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Sunday, October 02, 2011

Mercedes GL 350 CDI Test Drive Review

Price OTR Mumbai: Rs. 86,70,278/-

The GL Class was mainly made for the American market, no prizes for to guessing that considering the humongous size of this vehicle and American passion for large sized cars. First made in 2006, it was first showcased at the 2006 North American International Auto Show. Though originally the GL was seen as a replacement for the G Wagon, Mercedes Benz decided to keep the G Wagon in its classic avatar and the GL was sold as a larger, 7 seater version to the M Class. We drive the GL 350 CDI and find out if size really matters.

The GL has a aggressive stance with muscular looks. The front grille seats the 3 pointed star and large headlamp assembly houses the projector lamps. On either side of the air dam is the daytime running LED lights, which look classy in chrome surrounds. Side indicators come integrated with the external rear view mirrors while the hood gets vents for air intake. The roof is outlined by roof rails with a sunroof in the middle.


Whats Cool

* Road Presence
* Styling
* Serious Off Roading Capability

Whats Not So Cool

* Too big for city


Mercedes GL-Class Specifications : -

* Engine: 2987 cc, V6, CDI
* Power: 224 HP @ 3800 rpm
* Torque: 510 Nm @ 1600 – 2800 rpm
* Transmission: 7GTronic with 4MATIC
* Top Speed: 210 kmph
* 0-100kmph: 9.5 seconds
* Fuel Consumption: 8 kmpl
* Fuel Type: Diesel
* Suspension: Airmatic with 4 Link Independant Suspension bolted to a subframe (rear)
* Tires: 275/55 R 19
* Brakes: All 4 Discs
* Safety: ABS, EBD, ESP, Airbags etc..














 

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