Mercedes-Benz GL GL (X166)

Mercedes-Benz - GL (X166)

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelGL
GenerationGL (X166)
ModificationGL 500 (435 Hp) 4MATIC G-TRONIC
Start Of Production2013
End Of Production2015

Performance

The GL model boasts impressive acceleration, going from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.4 seconds, with a top speed of 250 km/h (155.34 mph).

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh5.4 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph5.4 sec
Max Speed250 km/h 155.34 mph

Body & Dimensions

The car is a 7-seater SUV with a length of 5120 mm (201.57 in.), width of 1934 mm (76.14 in.), and height of 1850 mm (72.83 in.). It has a wheelbase of 3075 mm (121.06 in.), and a minimum turning circle of 12.4 m (40.68 ft.).

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSUV
Seats7
Doors5
Length5120 mm 201.57 in.
Width1934 mm 76.14 in.
Width Including Mirrors2141 mm 84.29 in.
Height1850 mm 72.83 in.
Wheelbase3075 mm 121.06 in.
Front Track1655 mm 65.16 in.
Rear Track1675 mm 65.94 in.
Front Overhang885 mm 34.84 in.
Rear Overhang1160 mm 45.67 in.
Min Turning Circle12.4 m 40.68 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The car has a Euro 6 emission standard and offers fuel efficiency ranging from 14.5-14.8 l/100 km in the city and 9.3-9.6 l/100 km on the highway. Its combined fuel consumption is around 11.3-11.5 l/100 km. The estimated CO2 emissions are between 262-269 g/km.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Emission StandardEuro 6
Fuel Consumption Urban14.5-14.8 l/100 km 16.22 - 15.89 US mpg 19.48 - 19.09 UK mpg 6.9 - 6.76 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban9.3-9.6 l/100 km 25.29 - 24.5 US mpg 30.37 - 29.43 UK mpg 10.75 - 10.42 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined11.3-11.5 l/100 km 20.82 - 20.45 US mpg 25 - 24.56 UK mpg 8.85 - 8.7 km/l
Co2 Emissions262-269 g/km

Engine & Transmission

The Mercedes-Benz GL 63 AMG is a high-performance SUV with a powerful 4.0L V8 engine, producing 435 horsepower and 700 Nm of torque. It features an all-wheel-drive system and a 7-speed automatic transmission. The car is equipped with advanced safety features and luxurious interior amenities.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power435 Hp @ 5250 rpm.
Power Per Litre93.3 Hp/l
Torque700 Nm @ 1800-3500 rpm. 516.29 lb.-ft. @ 1800-3500 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 278.928
Engine Displacement4663 cm3 284.55 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders8
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore92.9 mm 3.66 in.
Piston Stroke86 mm 3.39 in.
Compression Ratio10.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemDirect injection
Engine AspirationBiTurbo, Intercooler
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine Oil Capacity8.5 l 8.98 US qt | 7.48 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 / MB 229.5
Coolant12.9 l 13.63 US qt | 11.35 UK qt
Drive WheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox7 gears, automatic transmission G-TRONIC PLUS
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link suspension
Maximum Engine Speed6300 rpm.

Brakes

The GL model features ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes, assisted by an Anti-lock braking system. The car also comes with electric power steering and 19-inch wheels with 275/55 R19 tires.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesVentilated discs
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Tires Size275/55 R19
Wheel Rims Size19

Weight & Capacity

The car in question is a GL model with a weight-to-power ratio of 5.4 kg/Hp (183.5 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 3.4 kg/Nm (295.4 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 2370 kg (5224.96 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 3250 kg (7165.02 lbs.), with a maximum load capacity of 880 kg (1940.07 lbs.). The trunk boot space ranges from 680 l (24.01 cu. ft.) to 2300 l (81.22 cu. ft.), and it has a fuel tank capacity of 100 l (26.42 US gal | 22 UK gal). The car can tow up to 3500 kg (7716.18 lbs.) with brakes and 750 kg (1653.47 lbs.) without brakes.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio5.4 kg/Hp, 183.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio3.4 kg/Nm, 295.4 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight2370 kg 5224.96 lbs.
Max Weight3250 kg 7165.02 lbs.
Max Load880 kg 1940.07 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum680 l 24.01 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum2300 l 81.22 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity100 l 26.42 US gal | 22 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent3500 kg 7716.18 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes750 kg 1653.47 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - GL (X166)

The car has 7 seats.

The body type of the car is SUV.

The length of the car is 5120 mm (201.57 in.).

5.4 seconds

250 km/h (155.34 mph)

5.4 seconds

The fuel consumption in the city ranges from 14.5-14.8 l/100 km.

The combined fuel consumption is around 11.3-11.5 l/100 km.

The GL meets the Euro 6 emission standard.

The engine displacement is 4663 cm3 (284.55 cu. in.).

The transmission type is 7-speed automatic transmission G-TRONIC PLUS.

The fuel injection system is Direct injection.

The GL model features ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes.

The GL model comes with electric power steering.

The GL model comes with 19-inch wheels and 275/55 R19 tires.

The Mercedes-Benz GL comes with a 3.0-liter V6 engine that produces 362 horsepower.

The Mercedes-Benz GL has an estimated fuel economy of 20 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway.

The Mercedes-Benz GL comes equipped with advanced safety features such as lane departure warning, blind spot assist, and forward collision warning.

The weight-to-power ratio of the car is 5.4 kg/Hp (183.5 Hp/tonne).

The car can tow up to 3500 kg (7716.18 lbs.) with brakes.

The fuel tank capacity of the car is 100 l (26.42 US gal | 22 UK gal).