Audio and Communications Standard Features8-speaker audio system with automatic speed-sensitive volume adjustment
Auxiliary input jack in glovebox allows connection of an iPod or other MP3 player to audio system
Fiber-optic network - Offers precise, high-speed communication among components and includes factory preparation for optional CD changer and phone, and SIRIUS Satellite Radio prewiring
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Chassis Standard EquipmentFront suspension - Independent double wishbone with high-strength forged aluminum-alloy upper arms and cast iron lower arms. Antidive geometry. Stabilizer bar
Rear suspension - Independent 4-arm multilink. High-strength forged aluminum-alloy upper arms. Geometry for antisquat and alignment control. Stabilizer bar
Steel spring-strut system - Front coil springs over gas-pressurized monotube shock absorbers. Separate rear coil springs and gas-pressurized monotube shock absorbers
Steering - Rack-and-pinion with integrated hydraulic damper.
Power Assist - Vehicle speed-sensitive
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Drivetrain Standard FeaturesDrive configuration - Permanent full-time 4-wheel drive, with 50/50 front/rear torque split maintained via a single-speed transfer case and center differential
Axle ratio - Front and rear: 3.70:1
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Exterior Standard EquipmentSilver grille with chrome ribs - Chrome-trimmed color-keyed door handles and bodyside moldings
Color-keyed bumpers with brushed chrome front and rear skid plates
Dual square polished stainless-steel exhaust tips
Dual power mirrors, automatically heated
Neutral-tinted glass for windshield and front doors - Privacy glass for rear doors, rear quarters and tailgate
Dual aero-blade windshield wipers
Infrared windshield wiper - Infrared rain sensor automatically adjusts wiper speed and intermittent wiper frequency from infinite delay to constant wiping based on amount of rainfall measured on windshield
Intermittent rear-window wiper with washer - When the front wipers are on, shifting to Reverse activates the rear-window wiper
Electrically heated rear window - With auto-shutoff based on time and outside temperature
Electrically assisted tailgate closing feature - Gently pulls tailgate snug once it is set on its latch
Brushed chrome protective sill plate on rear bumper
Black protective-coated roof rails (with 220-lb roof load capacity)
Variable-focus halogen headlamps - With projector low beams and clear high-impact polycarbonate lenses. Halogen front foglamps, in front apron. Single red rear foglamp, integrated in left taillamp
Driver-selectable light-sensing headlamps - Can be set via the Auto position of the headlamp switch to automatically illuminate in darkness, and when entering dark tunnels or parking garages
Driver-programmable Daytime Running Lamps - With auto-on override in darkness
Automatic lamp substitution uses a nearby lamp if a critical bulb fails
Touch Turn Signals flash three times - With one touch of turn-signal lever, for lane-changing. Auxiliary LED turn signal indicators are integrated with side mirror housings
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Interior Standard EquipmentMultifunction steering wheel - Provides convenient, additional controls for basic functions of audio system and optional phone, plus operation of multifunction display
Power windows, all with one-touch express-up/down
4-way (tilt/telescoping) manually adjustable steering column
Electronic cruise control
Four reading lamps - Courtesy lamps with programmable fade-out time. Entrance lamps in all four doors. Front footwell lighting. Low-intensity ambient lighting of center console
Illuminated vanity mirrors in sun visors
Front center console with padded armrest - Metal-trimmed lateral assist grips, enclosed storage and dual large-capacity cupholders
Illuminated two-tier glovebox. 12-volt power outlets - In ashtray (with lighter) and below glovebox
Folding rear center armrest with enclosed storage and dual cupholders - Two 12-volt power outlets at rear of front console
Magazine nets on backs of front seats. Parcel net in right front footwell
Illuminated, carpeted cargo area - With floor-mounted tie-down hooks, grocery-bag hooks on back of rear seat, and 12-volt power outlet in side panel
M-B Tex upholstery with leather front seating inserts
Leather-trimmed steering wheel
Polished Burl Walnut wood trim on console and doors - Aluminum trim along console assist grips
Stainless-steel door sill trim, including tailgate
Velour floor carpeting and floor mats
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Restraint Systems Standard FeaturesEmergency Tensioning Device - ETDs are deployed in a front or rear impact exceeding a preset threshold of severity, or certain rollovers. A front ETD will not deploy if seat belt is unfastened
Front seat belts - Include: Manually height-adjustable shoulder belts and lower points attached to seat frames
Front head restraints, adjustable for height and fore-aft
Three individually height-adjustable and retractable rear head restraints
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Warranty Standard FeaturesNew Vehicle Limited - 48 months/50,000 miles whichever comes first
24-hour Roadside Assistance - The first of its kind, the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance program is still the only one that remains in effect for the entire life of the car.
Basic Maintenance Service - Basic maintenance service-just think of it as another standard feature that comes with your Mercedes-Benz. Basic maintenance is included for the entire duration of your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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| Brake Standard FeaturesBrakes - Dual-circuit power-assisted 4-wheel disc. 13.8" internally ventilated front discs / 13.0" internally ventilated rear discs
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Climate Control Standard FeaturesElectrostatic dust and pollen filter
Tunnel mode - Offers one-touch closing of all windows, the optional sunroof and cabin air intake by holding the air-recirculation button. Holding button again restores previous window and sunroof positions
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Engine Standard FeaturesEngine - 4,966-cc SOHC 24-valve 90° V-8. High-pressure die-cast alloy cylinder block, alloy heads.
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Instrumentation Standard FeaturesInstrumentation - Electronic analog - Includes: Speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge and quartz clock. Black gauges with white markings and glacier blue backlighting, set in angled tubes with Silver rings
Digital display for odometer and Direct Select gear selection
Low tire-pressure warning system - Alerts driver to a loss of tire pressure via the multifunction display
Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System Plus - Displays distance remaining to next basic maintenance service, indicates type of service due, and provides automatic reminder feature when service interval draws near. System also monitors brake-pad wear
Messages/audible reminders - For open door or optional sunroof; exterior lamp failure; low fuel, engine oil, coolant or washer fluid; and to release parking brake, switch off headlamps or remove ignition key
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Locking and Security Standard FeaturesSmartKey - Uses an electronic code to unlock the steering column and ignition. Removing SmartKey from ignition disables engine computer to help prevent unauthorized starting
SmartKey remote control - Integrates: Door lock/unlock buttons, Tailgate unlock button (or optional power tailgate open/close), Removable valet key, Panic alarm
SmartKey offers infrared-remote opening/closing of windows and optional sunroof
Driver-programmable driveaway locking automatically locks the doors when the vehicle reaches 9 mph
Night security illumination - Uses the vehicle's exterior lights to help illuminate a path after parking. Driver-programmable intervals allow lights to stay on for 60, 45, 30 or 15 seconds, or not at all
Locator lighting - Uses the vehicle's lights to help light a return path when the car is remote-unlocked in darkness. Unlocking car activates illuminated entry system
Automatic antitheft alarm system with towaway protection and remote panic feature
Integrated 3-button garage door control - Compatible with HomeLink components and some other systems
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Seating Standard Features8-way power-adjustable front seats. Driver's adjustable lumbar support
Heated front seats
60/40-split folding rear seatbacks and flip-forward seat cushions
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Wheels & Tires Standard FeaturesWheels - Aluminum-alloy - 5-spoke design, 8.0J x18
Tires - Steel-belted radial - 255/55 R18 105H all-season performance
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