Is the Mercedes-Benz gl320 CDI a diesel engine?
In EPA terms, the GL320 CDI represents a 30 percent improvement over its gas-equivalent. At last, the best of the German-engineered modern diesel engines are making their way to the US of A, erasing all memories of the Detroit’s abortive efforts in the 1970s.
What kind of gas mileage does a GL 320 get?
And speaking of money– or at least political correctness– anyone who purchases a giant SUV must, at some point, face the mileage issue. The BlueTec diesel powering the GL 320 CDI offers a great salve to the well-heeled, environmentally-conscience SUV driver. I managed 23 mpg at a steady state 80mph.
Is the Mercedes-Benz gl320 a tough car?
The GL320’s materials quality isn’t up to Range Rover’s “tough luxury,” but the assembly is outstanding. The ‘Bama-built Benz looks and feels built to last (as in longevity, not relative traffic position).
What kind of engine does Mercedes-Benz GL 320 CDI have?
The GL 320 CDI’s diesel engine’s performance is extremely well suited to the vehicle’s mellow mission. Although the GL CDI’s 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 powerplant produces “only” 215hp, the oil-burning SUV drives like a tsunami.
What’s the price of a 2008 Mercedes gl320?
A favorite of ours in this category is the Mercedes GL, so when a diesel V-6 was added to the lineup with the 2008 models, we decided to see how it would work in the U.S. The GL320 CDI, as the diesel is designated, was the least expensive model in the GL line, with a base price of $53,775 when it was delivered in August 2007.
And speaking of money– or at least political correctness– anyone who purchases a giant SUV must, at some point, face the mileage issue. The BlueTec diesel powering the GL 320 CDI offers a great salve to the well-heeled, environmentally-conscience SUV driver. I managed 23 mpg at a steady state 80mph.
The GL320’s materials quality isn’t up to Range Rover’s “tough luxury,” but the assembly is outstanding. The ‘Bama-built Benz looks and feels built to last (as in longevity, not relative traffic position).