Mercedes ML350 is a mid-size SUV. Due to its powerful engine, tire selection is crucial. Hence, as a former Bridgestone engineer, I’ve prepared this unique list for you. You can confidently go with any tire on this list. I’ve shared the best options for any operations. Let’s begin.
- Pirelli Scorpion AS Plus 3 – Daily Driving / All-Season – Blue – Ribbon Pick
- Vredestein Quatrac Pro – Daily Driving / All-Season – Best performance for its price
- Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3 SUV – Touring / Winter – Best for Longevity
- Cooper Evolution Winter – Touring / Winter – Best for Winter Traction
- Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S – Daily Driving / Work / All-Terrain – Best for City + Off-road combination (mostly city)
- Bridgestone Dueler AT Revo3 – Work + Adventure / All-Terrain – Best for Weekend Adventure
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What is the Tire Pressure for a Mercedes ML350?
Tire pressure drop beneath the vehicle owner’s radar sometimes. Well, it’s a huge mistake. It’s directly related to tire efficiency. With the right tire pressure, you can get reliable tread life, comfort, and steering response.
In that case, your application is a tire pressure decider. For instance, low tire pressure is recommended for off-road or winter driving due to increase tire grip ability. Yet, you should pay attention to the maximum and minimum tire pressure that your product can work.
Let’s talk about the top-notch tire pressures of the Mercedes ML350.
For daily driving, your tire pressure must be between 32 and 36 PSI. 32 PSI is the best inflation pressure for unloaded applications. If you are using your vehicle with load, based on your weight, you should increase your tire pressure.
For off-roading, there is no right tire pressure. You should test it on your own for optimized inflation pressure. Yet, for sand, mud, and rocky driving, you can go between 18-20 PSI. 26-32 PSI will work for gravels.
Note: You need an all-terrain tire to apply this pressure. Touring all-season tires will get flat if you will use them with low inflation pressure.
What Size Tires are on a Mercedes ML350?
Depending on your vehicle model year, tire size might be changed. You can check the information sticker on your driver’s side door or here’s a list for you!
- Mercedes-Benz ML350 (2003-2005) –> 255/60R17, 275/55R17
- Mercedes-Benz ML350 (2006-2007) –> 235/65R17, 255/55R18
- Mercedes-Benz ML350 Sport (2006-2007) –> 255/50R19, 265/45R20
- Mercedes-Benz ML350 (2008-2009) –> 255/50R19, 265/45R20
- Mercedes-Benz ML350 4MATIC, RWD, BlueTECH (2010-2011) –> 255/50R19, 265/45R20
- Merceds-Benz ML350 Base Model, BlueTECH(2012-2015) –> 255/50R19, 265/45R20
Best Mercedes ML350 Tires for Daily Driving
In this section, I will share my pick for 0 off-road conditions. If you will take these tires off the road, you might lose some tread life. Please note that an XL load range will be required if you load your car frequently.
Pirelli Scorpion AS Plus 3 - All Round Pick
Scorpion AS Plus 3 is Pirelli’s crossover/SUV all-season tire. This tire is built for North American’s in particular. Hence, its rubber is suitable for US conditions.It offers long-lasting rubber and a smooth ride.
In summary, Scorpion AS Plus 3 is a beauty. Due to its advanced rubber, it offers lots of miles driving. Moreover, its full-depth sipes can produce far better grip on wet grounds and light snow. Sequence-tuned shoulder blocks enhance ride quality and reduce road noise.
Pirelli Scorpion AS Plus 3 has 70,000 miles treadwear warranty. Yet, I’m pretty sure you won’t need it. I strongly recommend this tire unless you don’t face off-road so often.
Vredestein Quatrac Pro - Dirt Cheap Pick
Quatrac Pro is Vredestein’s grand touring tire. It’s a cheaper version of Scorpion AS Plus 3. This severe snow-rated tire can provide tons of traction on any surface. Plus, it’s one of the most smooth tire that you can find for this price level.
In summary, Vredestein Quatrac Pro is a beast on wet, dry, and light snow. It can handle all kinds of surfaces easily due to its lateral notches intensity. It’s snow-rated. Yet deep snow traction is not its expertise. Through its high silica-based compound and a low ebb void area, it’s a deaf and plush tire. Well, its tread lasts slightly less than premium brand competitors.
Quatrac Pro is a perfect option for any kind of climate. However, its ice traction is limited. Please note that, if you face off-road from time to time, I recommend you to go with the above option.
Best Mercedes ML350 Tires for Winter
Winter tire selection is crucial for all of us. Especially, those who livin’ in harsh winter conditions and commercial users. In this section, I will share 2 options for you guys.
Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3 SUV - Premium
Hakkapeliitta R3 SUV is a safe option if winter traction is a must for you. It’s a bit pricy. Yet, no matter ice, deep or light snow, this beast provides tons of traction. Its puncture durability is a huge plus.
In summary, Hakkapeliitta R3 SUV is a durable tire due to its aramid sidewall technology. Because of its specific tread design, while it provides traction, it offers a smooth and quiet ride. Soft compound and well-placed sipes ensure that you don’t face sliding or spinning on wet roads. As a winter tire, it can perform in dry conditions and it doesn’t affect its tread life. I can’t see any cons for this tire.
I see it’s a pricy option. Yet, I can confidently say that it will be worth your money.
Cooper Evolution Winter - Budget Friendly
Evolution Winter is Cooper’s budget-friendly tire. It isn’t cheap as low-quality brands. Yet, it’s one of the best picks for this price level. I don’t recommend you to use low-quality brands as a winter tire. It’s your life or your money selection.
In summary, Evolution Winter is a durable tire. It meets with all industry severe snow ratings. Due to its wide tread blocks, it can handle deep snow very well. Moreover, it’s a decent pick for wet surfaces. However, due to its lug pattern design, it’s slightly noisier than premium tires. Worth reminding, it’s a bit bumpy sometimes.
You can use Evolution Winter with or without stud. If you come across the ice, I recommend you go with the studded option.
Best Mercedes ML350 All-Terrain Tires
Even though the Mercedes ML350 didn’t fully design for off-road, due to its powerful engine, it can handle off-road. Yet, sometimes, owners are struggling to fit relatively big all-terrain tires on their vehicles. No worries, I’ve put this condition into consideration.
Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S
Discoverer AT3 4S is Cooper’s all-terrain tire for SUVs and light trucks. It can perform on and off the road equally great. Besides that, its load-carrying capability is a huge advantage.
In summary, Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S is a reliable tire that offers a smooth ride. Due to its firm compound, it offers long-lasting tread life. Besides that, well-placed sipes and circumferential grooves increase wet traction significantly. Durable sidewalls and deep treads procure tons of traction on mud, deep snow, gravel, and dirt. Yet, ice traction isn’t its expertise.
Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S has a wide product range. Therefore, fitting isn’t an issue. I recommend it for commercial usage and mild off-road applications.
Bridgestone Dueler AT Revo3
Dueler AT Revo3 is Bridgestone’s all-terrain tire that is specified for SUVs, Jeeps, and crossovers. Due to its well-measured design, it fits almost every vehicle with ease.
In summary, Dueler AT Revo3 has reliable off-road performance unless you’ve put it on deep mud. It doesn’t offer a smooth ride as Discoverer AT3 4S. Yet, its road noise level is unique due to its aggressive tread design. It can perform on wet ground very well. But it doesn’t have 3PMFS marking. So, its winter performance is limited.
If you spend most of your time on sunny days, Dueler AT Revo 3 is a perfect option for you. Besides, its rubber handle loaded applications properly.
Specs
| Pirelli Scorpion AS Plus 3 | Vredestein Quatrac Pro | Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3 SUV | Cooper Evolution Winter | Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S | Bridgestone Dueler AT Revo 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Crossover/SUV Touring All-Season | Grand Touring All-Season | Crossover/SUV Winter Tire | Studdable Winter/Snow Tire | All-Terrain Tire | All-Terrain Tire |
| Vehicle | SUV, Crossover | SUV, Crossover, sedans, coupes | SUV, Crossover | SUV, Crossover, sedans, coupes | Light Truck, SUV | Light Truck, SUV |
| Available Sizes (Rim) | 17”, 18”, 19”, 20”, 22” | 17”, 18”, 19”, 20”, 21”, 22” | 16’’, 17’’, 18’’, 19”, 20’’, 21” | 14”, 15’’, 16’’, 17’’, 18’’, 19’’, 20” | 15’’, 16’’, 17’’, 18’’, 20”, 22” | 16”, 17”, 18”, 20” |
| Made In | USA | Netherlands | Finland | USA | USA | USA |
| Severe Snow Rated (3PMSF) | No | Yes (3PMSF) | Yes (3PMSF) | Yes (3PMSF) | Yes (3PMSF) | No |
| Warranty (P-metric) | 70,000 Miles | 50,000 Miles | N/A | N/A | 65,000 Miles | 60,000 Miles |
| Warranty (LT Sizes) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 65,000 Miles | 50,000 Miles |
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Conclusion
Picking tires can become a nightmare for mid-size SUVs. In that case, defining your operation will keep you on the safe side. You can use the below table to decide the best tire for yourself.
| Tread Life | Puncture Durability | On-Road | Off-Road | Wet Traction | Road Noise | Comfort | Winter Traction | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pirelli Scorpion AS Plus 3 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 5 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 |
| Vredestein Quatrac Pro | 8 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 |
| Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3 SUV | 9 | 9 | 9 | 5 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 10 |
| Cooper Evolution Winter | 8 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 |
| Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S | 9 | 10 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 8 |
| Bridgestone Dueler AT3 Revo | 8 | 9 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 |
As a former Bridgestone engineer, from my standpoint, even though the Mercedes ML350 is a mid-size SUV, due to its huge cargo space, it can be used in shipment operations. Therefore, tires with a higher load index work better from time to time. Well, Dueler A/T Revo 3 is your tire in that case.
On the other hand, for daily driving, you need comfort. So, Pirelli Scorpion A/S Plus 3 is in your service with extra durability.
If you living in severe winter conditions, Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3 SUV is your savior.
Lastly, you might be an adventurer and love off-road driving. Well, Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S can handle any kind of off-road. Moreover, it’s way much more smooth for an all-terrain tire.
If you have any further questions, please leave them below. Have a safe ride!
