Mercedes-Benz GL BlueTEC awarded by TAWA

October 22nd, 2009 by Arman

With its high-tech and extremely clean BlueTEC diesel engine, the Mercedes GL has been named as the SUV of the year in Texas based on votes by forty-one journalists from Texas Auto Writers Association.

The GL350 BlueTEC is a full size luxury SUV powered by a 3.5 liter V6 diesel which is one of the world’s cleanest engines of its kind. it produces 210 hp and 400 lb-ft. of torque and can cover a distance of 600 miles on a single tank of fuel.

Mercedes Benz GL BlueTEC awarded by TAWA mercedes benz gl bluetec

Newly restyled for model year 2010, the GL350 BlueTEC features a sporty front grille and bumpers with chrome-ringed fog lights, redesigned stainless steel skid plates with trapezoidal exhaust pipes, and 20-inch five-twin-spoke alloy wheels with all-season run-flat tires. The GL’s second and third-row seats can be easily stowed to provide a flat cargo space that totals 83 cubic feet of cargo room. Safety features include standard ESP® stability control with Trailer Stability Assist, LED taillights; ABS anti-lock internally ventilated brakes; two-stage adaptive air bag for the driver and passenger, driver’s knee air bag, seat-mounted side air bags in front and rear, and curtain side air bags protecting all three rows; NECK-PRO active front head restraints; and adaptive belt tensioners and force limiters.

The GL is also equipped with PRE-SAFE®, a safety system that senses impending collisions and automatically positions passengers for better protection. The PRE-SAFE system will close windows and the sunroof if an impending crash is sensed while the POST-SAFE® system avoids consequential damage after an accident by turning-on hazard lights, unlocking doors, and cutting-off engine and fuel supply.

The starting price for 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTEC in America is $59,950.00.

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