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Mercedes-Benz GL 420 CDi 2008

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz GL 420 CDi
Year2008
CategorySUVs
Rating60.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3996 ccm (243.84 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving11.6 litres/100 km (20.28 miles per gallon)
Seats5
Drive4WD
TransmissionAutomatic, 7-speed
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3996 ccm (243.84 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power306.7 PS (226 kW or 302 HP) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Max torque700.00 Nm (71.4 kgf-m or 516.3 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Compression17.0:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 86.0 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 7-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed230.0 km/h (142.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1204 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space5780 litres (1,527 gallons)
Cargo space300 litres (79 gallons)
Optional cargo space2300 litres (608 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (511.8 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight2550 kg (5,621.8 pounds)
Max weight with load3250 kg (7,165.0 pounds)
Towing weight3500 kg (7,716.2 pounds)
Overall length5090 mm (200.4 inches)
Overall width1930 mm (76.0 inches)
Overall height1850 mm (72.8 inches)
Wheelbase3080 mm (121.3 inches)
Fuel capacity100.0 litres (26.42 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR81545
CO2 emissions237.0 g/km
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