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We really like the Mercedes-Benz M-Class that combines the ruggedness of an SUV and the luxury of a car
. In fact, we liked it so much we declared it the winner after a grueling shoot-out at the Little Rann of Kutch, over the BMW X5 and the Audi Q7. However the M-class hasn’t sold as well as the Audi that has captured Indians buyers’ fancy. We see more of the Q7 than Mercs and Beemer on Indian roads today. Now, to take the Q7 head-on, Mercedes-Benz has launched the GL-Class. How does it fare? Let’s find out.
The GL-Class is a full-sized luxury SUV that was primarily designed and engineered exclusively for the US market and this is evident in its huge size. The GL-Class (model name X 164) shares its platform with the M- Class 0N 164) and both were launched in North America in 2006. The GL is margin- ally longer than the Audi Q7 and at 2100mm (6.88 feet) it’s the tallest SUV available in India today. The variant available in India is the updated 2010 GL 350 CD! 4MATIC with BlueEFFICIENCY which claims to cut fuel consumption by up to 12 per cent with low rolling resistance tyres, light weight materials and an aerodynamic body, not to forget the 7G-Tronic auto transmission that shifts to neutral automatically when the car is stationary at a traffic light.

From the front, the GL looks big and brutish. The design is typical Mercedes-Benz and features a prominent twin slat chrome grille that along with the wheel arches fairings complements the aerodynamic BlueEFFICIENCY package. Bi-xenon projector headlamps and LED fog lamps which double up as daytime driving lights come as standard. The chrome front underbody protection looks sporty and protects the underpinnings when the going gets rough. The sides of the SUV are rather plain and featureless and the profile becomes rather boxy as you go aft of the C-pillar. The aluminum-effect running boards are the only attractive feature on the sides. From the rear though the GL looks much better though with echoes of the M-Class. Overall the GL has immense and intimidating presence while the chrome underbody protection, twin exhausts and LED tail lamps give it a touch of sportiness.

The GL-Class is available with a common- rail 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine (the 350 tag is a misnomer) that produces a maximum power of 226PS at 3800rpm and produces a maximum torque of 510Nm between 1000rpm and 2800rpm. It has an undersquare bore-stroke layout (83.0mm x 92.0mm) and a compression ratio of 17:7. This engine is part of Mercedes’ OM642 family of engines which is found on various models like the ML 350, S 320 and the E 350 though it makes the least power in the GL. A 7G-Tronic 7 speed automatic transmission with sport mode distributes the torque in a 50:50 split between the front and rear wheels. One can also manually shift via paddles. Shifting via the paddles is very quick and there is hardly any delay in information relayed from the shifter to the transmission while upshifting as well as downshifting. Just like all Mercedes-Benz cars the gear selection is done through a lever on the steering column freeing up space on the central tunnel for storage bins.

Have you seen the commercials for 2010 Mercedes E-Class? It makes me sick; it’s so high-tech! It has Blind Spot Assist, Distronic Plus, and Night View Assist Plus! I mean, I thought that since it had so many different types of wheels for just one car that would be complicated enough; but I guess I stand corrected.. again. Like the Mercedes Benz 280 Wheels, there’s like 3 types! And they all look the same! It’s horrible, or at least that’s what I think. But let’s get back to this fascinating new car, shall we?

You’re probably thinking, “What the heck is Blind Spot Assist?”, right? Well according to my sources, it’s specially designed to help all 2010 E-Class drivers determine if there’s someone in your blind spot. There’s a small red light that appears on your side view mirrors, on either side, to help you whenever you think about changing lanes. How helpful, right? But how annoying will it get? I mean how many times a day are there going to be people in your blind spot when you’re driving from Point A to Point B? Yeah it will lower the amount of accidents, but it’ll probably increase your level of irritation.

Now onto Distronic Plus. Let’s play a word game. What does Disctronic sound like to you? You got it: Distraction. So what happens when you’re driving and happen to get distracted or start dozing off? You’re car automatically “senses” it and some sort of alarm comes on to “wake you up” or be more aware of where you’re driving. Let’s say you’re driving on the freeway, the car’s radar eventually gets the idea that you’re just going straight and when the traffic ultimately comes to a halt, so does your car. Isn’t that great? It doesn’t mean that you can text or just do something else other than driving, it’s just there to assist you-not ultimately drive for you.

So we’re finally at Night View Assist Plus; when I first figured out that it was a feature, I just thought to myself, “Geez, does it drive for you when you fall asleep, too?!”; but then I realized that I was just getting ahead of myself. Anyways, Night View Assist Plus automatically looks ahead at what your headlights can’t see and senses if there’s something that you should notice when you’re driving. So let’s get all dramatic and say it’s a moonless night and it’s only you & the road. There’s no one there; then all of a sudden, you see two people walking on the side; but they don’t appear until you’re like two feet away! Not to worry, since you have this magnificent feature, you saw them from half a mile away. How cheesy, huh? I mean, if it’s just you & the road, you might as well put your high beams on & it would be the same thing!

Okay sure, the new 2010 Mercedes-Benz E Class is a gorgeous car, but are all the features really necessary? Let’s evaluate each one of them:
1. Blind Spot Assist. Do you really need a flashing red light everytime someone is in your blind spot? I’m sure people only look there whenever they’re going to swith lanes, right?
2. Distronic Plus. Okay, maybe this one’s a good one. It’s great that your car senses when you happen to be dozing off because you don’t want to get into an accident right?
3. Night View Assist Plus. BO-GUS. How often are you going to be driving somewhere where there’s no street lights? And if you do, how often are there going to be people walking there? Seriously?

Key chain enthusiasts have formed global clubs over the Internet. Here, you can become a member, and similar to many social networking sites, you can upload your key chain photos, list your favorite brands and chat with other hobbyists. Some websites also offer platforms where you can swap your key chains especially if they are limited edition ones.

Apart from the online tools, key chain collectors will also find many industry-made key chain accessories. This can be in the form of special, customized key chain holders which hobbyists can hang on the wall for their entire collections. There are actually many varieties to choose from.

The same can work well for Mercedes Benz key rings. With a logo or text engraving, these useful collectibles give homage to the artistry of the Mercedes Benz car. In fact, the brand has been so popular that many key chain and car enthusiasts have created entire collections simply out of the key chain.

In the recent years, car maker Mercedes Benz has marketed itself as a family-oriented vehicle, and at the same time still maintaining its prestige as a luxury car. You can see this in commercials boasting of generations of families who have used Mercedes cars. The car has even become an heirloom for some; many fathers find joy in handing down the keys to their Mercedes cars to their sons.

Some Mercedes key rings may even become a lucrative investment for you. A cheap $1.99 key chain today could become $49.99 later on. This is because limited stocks may mean more value, especially in the future. Similar to keeping jewelry or coins, the same could be said of Mercedes Benz key chains.

You can hang your Mercedes keyring, for example, from a glass-covered pane or suspend it from a metal bar along with other key rings. You can also display it alongside actual scale models of Mercedes Benz cars, for added creativity.

You might be surprised to know that key chain collection is still hugely popular today as it was before. The Mercedes key ring collector will find many resources and tools at his disposal.

Most automakers pick compact or midsize models when they decide a gasoline/electric powertrain is the sensible course. Yet, when Mercedes-Benz decided to develop a hybrid, planners went all the way to the top of the line: to the luxurious S-Class “flagship” sedan, as facelifted for 2010.

The new S400 Hybrid isn’t the first full-size luxury sedan to assume gasoline/electric operation. Lexus launched its LS 600h L sedan, with a comparable hybrid powertrain, as a 2008 model. Both companies evidently believe there’s a significant urge for greater fuel economy and reduced emissions, even at the upper end of the economic scale.

One big difference lies in the battery. With the S400, Mercedes-Benz is the first automaker to issue a series-production model with a lithium-ion battery pack that fits into the engine compartment. Except for seldom-seen Fisker and Tesla cars, other hybrids use nickel metal hydride batteries.

Under the S400 hood, a 3.5-liter V-6 gasoline engine generates 275 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. A 15-kilowatt electric motor is located between the gas engine and the seven-speed adaptive automatic transmission, which incorporates Sport and Comfort modes. The electric motor adds 20 horsepower, for a total of 295; plus 118 pound-feet of starting torque, to boost acceleration when taking off.

Unlike some hybrid-powertrain vehicles on the market, this one does not have a full hybrid system. The engine shuts off automatically as you slow down and come to a halt at a stoplight or stop sign, but the S400 Hybrid cannot run on battery power alone. Electricity augments the gasoline engine, but cannot substitute its function. In some hybrid models, the gasoline engine shuts off and restarts with a bit of a bump. Not here. It’s nearly impossible to discern the transition between engine shut-off and subsequent start-up at a stoplight.

The rear-wheel-drive S400 Hybrid gets a fuel-economy estimate from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of 19 mpg in city driving and 26 mpg on the highway—comparable to a smaller gas-engine car. In contrast, the Mercedes-Benz S550 sedan with a 382-horsepower V-8 gets a mileage estimate of only 15 mpg city/23 mpg highway. Naturally, the S600 with its 510-hp V-12 engine is even less thrifty. Built on a 124.6-inch wheelbase and measuring 206.5 inches long overall, the S400 Hybrid is a substantial automobile, weighing at least 4,390 pounds. That’s a lot for any powertrain to push.

Everything is super-smooth in the S400 Hybrid, just as it is in every S-Class sedan. After all, this is Mercedes-Benz’s prime model: the very top of the sedan lineup in terms of luxury and comfort/convenience. So, you get nearly every S-Class benefit and element of elegance, coupled with the promise of consuming less fuel and yielding fewer emissions.

With a 0-60 mph acceleration time of 7.2 seconds, performance admittedly falls short of the capabilities of the S550 sedan. Even so, the S400 Hybrid comes close enough to satisfy most potential buyers in this league. Only the most ardent high-end hot rodder is likely to grumble about any shortage of screaming acceleration. And those folks aren’t likely to lean toward a hybrid of any class, much less the upper-luxury S-Class. Even an S550 or S600 doesn’t satisfy everyone, which is why Mercedes-Benz’s AMG division turns out super-performance S63 and S65 editions.

Every S-Class model, including the S400, is loaded with technology and driver conveniences. The standard Pre-Safe system can sense an impending collision and tighten seatbelts, as well as apply additional braking force. Mercedes-Benz also offers a Driver Assistance Package that includes a Blind-Spot Alert, Lane-Departure Warning, and Distronic Plus adaptive cruise control. New Attention Assist is a driver-fatigue alert system that provides both an audible and visual warning when it senses lack of alertness.

Back-seat video entertainment with dual screens is offered. A Rear Seating Package includes four-zone automatic climate control, a rear-seat memory, and heated/active-ventilated rear seats. A Sport Package includes several appearance items, and may be augmented by a panoramic moonroof. Night View Assist Plus is another extra-cost option, but 20-inch tires are a no-charge alternative to the standard 18-inch rubber. Although the S400 Hybrid is the lowest-priced S-Class model, it’s hardly a giveaway at $88,825 (including destination charge). Still, the gasoline-engine S550 sedan stickers for $93,475.

We always dream to own a Mercedes Benz and at the end we become frustrated because it is just impossible to afford it. We, most of the normal people go through the same disappointment.Mercedes Benz is a stylish car with amazing features and not everyone has the ability to buy this car. It is really like a dream car for general publics. It is really elegant, well styled with beautiful looks and curves but the most depressing part is the cost because it is very costly and it is not a problem for rich people but for a normal people it is just like reaching for a starts.

So we continue our dreaming but time has changed and today you no longer need to dream for owning this car. Now you can take this car “lease” as an owner. There are several offers are available now where you can go for Mercedes Benz leasing without actually buying it. Without a long term commitment of perspective you can get the car of you dream by leasing Mercedes Benz.
But before leasing this car we need to carefully review all the terms and condition of the contract paper. Here you don’t have worry about maintenance charges and you can select any latest version of this car for lease. It will cost you extra rent if you exceed the pre agreed annual mileage. The fixed annual mileage is set at 12,000 miles per year.
So, leasing a Mercedes Benz is the best way to fulfilling the dream of driving Mercedes Benz with a reasonable price. Regular Mercedes news also helps you knowing about all the news latest Mercedes news and keeps you updates. A  Mercedes Lease is the best option to get a brand new one.