Mercedes-Benz GL

Price Range:

67.19 to 72.37 lakh

Variations on the ‘large 4x4 Merc’ theme because the GL is basically a larger seven-seat and tinsel version of the ML. Turns out that either is a pretty solid bet as an actual vehicle, but a little tarty for proper taste-mongers.

 

• Comfort

  Big and comfy and capable of steamrolling any pocked roads into submission. Can get a little wallowy if you decide to attack a set of hairpins, which has a direct effect on the colour-pallette of rear-seat passengers, but otherwise long distances are no problem.
  

• Performance

  The GL comes with two diesels (3.0 and 4.0 CDI) offering 224bhp and 306bhp, and the 5.4-litre V8 petrol churning out 388bhp. We'd go for the 450 CDI - the extra grunt over the 350 CDI is needed to help move this leviathan of a car.
  

• Cool

  If you're a footballer's wife then they probably look quite attractive, but the truth is that you can go cheaper and have as much space and prestige.
  

• Quality

  There's a fabulous feeling that Merc has started spending money on the bits that matter - and a decent interior is very important in this sector.
  

• Handling

  Isn't as sharp to steer as a BMW X5 or Porsche Cayenne, but ride is acceptable. The GL-Class, despite its size, doesn't suffer much body roll and thanks to air suspension, road imperfections are smoothed away.
  

• Practicality

  If you're genuinely after lots of seats, then the GL is still a little tight for all-adults. Although it's vast (at 508cm, it's 50cm longer than the Land Rover Discovery) it's still tight inside. Six adults will find it difficult to sit in the three rows, the optional last row fit for children only. And with all seven seats in use, boot space is limited (300 litres).
  

• Running costs

  If you buy something this large, then running costs can't be a massive priority for you. If you're a walking paradox though, be warned that it's pretty thirsty and emissions aren't pretty.

 

2012 Mercedes-Benz S Class

 

Mercedes-Benz S-Class 5 User Reviews

Rs. 90,17,304

Long one of the best of the full-size luxury sedan and executive limo segment, the Mercedes-Benz S Class spans a wide range of prices and configurations, but all of them combine a taste for advanced technology and refined quality.

As Mercedes' flagship model, the S Class takes a conservative approach to styling and to changes in its styling--the 2012 model looks much the same as the 2007 model that kicked off the current generation. It's still somewhat understated, yet stately, with smooth and flowing curves mating with upright sides to give a sense of presence. Inside, the S Class is roomy, almost beyond reason in the long-wheelbase versions that are the default in the U.S., with a relaxed and comfortable look and feel despite somewhat ornate and detailed adornments.

Six different models make up the 2012 Mercedes-Benz S Class range, with a diesel, a pair each of V-8s and V-12s, plus one V-6 hybrid. Starting off the range is the S350 BlueTec 4Matic diesel, using a 3.0-liter turbodiesel V-6 rated at 240 horsepower and rated at 21 mpg city and 31 mpg highway. Next we have the S400 Hybrid, which couples a 275-horsepower V-6 gasoline engine with 20-horsepower electric motors and a lithium-ion battery pack, enabling the big sedan to reach an EPA-estimated 25 mpg on the highway.

The more mainstream S550 uses a 382-horsepower 5.5-liter V-8, while the 6.0-liter V-12-powered S600 generates a substantial 510 horsepower. AMG, Mercedes' in-house performance brand, tunes up the 5.5-liter V-8 for the S63 AMG to yield 536 horsepower, while the AMG version of the V-12 in the S65 is good for a massive 621 horsepower. While all S Class sedans handle well for their size class--though putting an emphasis on ride quality--the AMG models are standouts, delivering incredible performance for their size. The S63 AMG scuttles to 60 mph in less than 4.5 seconds, while the S65 AMG does the same run in just 4.3 seconds.

All S Class models except for the diesel, which gets 4Matic all-wheel drive as standard equipment, come with standard rear-wheel drive. The S550 can be upgraded to 4Matic. A seven-speed automatic transmission is also standard gear in non-AMG S Classes, in all but the S600, which uses a five-speed.

Whichever engine or model you choose, the S Class range offers very similar interior treatments across the board, though AMG models get special appearance and performance-oriented tweaks. All are very comfortable, with spacious seating and ample head room front and rear. Doors open wide for easy access, there's plenty of in-cabin storage and trunk space, and the ride quality will allow your Perrier to go unspilled as you broker your next stock purchase from the back seat.

As always with the S Class, Mercedes packs in its best and newest technologies for 2012, with features like Active Body Control improving ride quality, night-vision cameras detecting roadside obstacles that would otherwise be invisible, pedestrian recognition technology, active head restraints, adaptive cruise control, and much, much more available on most models.

There's also a whole host of available interior styling and trim options, many more convenience features, and almost no limit to the variations in color combinations.

XUV500 Mahindra

                         Mahindra  XUV500

Starts at Rs. 11,74,994

Mahindra XUV500 comes in following 3 versions with 1 engine and 1 transmission options. Click on a XUV500 version name to know on-road price in your city, specifications and features.

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