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Mercedes-Benz M 500 2008

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz M 500
Year2008
CategorySUVs
Rating61.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4965 ccm (302.96 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel city driving16.8 litres/100 km (14.00 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving13.4 litres/100 km (17.55 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving12.4 litres/100 km (19.00 miles per gallon)
Seats5
Drive4WD
TransmissionAutomatic, 7-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4965 ccm (302.96 cubic inches)
Max torque460.00 Nm (46.9 kgf-m or 339.3 ft.lbs) at 4750 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke97.0 x 84.0 mm (3.8 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder3
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 7-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed240.0 km/h (149.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.9 seconds

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Leg room front1080 mm (42.5 inches)
Passenger space3030 litres (801 gallons)
Cargo space551 litres (146 gallons)
Optional cargo space2050 litres (542 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight2100 kg (4,629.7 pounds)
Max weight with load2870 kg (6,327.3 pounds)
Towing weight3365 kg (7,418.6 pounds)
Overall length4790 mm (188.6 inches)
Overall width1920 mm (75.6 inches)
Overall height1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Ground clearance220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheelbase2920 mm (115.0 inches)
Fuel capacity95.0 litres (25.10 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions237.0 g/km
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