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Mercedes-Benz GLS Estate Maybach GLS 600 4Matic 5dr 9G-Tronic

Doors	5
Fuel Delivery	TURBO INJECTION
Transmission	Semi-auto
Fuel Type	Petrol
Engine Capacity - CC	3982
Trim	Maybach
Price	£171,725
Engine Power - BHP	557
Acceleration	4.9
Top Speed	155 mph
WLTP - MPG - Comb	21.1
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	304
Length	5205 mm
Width	2030 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	520 l
Minimum Kerbweight	2785 kg

Driver Convenience

Active parking assist with parktronic and 360 degree camera
Attention assist
Brake wear warning display
Cruise control with variable speed limiter
Direct steering
DYNAMIC SELECT with a choice of driving modes (Comfort, Curve, Sport, Off road)
ECO start/stop function
Front wireless charging system for mobile devices
Head up Display
Hey Mercedes Voice activation
MBUX augmented reality for navigation
MBUX multimedia system with hard-disc navigation
MBUX removable rear tablet with 7" screen diagonal and camera function + docking station in high-gloss black for storage and charging
Mercedes Benz emergency call system
Mercedes me connect
Pre-installation for MBUX entertainment
Pre-installation for private car sharing
Remote boot release
Smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android auto
Soft closing aid for boot/doors
Status display for rear seat belts in instrument cluster
Wireless charging in rear

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

4MATIC permanent four wheel drive
9G TRONIC automatic transmission with steering column gear selector, DIRECT SELECT steering wheel gearshift paddles
Airmatic air suspension with adaptive damping system + level adjustment
E-Active body control
Petrol Particulate Filter

Entertainment

1 data-enabled USB port in the oddments tray
2 USB ports capable of charging in the 2nd seat row
2 USB ports capable of charging in the 3rd seat row
2 USB ports in centre console
2x wireless headsets
Burmester surround sound system
DAB Digital radio
Dual bluetooth interface, 2 USB ports (type C)
MBUX rear seat entertainment system - two permanently-integrated full HD 11.6" touchscreent with full HD camera
Preparation for rear seat entertainment
TV Receiver
USB-C
Widescreen cockpit comprising 2 displays, each with a 12.3-inch screen diagonal and a specific Maybach display style

Exterior Features

Adaptive high beam assist plus
Aerial for GPS
Chrome trim elements in the B-pillar
Electrically folding trailer coupling with ESP trailer stabilisation
Electrically operated sunblind for rear side windows
Electrically retractable and illuminated running board with Maybach emblem
Front apron and air inlet grilles in chrome,vehicle colour upper bumper,lower bumper in high-gloss black with integral underride guard in chrome
Heat insulating dark tinted privacy glass from the B-pillar backwards
Heat insulating, noise insulating and infrared reflecting laminated glass
Heated windscreen
Increased towing capacity
LED daytime running lights
LED third brake light
Magic vision control with adaptive heated windscreen wiper system
Maybach emblem in the D-pillar
Maybach lettering on the load compartment cover
Maybach-specific tailpipe trim, in a high-gloss chrome finish with horizontal trim inserts
Multibeam LED
Panoramic sliding sunroof
Radiator grille with vertical bars in high-gloss chrome and Maybach lettering in the centre of the upper edge
Rain sensor windscreen wipers
Rear side wing doors
Rear wiper
Side skirts in high-gloss black with chrome inserts
Trailer Manoeuvring Assist
Two visible tailpipe trim elements exhaust
Underguard - full length reinforced underfloor panelling
Upright Mercedes star on the bonnet
Urban Guard Plus anti-theft protection
Wheel-arch flaring front and rear, painted in the vehicle colour

Interior Features

3 seat bench in 2nd row
3 spoke leather/wood steering wheel
Auto Mercedes-Benz child seat recognition sensor
Climatised massage multicontour front seats
Climatised multicontour rear seats
Coat hooks on the B-pillar in silver-coloured real metal
Comfort front headrests
Double sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
Easy entry/ electrically adjustable steering column
Front door sill panels with Maybach lettering illuminated in white
Front passenger side seat electrically adjustable from the rear
Heated steering wheel
High-pile floor mats
Instrument panel and door beltlines in nappa leather
Interior lighting - 64 colour Ambient lighting
Luxury rear head restraints
Multi function steering wheel
Pedal assembly in brushed stainless steel with Maybach emblem
Refrigerated compartment in central console
Seat occupancy sensor for front passenger seat
Single front passenger seat
Temperature controlled front cupholders
Temperature controlled rear cupholders
THERMOTRONIC 5 zone automatic climate control in the rear

Packs

Acoustic Comfort pack - GLS
Air balance pack - GLS
Driving assistance plus pack - GLS
Energizing plus package - GLS
Exclusive Trim package - GLS
Keyless go comfort package - GLS
Memory package - GLS
Mirror pack - GLS
Warmth comfort package - GLS

Passive Safety

3 rear 3 point seatbelts
ABS with Brake Assist
Active bonnet
Airbags - windowbags
Childproof locks manually operated for rear doors and electrically operated for rear power windows
Driver/Front Passenger airbags
Drivers knee airbag
Electronic parking brake
ESP with ASR
Front side airbags
ISOFIX child seat attachment points two outer rear seats
Rear side airbags for left and right
Tyre pressure loss warning system
Tyre pressure monitor
Warning triangle and first aid kit

Security

Alarm system/interior protection/immobiliser
Central locking with interior switch, automatic locking and crash sensor with emergency opening function
Dashcam
Remote central locking
Vehicle key in high-gloss white with trim element in high-gloss chrome, with Maybach emblem

Wheels

22" Maybach multi spoke light alloy wheels wheels painted in high gloss black with a high sheen finish
Sound-optimised tyres with foam absorber
Tirefit

Emissions - ICE

CO	0.421
HC	0.021
Noise Level dB(A)	70
NOx	0.021
Particles	0
Standard Emissions	EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	304
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH	304
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL	304

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	3982
Compression Ratio	8.6:1
Cylinder Layout	V8
Cylinders	8
Cylinders - Bore (mm)	83
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)	92
Engine Layout	NORTH SOUTH
Gears	9 SPEED
Number of Valves	32
Transmission	SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

WLTP - MPG - Comb	21.1
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH	21.1
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL	21.1
WLTP - MPG - Extra High	23
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEH	23
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEL	23
WLTP - MPG - High	24.4
WLTP - MPG - High - TEH	24.4
WLTP - MPG - High - TEL	24.4
WLTP - MPG - Low	14.1
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEH	14.1
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEL	14.1
WLTP - MPG - Medium	20.8
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEH	20.8
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEL	20.8

General

AdBlue	No
Generation Mark	2
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	50E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	30
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	3
Service Interval Frequency - Months	12
Service Interval Mileage	15500
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	4.9
Engine Power - BHP	557
Engine Power - RPM	6000
Engine Torque - NM	730
Engine Torque - RPM	2500
Top Speed	155 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	285/45 R22
Tyre Size Rear	325/40 R22
Tyre Size Spare	TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style	MAYBACH MULTI SPOKE
Wheel Type	22" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height (including roof rails)	1838 mm
Length	5205 mm
Wheelbase	3135 mm
Width	2030 mm
Width (including mirrors)	2157 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	90
Gross Vehicle Weight	3250 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)	2400 l
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	520 l
Max. Loading Weight	465 kg
Max. Roof Load	100
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	3500
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	750
Minimum Kerbweight	2785 kg
No. of Seats	5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	12.5 m

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