Acura MDX or Mercedes ML??
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Acura MDX or Mercedes ML??
Can anybody give me any advice on deciding between an 06 Acura MDX and an 06 Mercedes ML? I currently own a CRV and am looking to upgrade but I don't know much about long term ownership issues with either of these vehicles. I'm having a hard time getting real info about maintenance and dependability from the dealers or some of my "enthusiast" friends. Thanks and help!!!
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I'd say stick with the MDX if you are looking to upgrade to something without many problems. The ML is going to give you a ton of trouble, and finding one with all the right combinations is going to be harder.
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the newer ML's are okay... the earlier models looked like vans to me.
but if we're talking about current models... between the two, I think you're better off with the MDX. (unless we're talking about the ML63, then that's a different story)
but if we're talking about current models... between the two, I think you're better off with the MDX. (unless we're talking about the ML63, then that's a different story)
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this is one of the most unbiased car forums I've ever been in... well, it IS in the "Off Topic" section... Most people here have gone on to other cars, especially BMW's and Infinitis
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As far as reliability goes, the Acura is sure to be much more reliable than the MB ML. I'm not being bias, historically MB's are known to be somewhat unreliable.
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i agree with what he said ^
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Can anybody give me any advice on deciding between an 06 Acura MDX and an 06 Mercedes ML? I currently own a CRV and am looking to upgrade but I don't know much about long term ownership issues with either of these vehicles. I'm having a hard time getting real info about maintenance and dependability from the dealers or some of my "enthusiast" friends. Thanks and help!!!
Start with unbiased sources. Consumer Reports and car magazine long term reviews for instance I think you will find MDX wins nearly 100% of the time.
I have a 2002 MDX purchased new. It only has ~50,000 miles but we have had zero problems. I highly recommend the MDX 2005 or after.
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OP: I think you put this in the right place, as is300eater said, we're pretty unbiased. WE all appreciate good cars regardless of place of origin (Yugu excluded, as it was a piece of from day one).
MDX > ML The newest ML is nice if you have the $$$
MDX > ML The newest ML is nice if you have the $$$
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Prior to getting our 09 MDX, we were also debating between the purchase of an 04-06 MDX or a cert used 2G ML350. Honestly, the wife and I have loved the new ML since driving one at an M-Class rally a few years ago.
While the 1G ML was riddled with problems, I've not heard that much of any issues in the 2G ML. Does anyone here have any actual experience with the newer ML??
While the 1G ML was riddled with problems, I've not heard that much of any issues in the 2G ML. Does anyone here have any actual experience with the newer ML??
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[QUOTE=F23A4;11698470]Prior to getting our 09 MDX, we were also debating between the purchase of an 04-06 MDX or a cert used 2G ML350. Honestly, the wife and I have loved the new ML since driving one at an M-Class rally a few years ago.
While the 1G ML was riddled with problems, I've not heard that much of any issues in the 2G ML. Does anyone here have any actual experience with the newer ML??[/QUOTE]
Good point, no first hand experience here.
While the 1G ML was riddled with problems, I've not heard that much of any issues in the 2G ML. Does anyone here have any actual experience with the newer ML??[/QUOTE]
Good point, no first hand experience here.
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An 06 MDX's Navi will be better than that of the ML. The ML is a more solid construction and has a 7 speed auto. I would guess the ML would do better when AWD is needed. It also has descent control which the MDX doesn't have. No tiny 3rd row in the ML of course. Adding Bluetooth to an 06 ML will be expensive if you go factory. In 07 I believe an option was to have the bluetooth ready puck interface.
Tougher to find an ML with the options you want. I would take an 06 ML500 over an 06 MDX any day but if I had to get a V6 I'd go with the Acura but the V6 ML will have more power across the revs than the MDX will.
I work for an MB dealer, btw.
Tougher to find an ML with the options you want. I would take an 06 ML500 over an 06 MDX any day but if I had to get a V6 I'd go with the Acura but the V6 ML will have more power across the revs than the MDX will.
I work for an MB dealer, btw.
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An 06 MDX's Navi will be better than that of the ML. The ML is a more solid construction and has a 7 speed auto. I would guess the ML would do better when AWD is needed. It also has descent control which the MDX doesn't have. No tiny 3rd row in the ML of course. Adding Bluetooth to an 06 ML will be expensive if you go factory. In 07 I believe an option was to have the bluetooth ready puck interface.
Tougher to find an ML with the options you want. I would take an 06 ML500 over an 06 MDX any day but if I had to get a V6 I'd go with the Acura but the V6 ML will have more power across the revs than the MDX will.
I work for an MB dealer, btw.
Tougher to find an ML with the options you want. I would take an 06 ML500 over an 06 MDX any day but if I had to get a V6 I'd go with the Acura but the V6 ML will have more power across the revs than the MDX will.
I work for an MB dealer, btw.
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In SF I never see rust even on 30 year old cars so I'm the wrong person to ask about that. Chrome and salt don't mix so I don't doubt there is some rust. If you chrome the factory wheels no warranty will cover rust on them.
The diesel is nice, I love the torque, but few people out here seem interested in it.
With chrome it's best to apply wax to it once it's clean.
The diesel is nice, I love the torque, but few people out here seem interested in it.
With chrome it's best to apply wax to it once it's clean.
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