Mercedes S-Class not only as the flagship of the German manufacturer, but also as a benchmark other manufacturers who wish to develop or release a similar product to the market. But it was not just the competitors who made the S-Class as a benchmark to make their flagship product, Mercedes-Benz is also done to make the GL-Class. Yes, this class is positioned as a luxurious Mercedes SUV. So that they feel the need to make the S-Class as a reference in mengambangkannya.
GL-Class you can see that the model is not really new, but just a facelift. But that does not mean that conducted improvised refresher course. Full-size SUV which premiered at the event in New York Auto Show 2012 is getting an update in a few sectors.
On the exterior, GL-Class comes with a more sporty design and dynamic than its predecessor. Front view presents the design of a line that resembles the letter 'X'. Its main light redesigned so it appears more attractive and modern thanks to the presence of LED lights on the top. While LED Daytime Running Lights placed on the bumper which also serves as fog lights.
Two transverse lines on the grille is still present with the old design. But Mercedes designers reinforce and strengthen the two lines and chrome accents added to the sense of luxury. While the strong impression of trying ditujukkan with a wider air dam and fender chrome plated.
From the side, only subtle changes to the rim five bars measuring 19 inches and the rear view mirror which is similar to the design of new products other Mercedes. More updates Big Luxury SUV is this look a little higher than the preceding generation.
The back of the car were also overhauled. Taillight shape now comes with a new shape and fitted with a LED. Interestingly, a glimpse of the shape of the new taillight taillights look like new cars BMW output. Sporty look of a large rear spoiler. While the chrome accents on top of the plate number of police and rear fenders make it look impressive luxury SUV.
Meanwhile, for its interior, Mercedes presents a dynamic and elegant as well as good quality material. Detailed design is also observed in the presence of mold seam on the dashboard. Meanwhile, wood trim and chrome accents make the GL-Class interior looks luxurious. Steering wheel also got a new touch and also wrapped in leather.Not only that, now the steering wheel is equipped with 12 buttons that double operation, including the paddle-shifts behind it. In the cockpit there is a middle-sized 4.5-inch LCD screen is easy to read and display the picture quality is good.
GL-Class is offered as a seven-passenger SUV. Seating configurations available are 2-3-2. To access the third row pinned EASY-ENTRY feature that allows us to get into that last line. Mercedes parties also ensure that the third line continues to offer the space that is not less relief than the two rows in front of him.
For the engine, the manufacturer offers several engine options. The first is the GL350 BlueTEC diesel and high-tech V6 engine produces 240 hp power. The second choice is the GL450 is equipped with a twin turbo V8-powered 362 hp. And the highest variance is the GL550 V8 spitting out 429 hp power.
