"Mercedes-Benz GL 500": overview, technical specifications

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“the Mercedes GL 500” – it is a car of the Stuttgart production, which was developed specifically for USA buyers. That is for the American market. Presentation of the car took place in 2006 in North America. Actually, it was planned that this car will be replacing the “G”, but the edition of the famous G-class, it was decided to continue. A novelty of the mid-2000s built on the extended platform “Mercedes ML", and turned out a very special car.

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In Brief about the model

So, the body of the big SUV received index Х164. Model GL 500 was another famous “five”. This machine is special and unique. If you compare it to its predecessors, which is what the car ML, it is longer than it by as much as 308 mm, above 2.5 cm and the wheelbase is larger by 160 mm. the First model has undergone a facelift in 2012.

What about the exterior? The front bumper is different built-in navigation lights. “fog” the developers decided to move the lamp housing, which is quite a practical solution. The most powerful version (the model GL 500) is characterized by three horizontal strips on the radiator grille. Other, slightly weaker version, we have two transverse. The lower part of the car has decoration in the form of plates of metal. The same is on the threshold of the Luggage compartment. It is important to know that even the base version was equipped with bi-xenon “signals”. The most accessible version of the SUV in the back Х164 stands on 18-inch "casting", but there is also a version on 19, 20 and 21 inches, respectively.

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Interior

Now – a few words about the interior of this car as the Mercedes GL 500. Such interior you can see not every SUV. Perforated leather on the seats, front panel, covered it, heated and even ventilated seat… Only these small details already make it clear that designers and developers of the Stuttgart concern for his work came, as always, with all responsibility and seriousness.

On the transmission tunnel features a traditional gearshift lever – he is on the steering column, which is very American. Ducts located in the front panel features a round shape that gives the species models ML. In General, everything inside looks very rich. Mercedes GL 500 looks inside and out as it should – rich, luxurious and stylish.

Systems and equipment

It is Not surprising that in such a car as the GL 500 4 MATIC, at the highest level-developed security. Responsible for it a system like Pre-Safe. Her, with her radar keeps control of the road and on what is happening. If the car understands that now, probably will be a collision, the system automatically tightens seatbelts and rebuilds the front seats to the safest position. Also close the window. Interestingly, this system is first tested on the S-class sedan.

There is another, separate function. Due to it is minimized the risk of passengers hit by the car behind. This system is called Nec-Pro. Due to the rear impact head restraints are automatically reconstructed in a safer position.

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Functionality

So, continuing the theme started above, it should be noted that the seven-seater cabin is also fitted with curtain airbags – and for each of the three rows of seats. There is also a 4-zone climate control. With this system you can adjust the humidity and temperature in any part of the model. On the center console (directly under the climate control unit) is the unit by which you manage the air suspension.

If a person is sitting on the second row, he could see that the backs of the front seats trimmed in plastic. And all done as carefully as possible – the eye is pleased. Although many plastic, albeit high quality, not satisfied.

By the way, the roof over the heads of passengers and driver GL 500 4MATIC panoramic. The second and third row seats can be folded with the help of servo. Thanks to him you can open and the Luggage cover. In that situation, if the third row folded, then the Luggage capacity is as much as 2300 liters. And it's impressive!

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Specifications

Here it is necessary to tell as detailed as possible. Mercedes-Benz GL 500 has a rather powerful performance. First, this model is equipped with 7-speed “automatic” and air suspension Airmatic, which is the standard mode raises the body of this powerful SUV on 217 mm. But if the driver will move along the road at speeds exceeding 140 kilometers per hour, the machine at 1.5 cm as if “sit down”. However, this is not a minus. On the contrary, such a change promotes better vehicle handling and stability car on the road. And all because of the lowered center of gravity.

The maximum clearance – 307 mm. This rate is in the upper position. In this case, the SUV will hopefully be broad, the depth of which will be, say, 60 inches. But! The movement from the raised to the maximum suspension possible only at maximum 20 kilometers. And as soon as the speed barrier driverovercome, the car itself will fall automatically. Besides, suspension can regulate not only stiffness, but also the height.

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Drive

So this "Mercedes" very good performance. GL 500 is first and foremost, all-wheel drive system 4MATIC. Thanks to her 45 percent of the torque distributed to the front axle. And the remaining 55% on the rear. However, all this is not “blame” the SUV in rear-wheel drive character. The whole point is that the system that distributes hunger, from “throws” the torque at the wheels as soon as there is wheel spin or traction lost with the painting. In General, quite functional.

Details you need to know

So, now on to the more important nuances. Under the hood of the GL 500 is V-shaped 8-cylinder petrol engine that can produce power 388 horsepower. Torque is the measure of 530 N∙m To hundreds of this SUV accelerates in 6.5 seconds. And a top speed of 240 kilometers per hour-an excellent result for such overall car.

Average fuel consumption happy – only 13.3 liters per hundred kilometers. The fuel tank capacity equal to one hundred liters.

The car's Curb weight is 2445 pounds – decent, modest weight for off-road German car.

Interestingly, the machine according to its technical and high-speed characteristics far superior to its competitors. Among them, the Infiniti QX56, Lexus LX570 and Nissan Patrol – in General, it is also a good, well-assembled model. But compared to them, "Mercedes" is clearly winning. It differs a confident ride, excellent maneuverability, controllability, strong monocoque body and independent of the chassis.

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Cost

And finally, another point that should know about the GL 500. Price – that is what it is. It is rather big, which is understandable. Don't expect a powerful SUV with these characteristics will cost a few hundred thousand. No, the cost of the car "Mercedes GL 500", released in 2013, will be approximately four and a half million rubles. And it – the car is in excellent condition both in terms of interior and exterior, both in terms of facilities and equipment. Plus, low miles – in a few tens of thousands. And, of course, with maximum options.

And if you want to become the owner of a novelty of 2015, which have not had a single host, you have to give about 6.5-7 million rubles. But we must admit: this luxury Stuttgart SUV worth its price.


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