DecodedCars2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2006 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 16 combined · 14 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 26 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 19 similar 2006 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class is a SUV - offered with 2 engines (3.5L 6-cyl and 5.0L 8-cyl) and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 16 MPG combined (14 city / 19 highway), 6% worse than the 2006 SUV - average of 17 MPG, for an estimated $5,150 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2006
- Engine added: 3.5L 6-cyl
- Engine dropped: 3.7L 6-cyl
Compared with 2005; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2005 ML-Class →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -6% | $5,150 | 555 |
| ML500 | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 14 | -18% | $5,850 | 635 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2006 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2006 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class (this car) | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 12 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | 14 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 Porsche Cayenne | 15 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2006 BMW X5 | 16 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 BMW X3 | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other ML-Class years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 ML-Class | 25 | – | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 ML-Class | 20 | – | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 ML-Class | 20 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 ML-Class | 20 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 ML-Class | 22 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 ML-Class | 22 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 ML-Class | 18 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 ML-Class | 21 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 ML-Class | 21 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 ML-Class | 15 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mercedes-Benz. How we calculate this →