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Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz GL500

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What drives it? A 388-horsepower, 5461cc, V8 engine with a seven-speed 7G-Tronic automatic gearbox and Airmatic suspension on 20-inch wheels.

How fast is it? Hits 100km/h in 6.5 seconds and tops out at 240km/h. You get 530Nm of torque at 2,800-4,800rpm.

How safe is it? Hydraulic braking system, ventilated front discs, ABS with brake assist electronic traction system for all-wheel drive; bi-xenon headlamps with active light system; downhill speed regulation; electronic stability program; Pre-Safe; front air bags for driver and front passenger; front and rear sidebags; windowbags for all seat rows.

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How thirsty is it? The dealers says it drinks 13.9 litres per 100km in a combined town and country run on a 100-litre tank.

Fug factor: Belches 331g of CO2 per km, which is the fug equivalent of 2.6 Smart ForTwos.

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Will it fit in my space? 5.088 metres long, 1.92 metres wide and 1.84 metres high, it weighs 2,445kg. Boot capacity is 300-2,300m3.

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