Mercedes-Benz GL (X166)
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Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2)
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GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1)
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GL 350 BlueTEC
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3) 400 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.0 s
- Fastest top speed250 km/h155 mph
- Most powerful400 hp298 kW
- Highest torque992 Nm732 lb-ft
- Lightest2,380 kg5,247 lb
- Best power-to-weight168 hp/t125 kW/t6.0 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption7.8 L/100 km30.2 mpg US36.2 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption8.7 L/100 km27.0 mpg US32.5 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption7.3 L/100 km32.2 mpg US38.7 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions205 g/km
- Best estimated range1,282 km797 mi
- Largest trunk680 L
- Best overall score77/100
- Best performance score70/100
- Best economy score86/100
- Best practicality score93/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3)400 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2)348 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1)310 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC258 hp |
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| Power | 400hp298kW+142 hp | 348hp260kW+90 hp | 310hp231kW+52 hp | 258hp192kW |
| Torque | 992Nm732lb-ft+372 Nm | 868Nm640lb-ft+248 Nm | 775Nm572lb-ft+155 Nm | 620Nm457lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 2,380kg5,247lb | 2,380kg5,247lb | 2,380kg5,247lb | 2,380kg5,247lb |
| Gross weight | 3,250kg7,165lb | 3,250kg7,165lb | 3,250kg7,165lb | 3,250kg7,165lb |
| Top speed | 250 km/h 155 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph | 220 km/h 137 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 100.6s99% target: 248 km/h / 154 mph-23.4 s Calculated | 108.5s99% target: 238 km/h / 148 mph-15.5 s Calculated | 114.8s99% target: 230 km/h / 143 mph-9.2 s Calculated | 123.9s99% target: 218 km/h / 135 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.0s-1.9 s | 6.6s-1.4 s | 7.0s-0.9 s | 7.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 26.1s-25.0 s Calculated | 31.6s-19.6 s Calculated | 37.4s-13.7 s Calculated | 51.1s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.7s-1.7 s Calculated | 6.2s-1.2 s Calculated | 6.6s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.4s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.2s-1.5 s Calculated | 14.7s-1.0 s Calculated | 15.1s-0.6 s Calculated | 15.7s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 168hp/t125kW/t76hp/1000 lb Calculated | 146hp/t109kW/t66hp/1000 lb Calculated | 130hp/t97kW/t59hp/1000 lb Calculated | 108hp/t81kW/t49hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 417Nm/t279lb-ft/ton Calculated | 365Nm/t244lb-ft/ton Calculated | 326Nm/t218lb-ft/ton Calculated | 261Nm/t174lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,282km797mi Calculated | 1,282km797mi Calculated | 1,282km797mi Calculated | 1,282km797mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,987cc182cu in | 2,987cc182cu in | 2,987cc182cu in | 2,987cc182cu in |
| Length | 5,120mm202in | 5,120mm202in | 5,120mm202in | 5,120mm202in |
| Width | 1,934mm76in | 1,934mm76in | 1,934mm76in | 1,934mm76in |
| Height | 1,850mm73in | 1,850mm73in | 1,850mm73in | 1,850mm73in |
| Wheelbase | 3,075mm121in | 3,075mm121in | 3,075mm121in | 3,075mm121in |
| Front track | 1,655mm65in | 1,655mm65in | 1,655mm65in | 1,655mm65in |
| Rear track | 1,675mm66in | 1,675mm66in | 1,675mm66in | 1,675mm66in |
| Trunk volume | 680L | 680L | 680L | 680L |
| Max trunk volume | 2,300L | 2,300L | 2,300L | 2,300L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Fuel tank | 100L | 100L | 100L | 100L |
| CO2 emissions | 205g/km | 205g/km | 205g/km | 205g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3) 400 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2) 348 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1) 310 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC 258 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3)400 hp | 3,600 rpm | 1,600-2,400 rpm | 4,200 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2)348 hp | 3,600 rpm | 1,600-2,400 rpm | 4,200 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1)310 hp | 3,600 rpm | 1,600-2,400 rpm | 4,200 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC258 hp | 3,600 rpm | 1,600-2,400 rpm | 4,200 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3)400 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2)348 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1)310 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC258 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.7 s | 6.2 s | 6.6 s | 7.4 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.0 s | 6.6 s | 7.0 s | 7.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 26.1 s | 31.6 s | 37.4 s | 51.1 s |
| Top speed | 250 km/h 155 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph | 220 km/h 137 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.2 s | 2.2 s | 2.3 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.0 s | 6.2 s | 6.3 s | 6.5 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.2 s | 9.4 s | 9.7 s | 10.0 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.9 s | 12.3 s | 12.6 s | 13.1 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.2 s | 14.7 s | 15.1 s | 15.7 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 158 km/h 98 mph | 152 km/h 94 mph | 147 km/h 91 mph | 140 km/h 87 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3)400 hp | 400 hp 298 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2)348 hp | 348 hp 260 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1)310 hp | 310 hp 231 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC258 hp | 258 hp 192 kW |
Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3) 400 hp has 142 hp more than Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC 258 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC 258 hp and Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3) 400 hp: 142 hp (106 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3)400 hp | 992 Nm 732 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2)348 hp | 868 Nm 640 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1)310 hp | 775 Nm 572 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC258 hp | 620 Nm 457 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3)400 hp | 2,380 kg 5,247 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2)348 hp | 2,380 kg 5,247 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1)310 hp | 2,380 kg 5,247 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC258 hp | 2,380 kg 5,247 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3)400 hp | 250 km/h 155 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2)348 hp | 240 km/h 149 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1)310 hp | 232 km/h 144 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC258 hp | 220 km/h 137 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3) 400 hp and Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC 258 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2) 348 hp and Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1) 310 hp, separated by only 0.5 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3)400 hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2)348 hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1)310 hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC258 hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3)400 hp | 168 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2)348 hp | 146 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1)310 hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC258 hp | 108 hp/t 81 kW/t 9.2 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3)400 hp | 1,282 km 797 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2)348 hp | 1,282 km 797 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1)310 hp | 1,282 km 797 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC258 hp | 1,282 km 797 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3)400 hp | 400 hp 298 kW | 6.0 s | 250 km/h 155 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2)348 hp | 348 hp 260 kW | 6.6 s | 240 km/h 149 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1)310 hp | 310 hp 231 kW | 7.0 s | 232 km/h 144 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC258 hp | 258 hp 192 kW | 7.9 s | 220 km/h 137 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3)400 hp |
| 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2)348 hp |
| 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1)310 hp |
| 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC258 hp |
| 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3) 400 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3)400 hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | 6.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2)348 hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | 6.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1)310 hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | 7.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC258 hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | 7.9 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3)400 hp | 168 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2)348 hp | 146 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1)310 hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC258 hp | 108 hp/t 81 kW/t 9.2 kg/hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3)400 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2)348 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1)310 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 350 BlueTEC258 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 400 hp 298 kW | 348 hp 260 kW | 310 hp 231 kW | 258 hp 192 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 992 Nm 732 lb-ft | 868 Nm 640 lb-ft | 775 Nm 572 lb-ft | 620 Nm 457 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.0 s | 6.6 s | 7.0 s | 7.9 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 250 km/h 155 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph | 220 km/h 137 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 2,380 kg 5,247 lb | 2,380 kg 5,247 lb | 2,380 kg 5,247 lb | 2,380 kg 5,247 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,282 km 797 mi | 1,282 km 797 mi | 1,282 km 797 mi | 1,282 km 797 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 205 g/km | 205 g/km | 205 g/km | 205 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 680 L 24.0 cu ft | 680 L 24.0 cu ft | 680 L 24.0 cu ft | 680 L 24.0 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 168 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 146 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp | 108 hp/t 81 kW/t 9.2 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3) 400 hp | Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2) 348 hp | Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 1) 310 hp | Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC 258 hp |
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| Consumption | 7.8 L/100 km30.2 mpg US36.2 mpg UK | 7.8 L/100 km30.2 mpg US36.2 mpg UK | 7.8 L/100 km30.2 mpg US36.2 mpg UK | 7.8 L/100 km30.2 mpg US36.2 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 13.65 LC100 km | 13.65 LC100 km | 13.65 LC100 km | 13.65 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 21.97 LC100 mi | 21.97 LC100 mi | 21.97 LC100 mi | 21.97 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,170 L309 US gal257 UK gal | 1,170 L309 US gal257 UK gal | 1,170 L309 US gal257 UK gal | 1,170 L309 US gal257 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,048 LC/year | 2,048 LC/year | 2,048 LC/year | 2,048 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 3) 400 hp
- Has 52 hp more
- Has 124 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 10 km/h (6 mph) higher top speed
- Has 22 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 350 BlueTEC (Stage 2) 348 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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