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Mercedes-Benz GL 500 2011

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz GL 500
Year2011
CategorySUVs
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5461 ccm (333.23 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving13.5 litres/100 km (17.49 miles per gallon)
Seats7
Drive4WD
TransmissionAutomatic, 7-speed
Airbags6. Front air bags. Side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5461 ccm (333.23 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power388.00 PS (285 kW or 383 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque530.00 Nm (54.0 kgf-m or 390.9 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.7:1
Bore x stroke98.0 x 90.5 mm (3.9 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 7-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed240.0 km/h (149.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1587 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Leg room front1030 mm (40.6 inches)
Passenger space2492 litres (658 gallons)
Cargo space620 litres (164 gallons)
Optional cargo space2300 litres (608 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle13 m (511.8 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight2445 kg (5,390.3 pounds)
Max weight with load3150 kg (6,944.6 pounds)
Towing weight3500 kg (7,716.2 pounds)
Overall length5110 mm (201.2 inches)
Overall width1930 mm (76.0 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)
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