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Mercedes-Benz GL 63 AMG launched at Rs 1.66 crore

Mercedes-Benz GL 63 AMG is powered by a 5.5-litre V8 engine; to be brought in as a fully imported model.
1 min read15 Apr '14
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Mercedes-Benz has launched the GL 63 AMG at a price of Rs 1.66 crore (ex-showroom, Mumbai). The seven-seat GL 63 AMG weighs in at a hefty 2.5 tonnes.
 
This AMG version of the GL SUV is powered by a 5.5-litre biturbo V8 engine that develops power in the region of 550bhp and comes mated to a seven-speed 7G-Tronic automatic gearbox that sends power to all four wheels (40/60 front-rear bias). The carmaker claims a 0-100kph sprint time of 4.9seconds and has limited the top speed to 250kph. Suspension is via an ‘AMG ride control’ package of adaptive, self-levelling air suspension and active anti roll-bars.
 
The Mercedes-Benz GL 63 AMG will be brought in as a fully imported model.
 

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New Audi R8 in the works

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Hyundai Xcent sedan racks up over 11,000 bookings

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Hyundai Xcent.

Over 6 lakh vehicles recalled in India under SIAM code

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3 min read14 Apr '14
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New Land Rover Discovery range to feature rugged SUV

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Land Rover Discovery SUV.

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