2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350 Review - Should You Buy One?

A quick overview and tour of my 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350 4matic SUV. I discuss pricing, reliability and other important features.

[@NileshR12]

I still love the way this looks. It still looks muscular, aggressive, & imposing

[@cuskzhajsdhaozjsnkx7691]

The V6 ML350 is probably the most reliable German car.

[@MasryMotors]

Agreed, no issues with this one!

[@KalasMT]

What years are you talking about? I found online that the 2014 has the best reliability scores. Also, is the gas more reliable than the Bluetec 250-350?

[@cuskzhajsdhaozjsnkx7691]

@@KalasMT for sure

[@RossEnzo]

Yes and no. Careful of following the Mercedes recommended oil change schedule. Our chain guides are failing from those 10k oil changes intervals

[@danielhabte7847]

Bluetec or Petrol for reliability?

[@genevadriver5659]

Top vidéo 👍 totally agree with your conclusion! I personally own a 2012 ml350 306hp and love it for lot a points ! One of the best vehicle for family trip and evasion 😎

[@seanseton1349]

Love my ML350,great review man

[@MasryMotors]

They're stunning, thanks for watching!

[@de-leonmindset8468]

This was a very nice video!!!,,,,,Thanks alot and Great Job!

[@user-vh7cv2cg2w]

Just got my ML350 2012 3.0 diesel with only 115k km and I am enjoing it so much

[@Notsogeekgeek]

Hopefully someone with experience can help me out here. I am up in Alberta Canada and temperature can go down to -45C here in winters, I need an SUV and my budget isn't too big. My 05 honda accord has too much issues to fix and it's not worth it to spend the money. I am in the market and just saw a 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 350 3.0 Diesel (bluetec 3.0l V6) Car is super clean, one owner, no major accidents (one small one where guy broke the front bumper and was replaced), Single owner and it has 170k KM on it. Guy's asking $14k CAD for it. I have no experience with Mercedes but I have asked one person (who loves mercs - thou he doesn't have any handson experience) and he says it could be good and agrees that car is super clean. I took it for a drive and it ran smooth, handled curves, potholes and speedup and slowed down like it should... I wanna ask if you think it will be a good buy for a reliable daily driver to and fro work and maybe occasional trips? What should look at to make sure everything is good on it as well (i can have it put on a lift as well if anyone recommends I look at something below)? How much is the regular maintenance cost as compared to lets say a Honda CRV? What are the KM intervals for Oil change etc? I would really appreciate the help, Thank you!

[@Familytime1]

Great presentation

[@chadpfau6379]

I love mine!

[@davidinghram2494]

Yes, a terrific car. We love ours.

[@bekabeka71]

Selling my bulletproof w164 350 to upgrade to this bad boy 2012 😍 best SUVs I’ve ever had. I still have the very first gen of w163 320 to this day

[@thomass1891]

Buying a decade old car is hardly an upgrade lol

[@bekabeka71]

@@thomass1891 buddy it is an investment in its self, I own w164 for 4 years and hasn’t given me any trouble at all. And I am literally using and abusing it

[@chrishendricks4613]

I just got a 2015 Ml 350 rear wheeldrive model and I LOVE it! Runs so nice! I had a 2003 ML 350 with 206k which was still running strong but I found a 2015 with only 45k on it..its unbelievable the ride..so smooth.😊

[@gorylatko]

Good job!

[@honhosh]

They come with push to start. Your specific model doesn’t have the keyless go feature. That includes push to start, locking and unlocking the doors by just using your finger as long as the key is nearby. You can also remove the push to start button and use the key if you want.

[@MasryMotors]

Yes you’re right, it should be standard tho. Thanks for watching!

[@teresasawyers2381]

It’s easy to make it a push to start. I prefer the key.

[@monson2121]

Dam why do lexus owners has to comment on all mercedes post, like I've said lexus owners should be glad Mercedes exists because lexus wouldn't have had any thing to copy from.

[@AFanofIsrael]

I have an ML350 and I would not trade it for what would be an equivalent Lexus. Not a chance. I have over 182K miles on it - the drivetrain is bulletproof and the ride is superior to a Lexus. An equivalent Lexus would cost between 50-75% more than the ML. Need more proof? Look how many ML’s are on the road. Case closed.

[@victoranumba4579]

Solid SUV.

[@NickiWhoNicki]

I’m looking to buy an m class or a glc class. I haven’t gotten a chance to drive a glc yet. How does the ride quality compare between the two?

[@MasryMotors]

Personally I do not like the ride of the GLC it's too firm and the handling is poor. If you are considering the GLC then the equivalent model years would be GLE not ML

[@stephenmcdowell9210]

Mate the glc is far to expensive for what it is no wonder Mercedes can pay Lewis Hamilton 50 million a year in wages 'better off with the m class it's bigger and more powerful and more comfortable as well 'but for me I'll just stick to my Lexus rx thanks

[@frankluxobzor7393]

I am looking to get one. It had issue with Auxilary battery malfunction and passenger seat back not working

[@AD-ct3mx]

Aux battery is easy fix.DIY cost $50

[@malachiy13]

@@AD-ct3mx $50.00, where?

[@victoranumba4579]

I love this German machine

[@lsamuraifreedomfighter5844]

Mercedes-Benz M Class ML 350 4Matic

[@Simpple-cm4qh]

How much is this car right now if I need a USED ONE

[@derek1213]

I like my 2011 a little better, but both are solid cruisers

[@Rob-xi1ig]

Same 👍👍👍👍

[@deewademai]

Mine has 123k miles. no single oil leaks

[@GoodfellasNYC]

Mines has 240,000 miles

[@chubbrock1266]

Anybody got an update on this model and year ml350 gonna buy one in two days and just want some reassurance that its the right choice.

[@MasryMotors]

Solid truck I just bought another for a family member recently

[@GoodfellasNYC]

I have 242,000 miles and still going strong

[@Menga213]

Did you buy one? What was wrong with it? What did you change?

[@victoranyanwu6806]

Pls what is the best price for the car now

[@alexsandul5631]

I bought mine for $9500. One owner 2012. It has 150k miles but in awesome condition and always serviced at the dealers. Hopefully it helps. But I think there still in the 10-14k range

[@Usa_Forever]

Nice Car😊😊😊

[@michaldobosz7492]

Have any of you had any bigger problems with this car, for example with the timing chain or gearbox ??

[@markamen]

I have a 2014 Blutek with 92k. I have not had any issues with this car. It has just about option that was available for 2014.

[@GoodfellasNYC]

Not me and my ml350 has 240,000 miles

[@abdullahs3463]

@@GoodfellasNYC wow that is decent

[@GoodfellasNYC]

@abdullahs3463 not me. Only big issue was the vacuum pump

[@SteveVarga]

THE TIMING CHAIN NOISE TURNED OUT TO BE A VERY CHEAP FIX I JUST REPLACED THE TENSIONER FOR AROUND 100 BUGS AND THE PROBLEM WAS SOLVED

[@jeanwinsor7574]

How much is this blue tech

[@MasryMotors]

$11k

[@mooauto2388]

Take the petrol otherwise you will spend 1k per month due to diesel usual maintenance

[@mistrykr]

@@mooauto2388 1K per MONTH?? you mean a year?

[@Sasskin]

In Europe this car is like 25k and more

[@worldpeace5853]

Get a push button and insert in the key slot. Who said there is no push button start???

[@MasryMotors]

Yes my mistake, I didn't know about this and realize now after seeing it on a 2013 model.

[@alb7568]

This is 17-18k in Germany

[@Treo80]

Turnkey starting is so much better than all these useless keyless-go systems.

[@MasryMotors]

I disagree

[@harryharrison483]

@@MasryMotors I have both and I like the old key holder from the past

[@markmohebi]

You only talk about the look, are they reliable???? Why they loss soon much value so fast???

[@MasryMotors]

I share a few of my opinions and give a tour of the car. For more technical information, I recommend professional car review channels. Thanks for watching!

[@Hoopergames]

I have a 2012 ml350 and it's push to start. You got a weird model

[@MasryMotors]

I mean it should be standard not just an option

[@keponen331]

@@MasryMotors everything is an option on german cars, even folding mirrors.

[@stephenmcdowell9210]

I have a Lexus rx and wouldn't swap you 'I'm in love with this vehicle ''I bought it new way back in 2009 'new now nearly 12 years on its got 448000 miles 'no oil or water leaks 'no rattles or squeak s either 'the only problem I had was fit a new radiator as there was a small stone 'went through it 'it was from the lorry in front of me 'it kicked up the stone and it went through the radiator 'other than that 'regular servicing and every 90000 miles change the timming belt and water pump plus I change the rotars and the break pads as well 'this vehicle has never let me down 'and I wouldn't swap you for the Mercedes 350 '

[@rhen6470]

Mate I have a 2007 RX and it’s mint but I think you might be getting cheated with the whole timing belt change stuff. The 2007-2009 generation onwards have timing chains not belts. No need for replacement cause they last almost forever

[@MrSahlensguy]

The gas V6 ML350 is a legitimate tow vehicle, with a rating of around 7,000lbs. Unfortunately the RX has a useless tow rating of 2,000lbs. The Ml has an inline V6 driving the rear wheels, while the RX has a transverse 6 driving the front wheels. 2 very different vehicles. I'll stick with the ML.

[@tomfoolery5665]

You can't beat the lexus I love the rx 350 some of my friends have the Mercedes Ml 350 and I crack up when they cry about mechanic bills especially when they are out of warranty my and everyone else's lexus never have any problems and scheduled maintenance is pretty cheap compared to what they pay I use my awesome mechanic they use the stealership

[@MrSahlensguy]

@@tomfoolery5665 the Lexus may stay out of the shop but is useless as a tow vehicle or hauling cargo. Mercedes puts the Utility in the SUV. The ML is okay off road too. The RX is a true Mall Crawler.

[@tomfoolery5665]

@@MrSahlensguy who tows with a Mercedes almost everyone who owns one is snobby I live in NY I don't care about towing get real I have a beater truck for that type of stuff I use my lexus for comfort and reliability also I take care of my mother who is disabled she loves the lexus and I can afford either one I prefer not to be noticed I'm not a kid I'm a grown man plus if you need a vehicle to tow with maybe you should use a truck for that

[@yeah_nahcunt1057]

Oh noo you have to turn a key !! Seriously ?

[@HlubiNgwane]

Reviews are useless if they don't mention fuel consumption. That's it.

[@jonathasfigaro4992]

For a Diesel engine 100 miles is nothing

[@mohamedelyaouti2051]

Honestly bro i don't think you know what your doing. Yes you give your opinion which is fine. But your missing a few things. This car doesn't have push to start doesn't mean it wasn't offered for this model. You should mention these things. Your just talking with no purpose.i mean it sincerely. Not to poke fun.

[@michaldobosz7492]

Have any of you had any bigger problems with this car, for example with the timing chain or gearbox ??

[@mohamedelyaouti2051]

@@michaldobosz7492 i recommend the newer generation that came after this. Pretty well built. This version is not one I'd buy

[@michaldobosz7492]

@@mohamedelyaouti2051 newer ? but there is no newer ml 350 generation, it was produced until 2015 and there is no newer generation

[@mohamedelyaouti2051]

@@michaldobosz7492 i just meant the one after the one pictured in the video. 2012-2016 that generation is good. Go with a 2013-2014 their good cars very good. Even the first generation is also a tank too get a 2002-2003-2004 good 4wd system low range. Truck frame. Very tough reliable. But some people don't like the interior quality. Very plasticky but we'll built cars. Just avoid the generation in between those two

[@mohamedelyaouti2051]

@@michaldobosz7492 just make sure you have service records and up to date maintenance should be reliable for years with no problems

[@jayAMG7]

Bluetec and diesel versions have all the bad reviews

[@tomfoolery5665]

Oh my God you gotta turn the key what do you do run run run millennials this is to manly if it uses a key 😂🤣😂

[@johnmycroft3065]

they hvae springs i think

[@mangno55]

*somebody know a what time is necessary to change oil transmission? i get ml350 4matic at 90k milliage, now have 149k , i never change the oil transmission, just the others oils*

[@MasryMotors]

Transmission is due every 70k miles

[@AFanofIsrael]

@@MasryMotorsit should be a crime not to do the required maintenance on these vehicles.