Mercedes-Benz GL (X166)
Car comparison
Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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GL 500 (Stage 2)
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GL 500 (Stage 1)
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GL 500
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 (Stage 3) 652 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.2 s
- Fastest top speed292 km/h181 mph
- Most powerful652 hp487 kW
- Highest torque1,085 Nm800 lb-ft
- Lightest2,370 kg5,225 lb
- Best power-to-weight275 hp/t205 kW/t3.6 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption11.5 L/100 km20.5 mpg US24.6 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption14.8 L/100 km15.9 mpg US19.1 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption9.6 L/100 km24.5 mpg US29.4 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions269 g/km
- Best estimated range870 km540 mi
- Largest trunk680 L
- Best overall score87/100
- Best performance score84/100
- Best economy score76/100
- Best practicality score93/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 3)652 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 2)565 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 1)513 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500435 hp |
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| Power | 652hp487kW+217 hp | 565hp422kW+130 hp | 513hp383kW+78 hp | 435hp324kW |
| Torque | 1,085Nm800lb-ft+385 Nm | 945Nm697lb-ft+245 Nm | 854Nm630lb-ft+154 Nm | 700Nm516lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 2,370kg5,225lb | 2,370kg5,225lb | 2,370kg5,225lb | 2,370kg5,225lb |
| Gross weight | 3,250kg7,165lb | 3,250kg7,165lb | 3,250kg7,165lb | 3,250kg7,165lb |
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | 280 km/h 174 mph | 271 km/h 168 mph | 250 km/h 155 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 68.3s99% target: 289 km/h / 180 mph-18.5 s Calculated | 76.9s99% target: 277 km/h / 172 mph-10.0 s Calculated | 82.0s99% target: 268 km/h / 167 mph-4.9 s Calculated | 86.9s99% target: 248 km/h / 154 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.2s-1.2 s | 4.6s-0.8 s | 4.9s-0.5 s | 5.4s |
| 0-200 km/h | 13.6s-9.4 s Calculated | 16.1s-6.9 s Calculated | 18.0s-5.0 s Calculated | 23.0s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.0s-1.1 s Calculated | 4.4s-0.7 s Calculated | 4.6s-0.5 s Calculated | 5.1s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 11.5L/100 km20.5mpg US24.6mpg UK | 11.5L/100 km20.5mpg US24.6mpg UK | 11.5L/100 km20.5mpg US24.6mpg UK | 11.5L/100 km20.5mpg US24.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 14.8L/100 km15.9mpg US19.1mpg UK | 14.8L/100 km15.9mpg US19.1mpg UK | 14.8L/100 km15.9mpg US19.1mpg UK | 14.8L/100 km15.9mpg US19.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 9.6L/100 km24.5mpg US29.4mpg UK | 9.6L/100 km24.5mpg US29.4mpg UK | 9.6L/100 km24.5mpg US29.4mpg UK | 9.6L/100 km24.5mpg US29.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.2s-1.5 s Calculated | 12.7s-0.9 s Calculated | 13.1s-0.6 s Calculated | 13.7s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 275hp/t205kW/t125hp/1000 lb Calculated | 239hp/t178kW/t108hp/1000 lb Calculated | 217hp/t162kW/t98hp/1000 lb Calculated | 184hp/t137kW/t83hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 458Nm/t306lb-ft/ton Calculated | 399Nm/t267lb-ft/ton Calculated | 360Nm/t241lb-ft/ton Calculated | 295Nm/t198lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 870km540mi Calculated | 870km540mi Calculated | 870km540mi Calculated | 870km540mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 4,663cc285cu in | 4,663cc285cu in | 4,663cc285cu in | 4,663cc285cu 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 | 269g/km | 269g/km | 269g/km | 269g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 (Stage 3) 652 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 (Stage 2) 565 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 (Stage 1) 513 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 435 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 3)652 hp | 5,250 rpm | 1,800-3,500 rpm | 6,300 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 2)565 hp | 5,250 rpm | 1,800-3,500 rpm | 6,300 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 1)513 hp | 5,250 rpm | 1,800-3,500 rpm | 6,300 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500435 hp | 5,250 rpm | 1,800-3,500 rpm | 6,300 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 3)652 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 2)565 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 1)513 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500435 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.0 s | 4.4 s | 4.6 s | 5.1 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.2 s | 4.6 s | 4.9 s | 5.4 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 13.6 s | 16.1 s | 18.0 s | 23.0 s |
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | 280 km/h 174 mph | 271 km/h 168 mph | 250 km/h 155 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.0 s | 2.0 s | 2.1 s | 2.1 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.3 s | 5.5 s | 5.6 s | 5.8 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.0 s | 8.3 s | 8.5 s | 8.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.3 s | 10.7 s | 11.0 s | 11.4 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.2 s | 12.7 s | 13.1 s | 13.7 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 190 km/h 118 mph | 180 km/h 112 mph | 174 km/h 108 mph | 164 km/h 102 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 3)652 hp | 652 hp 487 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 2)565 hp | 565 hp 422 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 1)513 hp | 513 hp 383 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500435 hp | 435 hp 324 kW |
Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 (Stage 3) 652 hp has 217 hp more than Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 435 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 435 hp and Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 (Stage 3) 652 hp: 217 hp (162 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 3)652 hp | 1,085 Nm 800 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 2)565 hp | 945 Nm 697 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 1)513 hp | 854 Nm 630 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500435 hp | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 3)652 hp | 2,370 kg 5,225 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 2)565 hp | 2,370 kg 5,225 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 1)513 hp | 2,370 kg 5,225 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500435 hp | 2,370 kg 5,225 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 3)652 hp | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 2)565 hp | 280 km/h 174 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 1)513 hp | 271 km/h 168 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500435 hp | 250 km/h 155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 3)652 hp | 4.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 2)565 hp | 4.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 1)513 hp | 4.9 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500435 hp | 5.4 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 (Stage 3) 652 hp and Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 435 hp: 1.2 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 (Stage 2) 565 hp and Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 (Stage 1) 513 hp, separated by only 0.3 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 500 (Stage 3)652 hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 2)565 hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 1)513 hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500435 hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 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 500 (Stage 3)652 hp | 275 hp/t 205 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 2)565 hp | 239 hp/t 178 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 1)513 hp | 217 hp/t 162 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500435 hp | 184 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.4 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 500 (Stage 3)652 hp | 870 km 540 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 2)565 hp | 870 km 540 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 1)513 hp | 870 km 540 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500435 hp | 870 km 540 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 500 (Stage 3)652 hp | 652 hp 487 kW | 4.2 s | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 2)565 hp | 565 hp 422 kW | 4.6 s | 280 km/h 174 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 1)513 hp | 513 hp 383 kW | 4.9 s | 271 km/h 168 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500435 hp | 435 hp 324 kW | 5.4 s | 250 km/h 155 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 500 (Stage 3)652 hp |
| 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 2)565 hp |
| 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 1)513 hp |
| 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500435 hp |
| 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 (Stage 3) 652 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 500 (Stage 3)652 hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | 4.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 2)565 hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | 4.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 1)513 hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | 4.9 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500435 hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | 5.4 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 500 (Stage 3)652 hp | 275 hp/t 205 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 2)565 hp | 239 hp/t 178 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 1)513 hp | 217 hp/t 162 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500435 hp | 184 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 3)652 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 2)565 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500 (Stage 1)513 hp | Mercedes-BenzGL (X166)GL 500435 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 652 hp 487 kW | 565 hp 422 kW | 513 hp 383 kW | 435 hp 324 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 1,085 Nm 800 lb-ft | 945 Nm 697 lb-ft | 854 Nm 630 lb-ft | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.2 s | 4.6 s | 4.9 s | 5.4 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | 280 km/h 174 mph | 271 km/h 168 mph | 250 km/h 155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 2,370 kg 5,225 lb | 2,370 kg 5,225 lb | 2,370 kg 5,225 lb | 2,370 kg 5,225 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 870 km 540 mi | 870 km 540 mi | 870 km 540 mi | 870 km 540 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 269 g/km | 269 g/km | 269 g/km | 269 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 | 275 hp/t 205 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp | 239 hp/t 178 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 217 hp/t 162 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 184 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.4 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 500 (Stage 3) 652 hp | Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 (Stage 2) 565 hp | Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 (Stage 1) 513 hp | Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 435 hp |
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| Consumption | 11.5 L/100 km20.5 mpg US24.6 mpg UK | 11.5 L/100 km20.5 mpg US24.6 mpg UK | 11.5 L/100 km20.5 mpg US24.6 mpg UK | 11.5 L/100 km20.5 mpg US24.6 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 20.13 LC100 km | 20.13 LC100 km | 20.13 LC100 km | 20.13 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 32.39 LC100 mi | 32.39 LC100 mi | 32.39 LC100 mi | 32.39 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,725 L456 US gal379 UK gal | 1,725 L456 US gal379 UK gal | 1,725 L456 US gal379 UK gal | 1,725 L456 US gal379 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 3,019 LC/year | 3,019 LC/year | 3,019 LC/year | 3,019 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz GL (X166) GL 500 (Stage 3) 652 hp
- Has 87 hp more
- Has 140 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 12 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 37 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 500 (Stage 2) 565 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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