German importer Mercedes-Benz has broadened its 2010 value-enhancement program to include the superb M-Class SUV. ‘Benz calls it ‘Product Enrichment’.
ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY, ML 350 or ML 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY models can now be ordered with a factory-fit Exterior Sports Package for only an extra $2,900. The kit comprises 20-inch five-twin-spoke alloy wheels, blue-tinted glass, chrome exterior trim highlights, stainless-steel front and rear under-guards, sterling silver colour radiator grille and aluminium look roof rails.
Order those cars with the optional Luxury package and all of the above is thrown-in for free.
Due to its overwhelming popularity, the AMG Sports package is now a regular option and can be ordered for ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY, ML350 and ML 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY models. The AMG kit was previously valued at more than $10,000 but is now priced at $6,900 and includes AMG 21-inch alloy wheels, AIRMATIC semi-active air suspension with Active Damping, exterior Sports package, AMG body styling (front and rear aprons plus side skirts), AMG high gloss black radiator grille with chrome headlights, dark-tinted privacy glass and side steps in brushed aluminium with rubber studs.
While some changes to the Mercedes-Benz passenger lineup were driven by the 2010 reduction in Federal Government imported car tariffs, the company says it is responding to customer requirements with this value-enhancement for the M-Class.
“Even though the M-Class is import duty-exempt, we have still included it in our ongoing value strategy for our customers,” explained Horst Von Sanden, Mercedes-Benz Cars Australia’s Managing Director. “Our customers have told us what they want and this is what we have delivered.”
