Caught: Prototypes of the new 2011 Mercedes ML to test drive

2011 Mercedes ML Spy Pics

The Mercedes ML is in its current form since 2005 to hit the market and lifted 2008th For 2011, the new ML is planned. He was photographed by our photographers Erlkönig already in testing in southern Europe. ML Two prototypes were combined with two recent ML models, a BMW X5 and a Porsche Cayenne on the road.
Lower than previouslyCompared to the current model and also to X5 and Cayenne is notable that the new ML looks a bit lower. The headlights are based on the latest design language Untertürkheim. Side gets the bodywork to the rear of the ML rising "wrinkles", as known for example from the current E-class. The current ML is at this point made much smoother.
Wide range of motors availableWhen the engines is a wide range of petrol and diesel units in question. The economical start could mark the new 204-hp 2.2-liter diesel engine that exists in the S-Class 250 CDI. good would also fit the three-liter turbo diesel, which makes the S 350 BlueTec 258 hp. At the petrol would be the new 3.5-liter V6 make 306 hp with a decent figure. The ML 500 is most likely due to the 4.6-liter twin-turbo V8 petrol engine with 435 hp and 700 Nm of torque running out. And of course we expect again an AMG version. Probably they will be equipped with the new, supercharged by two turbo 5.5-liter V8 that makes 550 hp at most.
Certainly saferWhen the equipment - particularly in terms of safety - Mercedes has presented in the younger models a few things that the ML would also be good, including active Blind Spot and Lane Assistant or a night view assist with people and traffic sign recognition. The Fair is expected to take place at the LA Auto Show 2011th