Mercedes­Benz GL­Class launched in India by legendary

Boris Becker: Reiterates its ‘Absolute Supremacy’ in the

growing luxury SUV segment in India

Dynamic exteriors, luxurious interiors, enhanced performance: reiterates

GL­Class’ ‘Absolute Supremacy’ in the luxury large SUV segment

Segment innovations: 360°camera, Cross­Wind Stabilization, Open pore

trim, Active Park Assist, Sunroof for all three rows

Power: 190 kW @ 3600 rpm (258 hp @ 3600 rpm); +34hp more than

outgoing model

Torque: 619 Nm @ 1600~2400 rpm; +109Nm more than outgoing model

India to be the second market after USA to locally produce GL­Class starting

Q3 of 2013

GL 350 CDI ‘Launch Edition’ is priced at INR 77.50 lakhs ex­showroom

Delhi

New Delhi: Mercedes­Benz India today launched the second generation of the all new

GL­Class, reiterating its aggressive product portfolio for the Indian luxury car market.

The GL­Class sets new standards in comfort, dynamics, safety, elegance and efficiency.

The new GL­Class was launched in India by the legendary tennis star Boris Becker

along with Eberhard Kern, Managing Director and CEO, Mercedes­Benz India, at the

brand new Mercedes­Benz Flagship Store in New Delhi.

Mr. Eberhard Kern, MD and CEO, Mercedes­Benz India said, “2013 is the ‘Year of

Offensive’ for Mercedes­Benz India and we are excited to present the all new GL­Class to our

valued customers. Exclusivity and dynamism are two of the most enigmatic features of an

ultimate SUV and the GL­Class imbibes both these as it established the SUV image of

Mercedes­Benz in India with its launch in 2010. We have already succeeded with the new

M­Class and now the introduction of the new GL­Class will further strengthen our dominance in

the Luxury Large SUV segment. The GL­Class with its proven off­roading prowess and luxurious

appointments exudes the Absolute Supremacy statement during on and off­road situations and

is ideal to suit the taste of the growing number of off­roading aficionados in India”.

The level of spaciousness and comfort in the new GL­Class underlines its position as the

S­Class among SUVs. The New GL­Class exudes confidence, distinctive and powerful exterior

design, exceptional comfort and highest handling dynamics in on and off­road situations. The

new GL­Class also comes with a full 360 degree surround camera, another first, from the

Mercedes­Benz portfolio.

With the most spacious interior, a benchmark in the Luxury Large SUV segment, the New

GL­Class has the easiest front and rear seat access with Easy Entry system on both sides. The

daytime LED running lights are integrated into the front bumper. With more enigmatic head and

tail lights the GL­Class is more appealing and in line with the new design philosophy. The new

sporty unique light­alloy wheels and two piece tail light with LED optic fibre cable adds to the

robust appeal of this massive SUV. With its 630­1252­2300 liter boot capacity, the new GL­Class

offers maximum flexibility and space. The third row offers ample space to seat full­sized adults

comfortably­ yet another unique feature of this SUV. The interiors are made of finest materials

and a touch of elegance in the design with open pore wood trim, a first time in India makes the

new GL­Class even more refreshing to drive. The legendary safety capabilities of

Mercedes­Benz are fully incorporated in the new GL­Class. The new GL­Class is enhanced with

state of the art technologies of the likes of DSR, ESP, 4ETS, 4MATIC, AIRMATIC, etc.

Mr. Boris Becker, tennis legend and true Mercedes­Benz aficionado elaborated, “The GL­Class

is the cornerstone of achievement for anyone across the world. It is a true blue SUV and the

ultimate machine for off­roading. My association with Mercedes­Benz goes back to more than

two decades. I identify with the values of the Mercedes­Benz brand – fascination, perfection and

responsibility. I enjoy going for off­roading with my family I believe that the GL­Class is a perfect

companion on those tracks. It is my pleasure to be a part of the launch of this majestic vehicle,

here in India.”

The New GL­Class is truly a class apart for the 14.8% lower fuel consumption. The ECO

start­stop feature reduces fuel consumption and emissions by automatically switching off the

engine in life in traffic. The V6 diesel has options like the AIRMATIC package for better ride

control which helps in getting over the toughest of roads and worst terrains. With integrated

PARKTRONIC the vehicle can warn difficult to detect obstacles in front of and behind the vehicle

and helps the driver when searching for a suitable parking space for parallel parking, and support

him through active steering when parking. Besides ruling the roads the new GL­Class also gives

the best view of the sky as it comes with the panoramic sunroof including a sunroof even for the

third row of passengers, creating a larger transparent area and brighter interior. The vehicle also

features latest multimedia COMAND like the Bluetooth ® interface with hands­free function, 7.0

inch Color display with TFT technology as well as Internet browser and GPS.

Mercedes­Benz always gives prime importance to safety and the new GL­Class with the

Pre­Safe ensures that vehicle reacts and prepares itself before any possible collision and with

nine airbags it is one of the safest vehicles for the tumultuous off­roading, city and highway rides.

The Attention Assist helps the driver as soon as it detects signs of drowsiness on longer trips by

continuously monitoring over 72 different parameters of driving behavior while there is an

additional “Crosswind assist” as further assistance to driver support.

The new GL is available with the optimized, upgraded V6 diesel engine. The powerful off­roader

is unrivalled in its segment with its variety and innovations. The 2987cc engine produces 619Nm

of torque @ 1600­2400 and a power 190/258 @ 3600rpm. The robust engine coupled with

7G­TRONIC Plus Automatic transmission offers high level of responsiveness wherein the car

can reach 0­100kph is reached in 7.9 seconds, with the top speed at 220 km/hr making the new

GL 350 CDI impressive in every aspect.

The new GL­Class is immediately recognizable as a sports utility vehicle on account of its

styling, which is brimming with character. It combines expressive design and high­class appeal

to create a powerful presence. It is a forward­looking interpretation of a sophisticated SUV. With

the length of 5120 mm (+32 mm), width of 1934 mm (+4 mm) and height of 1840 mm (+10mm)

the new GL is longer, wider and taller than its predecessor, and looks even more impressive.

The self­assured muscular radiator grill with the Three Pointed Star oozes confidence and road

presence to the optimum level.

The debut of the new GL will be as the “Launch Edition”. This limited edition variant will be

offered as fully imported car and will have additional features like AMG body styling comprising

front and rear apron painted in body colors, 21­inch AMG 5 twin­spoke light­alloy, aluminium

finish running boards with LED illumination and flared wheel arches. Other specialties of the

‘Launch Edition’ will be Designo Exclusive Package, which takes the vehicle's high­quality look

and feel to a new level of exclusivity. The enrichment includes AMG sports seats and rear seats

featuring upholstery in designo leather, upper and lower dashboard sections and door beltlines in

design leather, heated front seats, design headlining in Dinimica black. The ‘Launch Edition’ will

also have heated seats, and temperature controlled cup holders.

The GL 350 CDI 4MATIC will be available at INR 77.50 lakhs ex­showroom Delhi.