GLE Lexus RS400h vs Mercedes ML320 CDI (Mercedes Enthusiast)

[cawimmer430]

This was from long ago when the ML320 CDI was compared to the Hybrid Lexus. Here's the Mercedes Enthusiast version. Obviously a little pro-Mercedes but still entertaining to read.


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[Bighead]

Nice article!

Can't wait till MB brings in the V8 diesel for the North American market.

 

[cawimmer430]

Nice article!

Can't wait till MB brings in the V8 diesel for the North American market.

Anytime.

Are there rumors of the ML420 CDI coming over to the US?

 

[Merc1]

Anytime.

Are there rumors of the ML420 CDI coming over to the US?

I think they'll see how the GL420 Bluetec sells first, just my theory.

M

 

[cawimmer430]

I think they'll see how the GL420 Bluetec sells first, just my theory.

M

Good theory.

 

[Bighead]

I think they'll see how the GL420 Bluetec sells first, just my theory.

M

Or perhaps MB wants to show how smooth and frugal a diesel engine can be when compared to the hybrid technology. A V8 diesel may defeat that image...

 

[Mr.Link]

Bighead, I recently drove the 420 and 320 CDI and honestly before you consider the extra $'s on the V8 CDI engine do try the 320 CDI I found it equally amazing.

 

[tennmb]

I can't imagine spending the xtra dough on a 420. The 320 is soooo nice. 390 pound feet.

 

[cawimmer430]

I can't imagine spending the xtra dough on a 420. The 320 is soooo nice. 390 pound feet.

The ML420 CDI IMO is complete overkill. Useless, essentially. Unless you want to show off...