago.
Overall though I am very happy with the car, it’s one of the best road trip cars we’ve ever had. It cruises at 90 mph on cruise control effortlessly while achieving 20 plus MPG.
Also when it was brand new it could do 0-60 in 7 seconds, 6.8 seconds to be exact. Properly fast 20 years ago!
What’s a shame is we’ve been flirting with the idea of upgrading to the new GLE but it’s become very large in size without translating into noticeable added interior space. Also I wouldn’t dare get the 4 banger tt, those things will blow up in 70k miles the way we use our SUV. The 6 tt seems to be a decent engine but they’re pricey.
Anyone looking to get a used W166 ML350 make sure to have the timing chain tensioners checked.
This generation of ML is definitely a more substantial car than a RX or MDX. The ML’s materials don’t feel as nice as the Lexus and it’s not as sporty as the MDX but it’s much smoother & quieter during long distance trips.
How about the reliability would you recommend buying one and expecting to get $200 to $300,000 without any motor or transmission issues or anything else that major
lol I had the 2008 and upgraded to 2012 I was SHOCKED at the take off on this thing! It’s a vast difference between the two lol. I have to get use to it!😂
We just brought one home tonight! We absolutely love it! We got a '15 with 95k miles and it was only $18k! I drove a '15 Ford Explorer Sport with the TT Ecoboost with the exact same mileage and same price just minutes before we went and drove this! We couldn't believe we were getting this much car for this price! We snagged it quick!
There’s a 14 in my area for 14k with 60k on dash 1 owner
Kind of a steal looking at the price difference
@@Lord_Don nice! It's a great vehicle. Very satisfied with our purchase. That lil car is pretty hot!
@@Lord_Don I would go snag it. I may buy a second one for myself!
I own ‘14 ML350 Bluetec. At 131k miles, no issue, still ride like new.
Is the diesel engine more expensive to service and maintain?
Thanks Kevin, that was one of my hotlist cars I wanted before embarking with BMW and Lexus. The ML is a very good car. The comfort is great. The only thing that kind of stopped me from getting it is that in UK, we have lots of ML 350 CDIs and 250 CDIs (Diesel) and in London (UK) we have a ULEZ pollution tax that is being enforced in central London and from October 2021 the zone will expand to the inner circle of north and south circular. So the ML 350CDI would miss the emission target... The tax is £12.50 per day 24 hours a day...
Oh way 12.50 pounds a day??!!! That's crazy your emission tax is outrageous man sorry to hear that. Is it pretty bad to keep your Lexus GS?
@@MeynMotorGroup well actually, my Lexus passed the emission test. Basically, diesel cars are facing a hard time in a nutshell if the diesel car is older than 2015, it will fail the ULEZ (which stands for ultra low emission zone). Petrol cars older than 2001 will also fail the ULEZ. So you could technically find an ML 350 CDI from 2015, but as the government is advising the public to avoid dirty fossil diesel engines, people prefer avoiding them to contribute for a cleaner air. So car dealers are struggling to sell them. We believe that there is a possibility that ULEZ will increase the tax and that it will expand any vehicles that may fail future lowere emission restriction. Crazy. Today, if you want to buy an electric car, they are still quite expensive to buy and the range is not that exciting. So fossil cars are still better, but we get strong message that they will be a thing of the past. Indeed from 2032, the UK has now announced that they will ban petrol and diesel cars. So manufacturers have to work harder with alternative energy... i reckon hydrogen cars will take over the electric cars soon as they are relying on a different source of power than electricity.
And I forgot to add that we have another tax that is congestion charge in London that if you drive from 630am and 10pm (now 7 days a week since Lockdown it used to be from 630am to 7pm Monday to Friday only), you must pay £15 for the day and this is another tax to reduce congestion in London. Only pure EV cars get to pay zero pounds... crazy. So if you are rich, you will buy a tesla, but if you cannot afford one, then a small EV car from other car manufacturers, which would mot be as good... There are other towns like in Oxford that already bans any non EV vehicle to drive in city center...
I had no idea wow this is some great insight thank you for taking the time to share all of this. Yes Electric and even Hydrogen will be taking over. I write about this stuff on a website called TorqueNews I focus on Hyundai news.
Hyundai Kia plan to be one of the worlds top three EV manufacturers as well as Hydrogen vehicles. Hyundai has already begun shipping out Hydrogen fuel cell powered commercial trucks to countries like Switzerland. Petrol power will be dead very soon. Thanks again for the incredible information
@@MeynMotorGroup You are absolutely right, as I have been watching this closely and South Korea and Japan are currently the world leaders to have built an entire network supporting the Hydrogen fleet of cars. In Japan since the meltdown of nuclear station with tsunami, they have decided not to rely on the nuclear station and using the EV cars but hydrogens powered fuel cars, which create electricity in a reverse process of standard EV vehicles. What comes out of the exhaust is pure water and they have hydrogens station installed in many regions and in some personal homes so that Japanese people can refill in their own homes. This year, if we did not have the covid-19 disruption, Japan was going to advertise heavily their new efforts in transforming the car industry during the Olympic games, which sadly are now cancelled. Europe is only now slowly waking up to to follow suit. European countries are pushing car manufacturers to build less polluting cars, so smaller engines, and sports cars have to make their engines sound less noisy as well. Hence why, the AMG fans for example (like me) are not happy about this as they detuned the exhausts of the new AMG cars. The new C63 AMG will be a 4 cylinder (you heard this right), which will be a fast car but lacking soul with loud engine noise. Ferrari have to also drop the engine noise, same for all car manufacturers (Porsche, Lamborghini etc.). If they do not comply, they simply face enormous fines imposed by the EU. So sports cars have to sound quieter but electric cars now have to make some noise (yes you heard this right), as being too quiet pedestrians cannot hear them. So new EV cars emit a fake engine noise via external speakers for pedestrian to hear. Crazy I think...
Just got a 2010 but it came with a P0410 code. Anyone know how to fix it?
Our 2013 ML350 has 66k on it. Wish it had adjustable suspension.
Buying one really soon. I love this model. Hows the consumption? Ml 350 4matic!
Mine is 20 MPG city driving
@@Chris-rs3dj why
Currently own an ml350 2013 4matic, with 140,000 miles on it. Haven't had any major mechanical issues. Only complaint I've had was the electronics such as the Blind spot mirrors and the distronic not working properly. I used my CPO extended warrenty a ton; however, mercedes mechanics don't seem to know how to fix their electronic issues for their cars and your kinda left with half working electronics with a working mechanical parts.
Bummer.
I bought an 06 base model with like 92k on it....for 5200 bucks!
Fun to drive, luxurious, still looks pretty compared to modern cars and whoever had it before me took amazing care of this bad boy
as you previously mentioned the steering on the ML w166 is so soft like i was driving a w221 s class before and the steering wasnt stiff but compared to the ML steering it is too stiff
Are you still driving this? any issues? still reocmmended?
It seems that you like it.
What’s the fuel consumption? I’m looking to sell my terrible w164 3.5 and I is so bad on uneven roads as well as fuel economy
i love this type of videos , it really shows people that mileage can be just a number in some cases , i mean we will never know the issues this car had (if it had anyone) or not but for 8 years of existence its nice enough for the price , for me age and maintenance are more important than mileage . BTW look at that engine bay i dont think this car with this engine is that big of nightmare to work on but i can be wrong
Absolutely my friend doing these reviews is an eye opener for me as well. And those were my thoughts exactly when I saw that engine it doesnt look bad it looks well packaged. But its great to know someone can enjoy these cars with a warranty and have a solid feeling ride
I Turo'd an ML350 a few years ago; the thing felt like a solid bank vault and turned on a dime. Then I drove a late model GLE on a road trip recently, it didn't handle nearly as well and the suspension felt 'jittery'. Very bizarre!
My feelings exactly my friend I even tried the GLE 43 and it did not feel as nimble as this ML350 very strange indeed
Run flat tires on the GLE.
Hey man, what is you opinion on the 2012 ML350 Bluetec ? Is it worth it and is it reliable ?
No no no my mechanic said no to the diesel
I’m a dealer tech. I also own one of these. This is the bread and butter. Mine is a 2015 120k, front cylinder cover leak, rear coil springs snapped but both simple cheap repairs everything else was maintenance
Just 2 weeks ago got one ML350 BLUETEC 2012 imported from the USA to Ukraine with only 99k KM, not miles(!!!), thanks to an old man born in 1933 (some bills found in the car) who bought and preserved this amazing Mercedes in a great condition and now I am able to enjoy it.
I've mechanics recommend the ML350 over any other. But if you like that, try driving a Volvo XC60 from 2012 in the Turbo (inline 6, around 300 hp).
We have a 2011, terrific car.
yeah, this is kinda weird. i was just thinking about selling my audi cuz it didnt ride as expected. after the 20k miles maintenance service, they got rid of the lil things i was annoyed about, and drove like brand new. idk, i mean. realiability is actually really nice, what u really want is a car u can love hahahaha
Very true my friend gotta love the car you own to be satisfied
Stoked that you unexpectedly enjoyed this ML so much that you felt like you wanted it. I'm in the market 🔎 for either the ML350 or 550 4Matic. I'm growing tired of leasing and want to own a finely engineered vehicle that I will enjoy. Your review has helped my decision making process tremendously. I can't wait for my lease to run out this year. Will be sure to get a warranty with whichever ML I decide on. Thank you brother. 👍
Hey Kevin can you do a review on a fairly new BMW X5? Like 2015-2018? It would be interesting to see your take on performance, reliability, quality, etc!
Yea I've been meaning to review an X5 for a while but so hard for me to get access to BMWs. I did however do a 2020 740i I will be releasing that shortly.
I also just finished filming a Porschr Cayene S Hybrid and on my channel I already have a 2016 Cayene base that I filmed but that's as close as I've gotten to the X5, I really want to do the X5 so I can compare with the Cayenne. I hope I can soon thanks again
Exhaust Sports Auto oh wow! Looking forward to those two vids then!
bro this made me think... can you get a G wagon to review?! ;)
I might try to get one haha
@@MeynMotorGroup that would be sick.. even like a 2002 would be so cool
Yea that's probably all I can get haha but will def try to make it happen
A car like this for 13k is a steal
Mercedes Benz " The Phuqing Best or Nothing " ❤😎🍾❤
Lol
I’ve got one of these and it’s one of the most reliable cars I’ve ever had. I drive with a pretty heavy foot and the thing is this car can handle it. I’ve had 2 Camrys and they both blew up at 160k, Toyota engines are smooth, but if you’re going to rev it 3-4k rpm’s everywhere you go then *The Right* German cars will do much better. Me personally I believe that this generation of ML350 is more over engineered than the new ones. The doors feel like Vault doors.
Any way you can review a 6th gen charger rt 🤔
Can you believe, I havent had a single dodge product featured on the channel, and Dodge is one of my most favorite cars. I have zero access to dodge unfortunately and all the dealerships blew me off but I really want to review one
Bumpin ass audio systems are a must have 💯
Absolutely my friend haha
I wanted a diesel ml350 2012-2015 for soo long but the bluetec systems have tons of issues because of the emission crap they get forced to put on it
Oh yea I would probably def avoid the new diesels, they are nothing like the old school ones lol This V6 is more tried and true for them and more mass produced but still need a warranty haha
I owned a ml350 diesel with steel suspension, besides the powertrain issues that car rides like crap.
Really you didn't like the ride? That was the best part about this particular ML lol
Yeah avoid the diesel at all cost oil changes are expensive plus you will definitely experienced that famous coolant leak which cost a lot to fix everything is expensive
I own a 2012 ML350 just like that one except a black seat interior. It now has 252,000 miles on it and has held up incredibly well. I've recently changed out the halogen headlight bulbs with LED's, replaced the aux battery, all the wiper blades and replaced the drivers side window switches as the switches were worn out but still fully functional. Also replaced my own engine air filter and multiple cabin air filters. The drivers seat seems to sometimes blow the fuse under the rear seat fuse box but that's about the only issues we seem to have. Thinking about upgrading the car with an Apple Air play module utilizing the same car controls and screen. Trying to see if it's worth spending close to $500 for that upgrade. *Update Nov 2023* The alternator finally failed which also resulted in a battery replacement. Labor and parts out the door was $2000.
My '12 ML has 80K miles so your milage gives me great confidence. When you changed your aux battery, did you do it thru the spar tire or did you cut the carpet and get to it that route? That's what I did from a CZcams vid and was so much easier.
@@jcheck6 Good question, I saw a few CZcams videos that took the whole rear out basically to replace the aux battery and found one that cut the carpet. I did just that, cut the carpet and start to finish the job took less than an hour!
@@AtlasAir767CA Great...you must be an "aviator."
The ML350 is much more reliable than you think, there are some that reached 300k miles.
I’m convinced as usual bro lol thanx if I get a Mercedes SUV it’ll be this one 👊🏾👍🏾👍🏾
Haha I just drove a Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid in that review, I just said everything is the best pick which appeals to you most lol
Exhaust Sports Auto Lol facts bro
I like these MLs, I rarely see them on the road, I try to spot one and I don't. I'm kinda sceptical about them, there's no review on them on here about its mechanical issues. So far I've learned it has transfer case leakes, coolant leaks, error messages and electrical issues. The cheapest I seen them is 18K but I think I'll go with a 2013 Lexus GS 350 for that price
I have a neighbor selling his 2012 Mercedes 350 ml for 11,500. Not sure if it's worth it
@@DaisyMartinez988 Must have high mileage, It could have problems. Check its carfax, ask for its vin. It's a Benz so parts aren't cheap and dealerships ask for arm and leg for maintenance
He said it has 96,000 but I will be meeting with him on Friday, just don't really know any history yet, will ask for carfax to confirm, he said garage kept, and history of proper maintenance on paper.... but still scared to hand over 11k
@@Jay-sd6fs thank you for the response 🙏
@@DaisyMartinez988 11k is a downpayment for something newer. It's a 10 year old car. I myself would pass lol
Really enjoyed it as usual bro it has that big boss style not as luxury as a Mercedes S class but with the speed u talked about I’m sure with all the speed demons and 0-60 heads they would be satisfied lol I’ll still take my favorite German car growing up that S class bro u already know and from what we talked about it and your video on that S class I’m sure u would agree as u said as long as a good deal is in place with that warranty attached 😎
For sure my friend couldn't agree more!
Exhaust Sports Auto 👊🏾👍🏾👍🏾
Hey does your LC 500 have climate concierge?
Yea I think pretty much all the Lexus cars have that if I'm not mistaken
@@MeynMotorGroup ok yeah I think my car has an earlier version of it but it isn't called anything if you know what I mean
WIll you be able to do a review of the 2016 -- 2019 GLE 350 and GLE 400?
I think I did a 2018 GLE 43 a few years back
@@MeynMotorGroup you’re right. But you see, long term user reviews like you did for this ML are more beneficial to your audience in 3rd world countries who rely on used cars. The GLE 43 was a new car review.
Still have ours. Original owner 230k miles now
Mercedes are reliable vehicles but, the maintenance is expensive and that’s probably why a lot of them are labeled unreliable because they’re left broken because of price of the maintenance. Also the guy who bought the new S550 could afford to do preventative maintenance so that’s why he got 215k out of it. He didn’t state how much he spent on maintenance to get to 215k tho.
Review the 2012 blue tec
Looks better than the gle.
Haha I suppose but they are kind of the same
Direct injection? what about carbon buildup?
How much?
is it 4wd?
I’m thinking of buying one with 50k miles, 2010 ML350 for only $13k! I want to put a tow hitch and put my dirt bike!
Hey, I want to do that as well.
The Pope uses the GL model not the ML..If I’m not mistaken…!!!!
Cause he ain’t no gansta!
I will stick with my 2020 WK, same platform, a lot cheaper to service and better ZF transmission!
Ml350 are ok because that don't have as much problems as other Mercedes cars but the repairs are costly so are BMWs I would never own a bmw unless it was leased but never again if you hate lexus that's ok I don't care what you like I know what I like and I drive what makes me happy
Hey bro I come to realize people who get mad over the badges of Lexus vs Mercedes just want to feel they have the best car that they own which we as people can tend to do with different things especially us car nuts lol but I never get into all that I use to think it to myself especially a little while after I got the Lexus I was saying to myself I should get f got the Benz but only because I grew up loving Mercedes and it always being my favorite car just said I’ll get the Lexus first because of the luxury and reliability I read and heard so much about
Yea whatever is on people's driveway is going to be the best car in the world to them. Lexus is amazing no question one of my most favorite cars but every car is great haha.
Every brand has a unique character and strength they bring to the table, its up to the consumer to try them all and see which feels best to them
Exhaust Sports Auto Perfectly said bro I couldn’t agree more
I have a 2010 ML350 Barley Gonna Hit 95k 😭😭
Almost all Lexus rx350 of the same year with a similar mileage have the worst wear and tear on their seats almost all! The quality of materials Lexus use on their seats sucks
Yes . Seat leather is the worst from lexus . Japanese use shit to build good cars .