2012 & 2011 Mercedes-Benz SUV Reviews & Ratings

Popularized during the late 90's, Sports Utility Vehicles or SUVs are cars built for its power to traverse off-road while still providing comfort to its passengers. Mercedes Benz offered its first SUV in the form of the Mercedes Benz M-class in 1997. It was a huge success in the American market back then and made good reviews for its power and handling capabilities. At present, the Mercedes Benz M-class still graces the roads with their current installment of SUVs alongside a few other Mercedes Benz SUVs. Reviews highly favored this company's offerings for both the luxurious comfort they provide as well as their highly competitive engine power.

The 2012 Mercedes Benz M-class are currently composed of four SUV versions that range from $48,990 to $94,990 in price. The most expensive of this Mercedes Benz SUV class is the ML63 AMG. It is a futuristic looking SUV that can deliver up to 518hp from its 5.5liter V8 engine. Reviews and actual driving tests on the car say it can achieve 0 to 60 mile per hour within just a matter of 4.7 seconds. The interior of the M-class models got really good reviews as well. Not only are seats comfortable with a nice touch of class in the design, the features inside the cabin are also highly regarded. The only unfavorable thing going for this Mercedes Benz SUV is its pricing which is much more expensive than most of its competitors.

Mercedes Benz do offer a more affordable alternative to the SUV fans out there. The Mercedes Benz GLK350 is a compact-sized SUV priced at $35,880. It may not be the cheapest SUV in the market but for its price it surely packs good performance, nice interiors, sufficient safety features and great handling balance. Reviews had some negative things to say about the cargo and passenger space of this car though as it is not as competitive in those areas as competitions like BMW X3, Audi Q5 or Volvo XC60.

Mercedes Benz also offers full-sized SUVs like the GL-class models. It seats seven people and has a cargo capacity of up to 83.3 cubic feet. It is also a powerful SUV that can tow about 7,500 pounds. The price of the SUVs in the GL-class ranges from $61,570 to $85,300. The model offers an excellent performance with its V8 engine, lavish interiors and seats with a competitive fuel economy.

For serious off-road driving experience, Mercedes Benz G-class is the perfect ride. The powerful V8 engine of this Mercedes Benz SUV is praised in reviews and said to be reliable in any driving conditions. Like all the other Mercedes Benz SUV, reviews for the cabin of the G-class are positive. The base model for this SUV is priced at $107,100. It is on the expensive side based on our reviews, it is worth the performance and luxurious feeling you get when you are driving this car.

Mercedes Benz also has a few upcoming models for their current SUV classes. Reviewers are already looking forward to it as the current models are already impressive. We just need to wait and see what new features await us when the new models are released sometime this year.