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2018 Mercedes-Benz X166 gls 350 d 4MATIC (Automatic / 9 Gears) 4×4 [2016-2019]

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Overview

2018 Mercedes-Benz X166 gls 350 d 4MATIC (Automatic / 9 Gears) 4×4 [2016-2019]

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz gls 350 d 4MATIC, offered in Europe from January 2016 to October 2019 (X166), is a full-size luxury SUV (Executive E-Segment) with 7 seats, 5 doors and permanent 4×4 traction (4Matic) . This variant is noted for its size and comfort, including a 2987 cm3 V6 diesel engine (Daimler-Benz OM642 LS DE30) with turbocharger and Common Rail. The engine produces 258 hp / 255 hp / 190 kW at 3400 rpm and 620 Nm of torque at 1600 rpm. Combined with a 9-speed automatic transmission (Daimler-Benz 9G-TRONIC) , it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 8.3 seconds and reaches a top speed of 212 km/h . Its combined fuel consumption is 9.2 L/100km . The car has a length of 5130 mm , a width of 1934 mm, a height of 1850 mm and weighs 2380 kg , with a fuel tank of 100 liters.

Model:X166 GLS 350 d 4MATIC
Production year:2018
Transmission:Automatic 9 speed
Starting price:€77,000
Engine size:3.0 L
Max torque:620 Nm
Cylinders alignment:V 6
Charge system:Diesel with turbocharger
Displacement:2987 cm3
Max power:258 PS / 255 hp / 190 kW
Fuel type:Diesel
Fuel consumption:9.2 L/100km combined
Extra-urban:6.6-7.9 L/100km
City:11.3-13.6 L/100km
Emission standard:Euro 6d-TEMP
Body style:SUV Full-Size
0-80 km/h:5.5 s
0-100 km/h:8.3 s
0-160 km/h:23.5 s
0-200 km/h:59.6 s
Top speed:212 km/h
Curb weight:2380 kg
Gross weight:3250 kg
Length:5130 mm
Width:1934 mm
Height:1850 mm
Fuel capacity:100 liters

Expert Assessment

Consumption
85%
Safety
90%
Performance
90%
Driveability
85%
Durability
80%
Maintenance
60%
Design
80%
Summary

Mercedes-Benz gls 350 d 4MATIC (2018) is rated by experts for its exceptional roadside comfort, large space (7 usable seats) and premium build quality. The V6 diesel engine offers massive torque (620 Nm) to propel this large SUV and is relatively efficient. The main downsides are the difficult size for driving in the city, the fast deprecation (compared to other brands) and the ongoing reliability problems associated with the OM642 engine. Common problems reported include oil cooler leaks that require expensive labor, EGR valve defects, as well as problems with the air conditioning system.

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