INFINITI QX56 vs Mercedes-Benz ML500
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2007 Mercedes-Benz ML500
Overview
| Spec | INFINITI QX56QX56 | Mercedes-Benz ML500ML500 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | QX56 | ML500 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2013 | 2007 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | INFINITI QX56QX56 | Mercedes-Benz ML500ML500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $61,350 | $49,200 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | INFINITI QX56QX56 | Mercedes-Benz ML500ML500 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| City MPG | 14 MPG (best) | 13 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 26 gal (best) | 25.1 gal |
Performance
| Spec | INFINITI QX56QX56 | Mercedes-Benz ML500ML500 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 400 hp (best) | 302 hp |
| Torque | 413 lb-ft (best) | 339 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 5.6 L (best) | 5 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | INFINITI QX56QX56 | Mercedes-Benz ML500ML500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 95.1 cu ft (best) | 72.4 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 8,500 lbs (best) | 5,000 lbs |
| Payload | 1,705 lbs (best) | 1,620 lbs |
| Curb weight | 5,595 lbs | 4,795 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 9.2 in (best) | 8.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in (best) | 114.7 in |
| Length | 208.3 in (best) | 188.5 in |
| Width | 79.9 in (best) | 75.2 in |
| Height | 75.8 in (best) | 71.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | INFINITI QX56QX56 | Mercedes-Benz ML500ML500 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | 2 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | INFINITI QX56 | Mercedes-Benz ML500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | QX56 $61,350 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ML500 $49,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | QX56 $64,450 MSRP | — |
INFINITI QX56 vs Mercedes-Benz ML500 FAQ
- Which is better: 2013 INFINITI QX56 or 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML500?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2013 INFINITI QX56 vs 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML500 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2013 INFINITI QX56 or 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML500?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML500 starts lower at $49,200.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2013 INFINITI QX56 or 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML500?
- The 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML500 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (49,200).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2013 INFINITI QX56 or 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML500?
- The 2013 INFINITI QX56 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (16).
- Which has better horsepower: 2013 INFINITI QX56 or 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML500?
- The 2013 INFINITI QX56 leads on horsepower in this comparison (400).
- Which has better seats: 2013 INFINITI QX56 or 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML500?
- The 2013 INFINITI QX56 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2013 INFINITI QX56 or 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML500?
- The 2013 INFINITI QX56 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (8,500).