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2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS SUV GLS 550 4MATIC

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS SUV GLS 550 4MATIC is a 449-hp 4.7-liter turbocharged V8 with a 9g-tronic 9-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $94,950 MSRP and is rated at 16 mpg combined.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$94,950
MSRP with Destination$95,945
Destination Charge$995
Engine
Engine Type4.7L V8 Biturbo (Aluminum-Alloy)
Displacement4.663 L
Horsepower449 hp @ 5,250 rpm
Torque516 lb-ft @ 1800–3500 rpm
Redline6,300 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4-valves per cylinder
Bore and Stroke92.9 x 86.0
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Drivetrain
Drive Type4MATIC All-Wheel Drive (50:50)
Transmission
Transmission9G-TRONIC 9-Speed Automatic with paddle shifters
1st Gear5.5 (32 mph **)
2nd Gear3.33 (53 mph **)
3rd Gear2.31 (76 mph **)
4th Gear1.66 (106 mph **)
5th Gear1.21 (146 mph **)
6th Gear1 (177 mph **)
7th Gear0.86 (205 mph **)
8th Gear0.72 (245 mph **)
9th Gear0.6 (294 mph **)
Reverse4.93
Final Drive3.27
Fuel Economy
City14 MPG
Highway19 MPG
Combined16 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium Unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent multi-link with air spring, single-tube shock absorber with continuously adjustable damping, torsion bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link with air spring, single-tube shock absorber with continuously adjustable damping, tubular torsion bar
Turning Diameter40.7 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc14.8" dia x 1.4" thick
Rear Brake Disc13.6" dia x 0.9" thick
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front8.5 x 20" Cast
Wheels Rear8.5 x 20" Cast
Tires Front275/50 R20
Tires Rear275/50 R20
Dimensions & Weight
Length202 in
Width78 in
Height72.8 in
Wheelbase121.1 in
Front Track64.8 in
Rear Track65.6 in
Ground Clearance8.5 in
Approach Angle33°
Departure Angle27°
Cargo Volume16 ft³
Curb Weight5,622 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front41.2 in
Headroom Rear40 in
Legroom Front40.3 in
Legroom Rear38.5 in
Shoulder Room Front58.5 in
Shoulder Room Rear58.3 in
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline
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