LEAKED: More unofficial photos of the new Mercedes-Benz ML drop on the web

Mercedes-Benz did not release any official press pack on its new M-Class today, as we have previously stated. Anyway, fresh, finer photos were leaked on the internet minutes ago. Along with them, more specific details have also surfaced. Reminiscent of the last agreements inside the former DaimlerChrysler entity is the technical platform of the new M-Class, shared with the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The first choices at the start of sales will be the ML 250 BlueTEC with 204 hp, the ML 350 BlueTEC with 258 hp and the ML 350 BlueEFFICIENCY with 306 hp, all offered in conjunction with the 7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic gearbox. Fuel economy and emission figures have also been optimised to meet the most stringent requirements - the overall consumption has been decreased by up to 25 per cent, reaching 8.5 - 8.8 l/100 km. The third generation ML comes equipped with a full array of systems and technologies to make life easier: up to nine airbags, ESP, DISTRONIC PLUS, Blind Spot Assist, PRE-SAFE, ATTENTION ASSIST, Night View Assist Plus, Airmatic suspension, Active Curve System are among the gimmicks prepped for the SUV. For a further enhancement of the dynamic potency, engineers have developed a comprehensive management solution for on-road and off-road riding. In the infotainment department, the M-Class W 166 boasts a complete set of media devices, such as the COMAND Online with internet access, the Harman/Kardon Logic 7 audio system, a roomy hard-disk for storing music files, photos, movies and maps for the satnav as well as a DVD player with LCD displays incorporated at the back of the front headrests for the passengers on the rear seats.

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LEAKED: Brochure pics of the new Mercedes-Benz M-Class spill out on the internet

While we were writing the previous article, a few images taken from an internal brochure for the new Mercedes-Benz M-Class were already becoming famous on various automotive websites and forums over the internet. As expected, the new medium-sized SUV from Stuttgart applies the same principles as the outgoing model - a dynamic profile, a clean, progressive and powerful front end and an elegant tail section inspired by the new E-Class. The distinctive aura of the W 166 is further asserted by the outstanding cabin, featuring a cohesive design approach: premium quality materials such as leather upholstery, wood and aluminium harmoniously blended with attractive, striking, youthful aesthetics to create an attractive, fresh and youthful dashboard. The technical package of the new M-Class comprises the latest in active and passive safety and also premieres an enhanced 4MATIC chassis and a new offroad management system. To put the car into motion, a new lineup with various, efficient BlueEFFICIENCY diesel and gasoline powerplants will be available at the start of sales: we shall mention the ML 250 CDI with 204 hp, the ML 350 CDI with 265 hp, the ML 350 BE with 306 hp (and later with 354 hp) and the top-of-the-range ML 500 BE version boasting no less than 435 ponnies. Note that the third generation of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class will surely retain the worldwide-known, easy-recognizable "ML" title for emphasizing the engine version. Further hi-res photos and detailed information on the new ML will certainly be released tomorrow.

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