Mercedes-Benz premiered its ML 450 Hybrid at the 2009 New York International Auto Show. This ML450 is the first full hybrid vehicle made by a European automaker.

“The performance figures for the ML 450 HYBRID (335 hp, 381 lb-ft) are at the level of a classic eight-cylinder SUV with permanent all-wheel drive. “Yet, its fuel consumption and its emissions are up to 60 percent lower,” continues Ernst Lieb. Conceived specifically for the North American market, the ML 450 HYBRID achieves highway gas mileage of 24 mpg (21 mpg city), making it the most efficient vehicle in its segment.” Source: Daimler

The ML450 has Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV) classification and uses a Two Mode hybrid system. The Mercedes-Benz ML 450 Hybrid will go on sale in the states this fall.

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