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Mercedes-Benz M-Class II (W164) gallery (2005–2011)

Second generation Mercedes-Benz M-Class (W164), introducing unibody construction, sleek aerodynamics, AIRMATIC air suspension, and 7G-TRONIC automatic.

All photos 239 I (W163) 6 1997–2005 II (W164) 90 2005–2011 III (W166) 120 2011–2015
Mercedes-Benz M-Class II (W164), SUV, silver, rear view — photo 94692 2048 x 1536 16 2008-2011
SUV A silver SUV driving along a rural asphalt road, viewed directly from the rear. The shot shows the tailgate with a yellow license plate, taillights, roof rails, and dual exhaust outlets integrated into the rear bumper skid plate.
Mercedes-Benz M-Class II (W164), SUV, blue, front three-quarter view — photo 94645 2048 x 1536 14 2008-2011
SUV A light blue metallic SUV driving along an asphalt road with a driver visible behind the steering wheel.
Mercedes-Benz M-Class II (W164), SUV, blue, rear three-quarter view — photo 94644 2048 x 1536 14 2008-2011
SUV A light metallic blue luxury SUV parked on a wide sandy beach, shown from a rear three-quarter perspective. The vehicle features silver roof rails, running boards, integrated bumper reflectors, and a dual exhaust diffuser.
Mercedes-Benz M-Class II (W164) photo 94643 2048 x 1536 11 2008-2011
Mercedes-Benz M-Class II (W164) photo 94642 2048 x 1536 14 2008-2011
Mercedes-Benz M-Class II (W164) photo 94641 2048 x 1536 12 2008-2011
Mercedes-Benz M-Class II (W164) photo 94640 2048 x 1536 15 2008-2011
Mercedes-Benz M-Class II (W164) photo 63413 1600 x 1200 68 ML450 Hybrid (2010)
Mercedes-Benz M-Class II (W164) photo 63412 1600 x 1200 68 ML450 Hybrid (2010)
Mercedes-Benz M-Class II (W164) photo 63411 1600 x 1200 56 ML450 Hybrid (2010)
Mercedes-Benz M-Class II (W164) photo 63410 1600 x 1200 62 ML450 Hybrid (2010)
Mercedes-Benz M-Class II (W164) photo 63409 1600 x 1200 57 ML450 Hybrid (2010)
Mercedes-Benz M-Class II (W164) photo 63408 1600 x 1200 57 ML450 Hybrid (2010)
Mercedes-Benz M-Class II (W164) photo 63407 1600 x 1200 50 ML450 Hybrid (2010)
Mercedes-Benz M-Class II (W164) photo 63406 1600 x 1200 58 ML450 Hybrid (2010)

The second-generation Mercedes-Benz M-Class (chassis code W164) premiered in early 2005. Switching from body-on-frame to a lightweight unibody structure significantly improved torsional rigidity, highway driving dynamics, and crash safety. The design presented a sports-oriented stance with flared wheel arches and forward-leaning C-pillars.

Engine offerings featured 3.0-liter V6 and 4.0-liter V8 turbodiesels alongside 3.5-liter V6 and 5.5-liter V8 gasoline units. The flagship ML 63 AMG packed a high-revving 510-hp 6.2-liter naturally aspirated V8. All engines mated to the 7G-TRONIC seven-speed automatic with column-mounted Direct Select controls. Optional Off-Road Pro package provided a two-speed transfer case and rear locking differential. A 2008 refresh added redesigned bumpers and headlights.