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Review: 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL350 Bluetec lives large, treads lightly

Michael Harley — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 11:57:00 EST

Filed under: SUV, Mercedes-Benz, New Car Reviews, Diesel

2010 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTEC - Click above for high-res image gallery

Drop the term "Big Benz" in conversation and most people assume you're talking about the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. While the full-size flagship sedan has - deservedly - earned that moniker over the years, when it comes to sheer size and volume, the GL-Class is truly Benz' behemoth. But don't take that as a negative. The GL350 Bluetec, the automaker's diesel-powered variant of its seven-passenger full-size sport utility vehicle, has plenty going for it. Under the hood is a torque-laden, fuel-efficient diesel, and after a week pulling family duty, we emerged impressed. Find out why after the jump.

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Spy Shots: 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL caught testing

Steven J. Ewing — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 18:29:00 EST

Filed under: Spy Photos, SUV, Mercedes-Benz, Luxury

2012 Mercedes-Benz GL spy shots - Click above for high-res image gallery

The Mercedes-Benz GL sport-ute may have received a slight refresh for the 2010 model year, but the team in Stuttgart is already prepping the next-generation GL, and our spies have caught an early test mule roaming the streets. The overall shape of the seven-passenger SUV hasn't changed much, but we can see that the front fascia has been smoothed out quite a bit, even in these early development stages.

The new GL will ride on a stretched version of the next-generation ML crossover platform, and it will share the majority of its technological data with the smaller ML, as well. In true Mercedes-Benz fashion, we expect a full range of gasoline and diesel engines to be available, though no official word has been given on exactly what will be under the hood when the GL launches. For now, check out the attached gallery to see the GL mule out on the road.

Gallery: Spy Shots: 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL

[Source: CarPix]

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Brabus GL 63 Biturbo picks up where Mercedes AMG leaves off

Noah Joseph — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 20:01:00 EST

Filed under: Aftermarket, Performance, SUV, Geneva Motor Show, Mercedes-Benz, Luxury

Mercedes-Benz GL 63 by Brabus - Click above for high-res image gallery

The performance boffins over at AMG keep themselves pretty busy, churning out high-output versions of just about every vehicle in the Mercedes-Benz line-up. Just about, but not quite. For example, if you want a GL-Class family-hauler with the division's stonking 6.3-liter V8 engine, you're SOL. But that's where the aftermarket comes in, and Brabus has arrived at the scene to save the day. And then some.

Not only has Brabus fitted the 6.3-liter V8 to the GL, but they've bolted a pair of turbochargers in the process. And while they were at it, they tweaked the seven-speed auto-box, fitted a big water-to-air intercooler and upgraded the intake, exhaust, brakes, suspension and rolling stock. The result? 650 horsepower and nearly as much torque. That oughta be good for 300 kilometers per hour (186 miles per hour) and hitting 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.7 seconds along the way.

The Widestar body kit also widens the vehicle's stance, while the interior has been tricked out in custom leather, carbon fiber trim and LCD screens aplenty to keep the kids busy while you focus on maximum velocity. The super-truck will be unveiled in a couple of months at the Geneva Motor Show, but is available for order now from €368,000 ($518k). Details in the press release after the jump and photos in the gallery below.

Gallery: Brabus GL 63 Biturbo

[Source: Brabus]

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