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Petrol engine
The GL is also available with a muscular V8 petrol engine that combines exceptional pulling power with low emissions levels.
V8 petrol engine. The GL500 offers a perfect
blend of muscle and refinement. With an output
GL500
of 388hp (285kW), plus 530Nm of torque
from 2,800 to 4,800rpm, its V8 petrol engine
delivers effortless performance, sprinting from
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500
450
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350
285kW
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530
Nm
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100
0
to 62mph in 6.5 seconds and accelerating
on to a top speed of 149mph. It’s efficient too,
thanks to its lightweight aluminium/forged-
steel construction, magnesium components
and special shifting camshafts that optimise
the engine’s charge cycle, helping it to run
more smoothly and deliver higher mid-range
torque. The GL500 also meets the stricter EU5
emissions standard.
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Torque (Nm)
Engine speed (rpm)
Power (kW)
The GL500’s V8 is among the most powerful engines in its class
and yet compares favourably on fuel consumption too
The GL 500 sustains its maximum 530 Nm of torque all the way
from 2,800 to 4,800 rpm
| Categories | Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes Benz GL350 CDI, Mercedes Benz GL450CDI, Mercedes-Benz GL500, Mercedes-Benz X164 |
| Model Year | 2011 |
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