BBC Top Gear India – July 2019

048 JULY 2019 →TOPGEAR.COM

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MERCEDES GLS

PETROL
Engine: 2999cc, in-line 6 cyl, petrol
Power: 365bhp at 5500-6100rpm
Torque: 500Nm at 1600-4500rpm
Transmission: 9A, AWD
0-100kph: 6.2 seconds
Top speed: 246kph

DIESEL
Engine: 2925cc, in-line 6cyl
Power: 328bhp at 3600-4200rpm
Torque: 700Nm at 1200-3200rpm
Transmission: 9A, AWD
0-100kph: 6.3 seconds
Top speed: 238kph

Price: `1.1 crore (estimated, ex-showroom)
Launch: Mid-2020
Pros: Tech, ride quality, off-road ability
Cons: Estimated price in India

Bottomline: Merc    has found   the right   

balance in  making  an  SUV that    drives  well    

and looks   good,   and at  the same    time,   offers  

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