Reviews: The 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
By Jane Smith
Introduction
The 2002 M-Class is manufactured in UNITED STATES for Mercedes-Benz. It is Mercedes-Benz's entry into the SPORT UTILITY 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $36,300 USD in 2002.
M-Class Dimensions
In 2002 the M-Class has an overall length of 182.60 inches and a width of 72.40 inches. It sits a total of 71.70 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 8.70 inches. Front headroom is 39.80 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the M-Class a turning radius of 39.00 inches. It uses 255/60R17 tires with a wheelbase of 111.00 inches.
Drivetrain
The M-Class comes standard with a 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a four-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 4786 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The 3.2L V6 SOHC 18V engine is rated at 15 miles/gallon city and 19 miles/gallon highway out of a 22.60 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Flexible Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The M-Class retails for $36,300 USD with a invoice price of $33,759 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, 4WD/AWD, ABS Brakes, Electronic Brake Assistance. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Electronic Parking Aid, CD Player, CD Changer, DVD Player, Voice Activated Telephone.
Exterior color choices include Alabaster White, Black, Black Opal Metallic, Bordeaux Red Metallic, Bourbon Metallic, Brilliant Silver Metallic, Capri Blue Metallic, Desert Silver Metallic, Everest Green Metallic, Mystic Green Metallic, Orion Blue Metallic with interior choices of Ash Cloth Interior, Ash Leather Interior, Charcoal Cloth Interior, Charcoal Leather Interior, Designo Charcoal/Cognac Leather Interior, Designo Java/Borneo Leather Interior, Java Leather Interior. The M-Class seats 5 people with 40.30 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The normal warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also has a 48 month/50,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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