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Mercedes-Benz GL 550 4Matic

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz GL 550 4Matic
Year2009
CategorySUVs
Rating61 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5461 ccm (333.23 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel city driving18.1 litres/100 km (13.00 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving16.8 litres/100 km (14.00 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving13.8 litres/100 km (17.00 miles per gallon)
Seats7
Drive4WD
TransmissionAutomatic, 7-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Displacement5461 ccm (333.23 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power387.00 PS (285 kW or 382 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque530.20 Nm (54.1 kgf-m or 391.1 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Fuel systemInjection. Sequentially electronic fuel injection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 7-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1367 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Leg room front1030 mm (40.6 inches)
Passenger space4049 litres (1,070 gallons)
Cargo space453 litres (120 gallons)
Optional cargo space1995 litres (527 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0

Steering, brakes and tires

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

Dimensions and weight

Weight2830 kg (6,239.1 pounds)
Towing weight3402 kg (7,500.1 pounds)
Overall length5100 mm (200.8 inches)
Overall width1910 mm (75.2 inches)
Overall height1850 mm (72.8 inches)
Ground clearance210 mm (8.3 inches)
Wheelbase3080 mm (121.3 inches)
Fuel capacity100.0 litres (26.42 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new USD81340
CO2 emissions285.0 g/km
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