The 2010 Mercedes-Benz M-Class has a rather large range of pricing - almost $50,000 of range in fact. Beginning at $45,700 and capping out at $91,050, you can imagine that there are loads of options to select from. The M-Class presents a freshly styled interior and exterior that it has carried over from last year. In addition, a newly designed ML320 BlueTEC CDI turbo diesel V6 engine is available. Delivering a whopping 398 lb-ft of torque, it meets even the toughest emission requirements in every state - and still delivers an EPA estimated 24 MPG on the open roads.

Other gas-powered engine choices for the 2010 M-Class Mercedes include the ML350 V6, the 5.5L 382hp 391 lb-ft ML550 V8 and the ultra-powerful ML63 6.2L 503hp V8 that launches you from 0 to 60 in less than 5 seconds and has a top speed of over 155 miles per hour. Watch out! Notably, there is a $34,000 price difference between the ML550 and the ML63.

Competing with the Audi Q7, BMW X5, Infiniti QX56 and the Lexus RX 450h, the 2010 M-Class from Mercedes is a considerably large unit. However, it is still able to be maneuvered and parked easily. It very comfortably accommodates five full grown passengers as well as hauling copious amounts of cargo. And even though it can tow more than 7000 pounds with relative ease, it doesn't feel like a truck. It's comfortable. It surrounds you in luxury and instills confidence simultaneously - even in very rugged terrain scenarios. Also, don't forget that this is a Mercedes-Benz. Elegance, safety, class and quality are all to be expected.

Currently in its second generation since its inception in 1998, the Mercedes Benz M-Class has established the standards for luxury SUVs in a large way. For those who require seating for more than five, check out the GL-Class. Unibody manufacturing standards make these full-sized crossover SUVs drive like cars. 4-link totally independent rear suspension and a 2X-wishbone frontal system create a ride quality of optimal smoothness. In addition, a 2-ranged transfer case is featured on the majority of models and implements a highly sophisticated fulltime AWD system.

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz M-Class is not for the financially faint. It's going to cost you some money. However, this is definitely one of those times when you will get what you pay for. Few vehicles on the planet can match the awesome list of safety, luxury and performance attributes presented.