You need a luxury SUV, spacious and powerful, Mercedes GL 350 all meet.
Mercedes-Benz has decided to launch large SUVs, luxury and exhibits introduced in North America in 2006 with X164 symbols. Since then, the advent GL cars for the purpose of competition is the first of the Audi Q7 rivals at the time.
Looks great
Even as is "pregnancy", parent company Mercedes-Benz intends to bring this car to the U.S. market. Therefore, this 7 seater SUV models possess a bulky frame, large size to fit the needs and preferences of Americans. Of course, this car is also sold in Europe, but with a negligible amount.
The entire chassis of the car is based on the G-Class the man he was also named king of the terrain. At the GL-Class models are created with the intention of replacing G-Class models by aging but still too many fans to Mercedes-Benz GL-Class decided to separate into a large SUV, class to separate.
All models in the GL-Class cars are identical in appearance and bearing measurements as well as the overall length, width and height respectively: 5.095mm x 1.941mm x 1.840mm, wheelbase 3075 mm. Many people believe that the GL-Class and ML-Class (midsize SUVs) share the design appearance. Because if only a glimpse, both cars have similar features but GL-Class is very much greater. The lines are to the health but still bold and modern combination of sporty alloy wheels 20 inches.
Roomy interior space
Upon entering the space inside the car, feeling for the first time the user is spacious with great panoramic views. Car interior is leather with walnut wood to create a luxurious space. Seats are adjustable function 8 directions with the most comfortable position and can not be gho leg room for those sitting on a bunch of cars. Especially the third row has more advantages compared with rivals such as the BMW X5 or Q7 by more open space so that your feet are still a large space behind the map.
If the third row folded down via the power button behind space will increase significantly, the vehicle can accommodate up to two 12,000 BTU air conditioning capacity. If the second row seats folded down notes with volume 2200 liters you can hold an entire kart racing car plus some other accessories. Admittedly Mercedes GL 350 SUV models have a large space.
Table dashboard is pretty good value for this large SUV. The simple but more subtly, towards the very simple but still look plump. At the price for a basic GL 350, you will be provided with a 6 disc CD reader function to read MP3-tailed, two sunroofs for her first seat Tuesday, COMAND control system integration Bluetooth technology is also an SD card slot located on the dashboard.
The car we used was upgraded accessory package Premium Package 2, more expensive than the regular version 5.590 usd should be more support reversing camera, iPod connectivity, 6 disc DVD-CD player with Harman Kardon audio system 5.1 with a total capacity of 610 Wat and other amenities.
Bottom row is the key driver assistance systems such as ESP off, the system supports up and down slopes. Mercedes All are guided through images.
The steering wheel of the Mercedes GL 350 sports a bit strong when the veins appear on the steering wheel and the key integrated multimedia functions. Mercedes watches are thought to be aesthetic and beautiful lines and bring plenty of luxury sports watches such as rpm and speed gauges as two round exhaust of large displacement motorcycles. The main screen between the dashboard will tell us all the information of the vehicle.
Saving engine
Mercedes GL 350 using turbocharged diesel engine with a capacity of 3.0-liter V6 engine with BlueTec. Achieving maximum power at 210 horsepower at 3,800 rpm r / min. Torque 542 Nm at 1,600 rpm r / min. The car weighs nearly 2.4 tons is capable of accelerating from 0-100 km / h in 9.1 seconds. Combined with the 7-speed automatic transmission and 4-wheel drive technology of Mercedes 4MATIC. According to the manufacturer, the vehicle capable of pulling heavy loads up to 3,400 kg.
A number of prominent equipment
Mercedes GL 350 is equipped with some safety equipment such prominent anti-lock braking system ABS, the system electronic brake force distribution EBD, electronic stability system ESP and EBA brake assist decentralization. Automatic system to deal with the situation likely to collide, optimize safety functions. Intelligent Light System ILS allocation light suit driving conditions and weather. Anti-stall system and support up and down the slope.
Driving experience and the ability to impressive fuel consumption
If you are a first time driver of the Mercedes GL 350, the great feeling of the need to "disappear" is understandable. Because you will take a few minutes to look at how to zero in between the two front seats. But it is right and just behind the wheel layout but because of its modest size drive more people to go look. As soon as you release the brake light, the car moved lightly. When sitting inside no one would believe that this is a diesel car by the sound system and the sound of the engine is quite smooth.
On the first minutes of rolling around the city, the brake pedal feel of Mercedes GL 350 has always made me happy because it is not so sensitive that it foot grip. Of course also very light throttle. 3.0L turbocharged move easily in the city, only light strokes pedal wheel car also gentle transition is not jerky. The accelerator pedal a little more I can guarantee the change will speed that you will stick right into the back seat.
All occupants were satisfied that sit comfortably on the seat and leg space to bring. As though the midday heat, the outdoor temperature up to 41 degrees C, but the car's air conditioning to cool quickly.
But control of the city car driver feels very light but not any street Mercedes GL 350 can also easily go through. Especially the old town and finding parking spots for cars in the city is also very hard. Cause all by car looks great. But getting back camera support will help you considerably when backing into a tight parking spots without pilots.
Due to the long distance car use should control lever priority Cuise the turn signal lever in place. Meanwhile maniac turn signal should be located below, so if you do not know it's easy to accidentally use this lever between the two.
At the highway, the car has shown its potential ability. Whether it's an SUV, but you only need a little gas pedal board damage. 3.0L diesel engine has achieved through maximum torque at 1,600 rpm / min to push the car weighs 2.4 tons instantly glide on the ramp and only takes about 11 seconds we reach the speed 130 km / h. Now the feeling of suspension and drive system 4MATIC all work very well. Everything is flexible and stable levels of body shook very low.
Set cruise control system at 80 km / h, the car immediately reduce speed and the driver was able to stay ngoi.Tiep his right foot to set the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front at 50m, only should be within 50 meters in front of the car alarm system will sound to alert drivers know and brakes. Take the car to 90 km / h and brake pedal, the car is braking on straight trajectories and shorter braking distance and brake feel very good.
At high speed steering feels heavier than bringing safe. At the speed of 60 km / h, even if you put the car into bends can no matter what the car is very good traction, could not you have stayed are even more speed.
The Airmatic suspension system, while the bad roads you can raise additional 307mm chassis car. And if the need is only through a button on the dashboard panel you can also lock the center differential and differential after if you want to try some off-road sensation.
What we all feel is the fuel consumption parameters following vehicle traveling 250 km in city and highway. The number that we get the car moving in the city consumes 16 liters / 100 km is the only highway consumption at 11 liters / 100 km.
If you need a large SUV with 7 seater brand, but powerful diesel engine fuel consumption moderate, roomy interior space, comfort and low emissions, the Mercedes GL 350 is a good choice for your consideration.
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