The Mercedes-Benz ML350 was a variant of the W163 M-Class that as introduced for the 2002 model year. The ML 350 replaced the W163 ML320, and was powered by Mercedes' M112.970 engine, which was a 3.7L V6 with an output of 235hp and 255 lb ft of torque. Drive from this engine was sent to all four wheels via a 5 speed automatic transmission. Production of the W163 Mercedes-Benz ML350 ended in 2005, but the model series would continue life in the next generation M-Class as the W164 Mercedes-Benz ML350 4MATIC.