Mercedes-Benz ML 320 CDI

Crossover, Mid-Size, Premium

 

Mercedes-Benz ML 320 CDI

In 2009’s most closely contested segment, the Mercedes Benz ML320 CDI bested the second place Volvo XC90 and third place Lincoln MKX by winning 9 of the 20 scenarios measured.  The Volvo was close on its heels with the lowest lifecycle cost in 7 scenarios, while the Lincoln’s respectable showing made it the right choice for high mileage drivers in this segment.
MSRP: $47,250
Invoice: $43,942
Destination: $875
Fleet Incentive: $3,000
Vincentric Fleet Price: $41,817
Cost Item Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Total Per Mile
Depreciation: $3,317 $5,800 $5,800 $14,917 $0.249
Fees & Taxes: 2,420 136 137 2,693 0.045
Finance: 2,485 2,004 1,487 5,976 0.100
Fuel: 2,477 2,565 2,656 7,698 0.128
Insurance: 1,280 1,264 1,247 3,791 0.063
Maintenance: 337 704 2,640 3,681 0.061
Opportunity Cost: 390 568 775 1,733 0.029
Repairs: 0 0 341 341 0.006
$12,706 $13,041 $15,083 $40,830 $0.681
The data displayed here is based on 36 months of ownership and annual mileage of 20,000.  The award is based the vehicle's performance over multiple annual mileages (10k, 15k, 20k, 25k, and 30k)  and multiple lengths of ownership (24, 36, 48 and 60 months).  The analysis was performed in February, 2009.

 

 

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