Vehicle Overview
The Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG packs big power into a big SUV: 550 horsepower from a twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter V-8 engine that works with a seven-speed automatic transmission.
What’s Special
- 550-hp, twin-turbo 5.5-liter V-8
- All-wheel drive splits 60 percent of the power to the rear wheels and 40 percent to the front
- Active suspension
- AMG sport exhaust system
- Widened fenders that fit 21-inch wheels
- Automated parking
Here’s info on the regular GL-Class:
The seven-seat GL-Class SUV has standard all-wheel drive, three rows of seats and four available engines: two turbocharged V-8s, a turbo-diesel V-6 or a turbocharged gas V-6. As with other Mercedes models, the top-shelf version of the GL-Class is a performance-oriented AMG edition, the GL63 AMG. Competitors include the Audi Q7, Cadillac Escalade, Infiniti QX80 and Lexus LX 570.
New for 2016
Owners will receive five years of free basic mbrace Connect communication service.
Significant Standard Features
- 240-hp, turbo-diesel 3.0-liter V-6 engine (GL350 Bluetec)
- Seven-speed automatic transmission
- All-wheel drive
- Air suspension
- Power sunroof
- Power-folding third-row seat
- Power liftgate
- Backup camera
- Forward collision warning
- Driver drowsiness monitor
- Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Significant Available Features
- 362-hp, twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6 (GL450)
- 429-hp, twin-turbo 4.7-liter V-8 (GL550)
- Leather upholstery
- Navigation system
- Adaptive xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights
- Heated/cooled front cupholders
- Adaptive suspension
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