In the GL 450 4MATIC, a V8 petrol engine waits for your command. It also functions with 4-valve technology. The result: 250 kW and a maximum torque rating of 460 Nm make every stretch of road a pleasure to drive.

An engine of exceptional calibre lies in wait in the GL 500 4MATIC. Generating 285 kW, it will accelerate the GL 500 4MATIC from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.5 seconds. And with peak torque delivery measuring 530 Nm at just 2800 rpm, this engine is one of the most powerful and most economical drive units in its size category. The cutting-edge aluminium and forged steel lightweight construction operates with special shifting camshafts, which optimise the engine gas cycle. The result is smoother running and higher torque, particularly in the mid engine speed range.

Both petrol engines additionally comply with the EU 5 stricter consumptions and emission limit values.


(GL 450 4MATIC: fuel consumption combined: 13.4–13.6 l/100 km, CO2 emissions combined: 312–317 g/km; GL 500 4MATIC: fuel consumption combined: 13.6–13.8 l/100 km, CO2 emissions combined: 317–322 g/km)[1]