At the time of the premiere of Mercedes Gle Coupe, many experts began to call him the main competitor to BMW X6, which now looks extremely strange. Yes, X6 interesting and decent car, but not to say that he is soupeless. For example, last year in the United States sold only 3900 with the "tail" BMWX6 against 47000 x5 and 46700 Mercedes ML. And once GLE Coupe still appeared, why suddenly he should compete with x6? Yes, because BMW x5 and x6 differ only in bodies. And, speaking on the market in one niche, they lure buyers from each other. At the same time GLE and GLE Coupe - two completely different cars.
GLE has a hybrid modification that GLE Coupe has. Gle 400 Glezine V6 here works in a pair with an 85 kilowatt electric motor, and the electrical battery is charging from directly. The floor of the hybrid trunk is noticeably higher, because the battery and other equipment integrated into the former body.
It is stupid to argue that GLE and ML are two completely different cars. Gle inherited from ML full off-road arsenal: a large range of change in clearance, downstream transmission and even mechanical lock rear Differential. GLE Coupe is deprived of a set to overcome off-road, but something he has acquired in return. The model that in Mercedes-Benz is counted for the range of the coupe, and not crossovers, sharpened under the asphalt.
Specifications
Excluding AMG models of general versions of Coupe and simple GLE are only two: with a 258-strong Turbodiesel 3.0 (for Russia - 249 hp) and with a turbocharged V6 (333 hp) of the same volume.The GLE Coupe model is not equipped with a junior turbodiesel (2.1 l with a capacity of 204 hp) - it is installed only on the version of GLE 250 D, which may be rear-wheel drive (for Russia, these cars are not supplied). The turbocharged 4.7-liter V8 (435 hp) is also not in Coupe - it is present only on GLE 500. Perhaps it is temporary, because only the "five hundred" is still equipped with a 7-range machine instead of the newest 9G-Tronic.
However, the 7G-Tronic works together with the engine of the rechargeable GLE 500 E hybrid, which also does not have Coupe. The Gle 400 gasoline V6 is in a pair with an 85-kil-cylinder electric motor. Total power power plant - 442 hp
GLE Coupe only one unique modification. On GLE 450 AMG "Six" 3.0 forced to 367 hp But it does not only make it a capacity in power ... Huge air intakes, 21-inch discs in basic configuration - Intermediate link between ordinary GLE Coupe and AMG monsters, Gle 450 AMG Coupe looks as if he wants to eat the fastest crossovers in the world. Here, the settings of the pneumatic suspension and the electric power steering wheel, and even the moment on the axes are distributed differently: it is not equal, and in relation to 40:60 with the priority of the rear axle. With this version and let's start.
Forward to the unexplored
Gle450 AMG is not just roasting, it still also shoots when the gas is discharged. This is the most shameless provocation of the active ride. And how he goes! It is clear and accurately ruling, easily and excitely gains speed, perfectly keeps directly and it remains comfortable in Mercedes. One remark - active transverse stability stabilizers would like to be seen as standard.Equipment of ordinary versions leaves much to be desired, but this is a typical company policy. GLE CUPE body is strengthened as they usually increase the rigidity on sports cars:
- conductive amplifier in front of the radiator;
- cross beam in the back of the roof;
- the strut under the hood over the front racks.
The Agility Control Chassis for GLE Coupe - Standard, and the airmatic pneumatic suspension (option for 142,000 rubles) has its own settings. Electronics accurately controlled by electronics ADS Plus shock absorbers with stepless adjustment of damping (on models with spring suspension shock absorbers are also active, but mechanical - with "amplitude-dependent" characteristics), GLE Coupe is able to delight on the asphalt - not only from comfort, software and management.
Diesel thrust GLE 350 D (620 nm from 1600 rpm) is enough in any situation, and its sound is like a rumbling of a satisfied cat. And not too loud - noise insulation here is also on Mercedesian standards. Yes, the steering wheel is slightly empty, but this is a three-beam star standard.
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Up to 100 km / h Mercedes-AM G GLE 63 S 4Matic Coupe accelerates faster than you read its name - 4.2 seconds. And if someone seemed that the cool GLE 450 AMG is no longer necessary, now ... I don't remember other machines - only listen to the shooting of the exhaust of the mighty 585-strong "eight". Yes, the machine has not nine steps - here is still a strengthened version of 7G-Tronic, and the other iron is familiar to ML 63 AMG, but it all does not matter. Unbelled drive!
AMG version - another point of intersection of GLE and GLE Coupe: You can choose a "rocket" in any body and in any extent of the 5.5-liter v8 forcing. 557 hp or 585, if at the end of the index there is a letter S. I wonder if someone will not choose the most powerful version? Why not: without the options GLE 63 S Coupe will cost without a small 8 million, and the "second top" is 600 thousand cheaper.
A fun function that was not before: Monitor Motion Mode. Their number depends on the model, but there is always an Individual mode, where from the settings of the power unit, suspension and steering can be selected your option and save it. AMG version must have Sport + mode. Include it ... Instead of the road, the monitor shows a racing track with a red and white wet, and on it - the image of the car with the indication of all systems and the amount of accelerations. No less interesting "cartoons" shows and GLE with Offroad Engineering Pack in Offroad + mode ... Yes, we moved from asphalt!
We look next
With ice calm Gle slides down the 75 percent slope. The sloping assistant from the mountain is on all GLE, but the rest ... Diagonal hanging, traverses, cool lifts - I had to use and "Redeecha", and blocking, and choose all 285 mm clearance.Here it is best to understand that GLE and Coupe are two very different models. Those who wanted more glamor received a spectacular body, for the rest of the GLE they retained a real SUV. His male, "economic" image is no longer considered a weakness - the image shaver is closed with a bright coupe. The interior of the hybrid is the same as other GLE.
Parameters
It's nice that GLE saved all the advantages of the ML model - this is a real Mercedes in the best sense of the word. Yes, and a set of off-road systems for it, if desired, you can form very serious.Lowering, locking the rear differential and many other useful systems are available only as options. However, this situation is now at the main competitors. GLE Coupe is able to delight when driving on asphalt roads - not only due to comfort, but also to a considerable extent, its handling.
The onboard menu complicated: the perfect interface of the Comand is mired in new submenu. The buttons are not attacked by a million buttons, so much has been removed in the menu, including control of the pneumocontuits of the chairs.
conclusions
For the pleasure you have to pay. The car in the Coupe version will arrive at 500,000 rubles more than an SUV in the basic configuration. It is worth looking at the GLE 500 E. hybrid. If there is a garage and a socket, this is an excellent alternative to GLE 500 with V8. Especially since they are equally worth.Volvo XC90 D5 AWD Inscription
Power 225 hp, acceleration 0-100 km / h 7.8 s, price from 4 907 700 rub.
Audi Q7 3.0 TFSI Quattro
Power 333 hp, acceleration 0-100 km / h 6.1 s, Price from 5 121 275 rub.
Power 249 hp, acceleration 0-100 km / h 7.1 s, Price from 5 320 258 rub.
Range Rover. Sport SDV8.
Power 339 hp, acceleration 0-100 km / h 6.9 s, Price from 5 896 005 rub.
BMW X5 xDrive 40D
Power 313 hp, acceleration 0-100 km / h 5,9 s, Price from 6 495 350 rub.
Volvo XC90 D5 AWD Inscription
Audi Q7 3.0 TFSI Quattro
Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 D 4Matic
Range. Rover Sport SDV8.
BMW X5 xDrive 40D
Audi Q7, BMW X5, MB GLE 350 D, Volvo XC90 D5, RR SPORT SDV8
A full-size premium brand SUV for many is a cherished consumer dream. And for many, this dream, alas, remains unsinkable. We believe that dreams should come true, and collected at one time and in one place five cars at once - one of the other is better. Or no better? Now will figure it out!
Text Vasily Ostrovsky, photo Artem Popovich
All cars are currently reported. The most "old" - Range Rover Sport: His sales began in the summer of 2013. BMW X5 appeared at the end of the same year, and Volvo XC90, Audi Q7 and Mercedes-Benz Gle came to Russia quite recently.
Frankly, a comparison of such cars has a greater extent academic interest, rather than practical meaning. Speaking about such a format, as an expensive SUV of noble origin, it is necessary to take into account not only the "physical" parameters of the car, but its "sincere" qualities. It is difficult to imagine that a person who has thoughtful to sit behind the "Mercedes" steering wheel, can prefer his star of a blue-white propeller machine with a different ideology. Yes, and Engoman is unlikely to boil on the Teutonic technique: in his view, Range can only be even more expensive "Ranj".
But "Audi" and "Volvo" are somewhat mansion. However, Q7 was previously the status thing, while XC90 was only now raised to the level of the rest of the vehicles, considerably in price compared to its predecessor. Well, the more interesting our observations will be.
Audi Q7 3.0 TFSI Quattro
Without a small ten years, there was between the premieres of the two generations Q7 - the term for current standards is almost consecutive. The new "ku" differs from the old straight: if the former car seemed rounded by a rounded miscurrent, then now "Audi" was sharpened in the edges and ... stopped looking like an SUV. But because big crossover Just must be impressive!
Impressions from the salon are also ambiguous. The first assessment is cool. Interestingly performed climate control handles, on which the temperature and mode of operation are displayed. Great made of black wooden inserts with matte texture and thin stripes.
Fully digital devices are impressive: the graphics are worked perfectly, and the highest functionality. However, the last feature is a stick about two ends: an excess of readings on the display significantly complicates perception. And it was still very surprised by the orientation of the dashboard: it is not addressed to the organ of vision of the driver, but as if tilted down. To this, you get used to it, but the question "why?" Nevertheless remains.
SUV? Rather, a big wagon. Very big! And also - solid, strict, comfortable. Driving this car experience a sense of confidence and invulnerability. Perfect finish, proper handling and powerful acceleration of gasoline V6. Purchase on the back sofa almost more than you need! And the front is all good: comfortable chairs, beautiful and, in principle, understandable interface. What can I find face here? That's just I would prefer a version with a diesel engine, even if the dynamics would even be damaged. Then for me Q7 would definitely be a good option.
When removing the machine on the front panel and the doors, bright white stripes flashed, which are replaced by red after a while. Speected! I didn't like this performance, but not all experts appreciated such beauty, finding her annoyingly intrusive.
However, when it comes to the convenience of managing the multimedia interface, there was no differences: the Germans made a waum. The looped buttons of the touchpad in combination with a round controller and the selection keys of various menu sections are blasting the brain. In addition, the volume adjustment knob is located away from useless touchpad and besides swinging. As a result, adjust the volume to the passenger turns out to be more information than the driver. Mount from the mind!
"Audi" likes a soft suspension: the car is some incomprehensible way even large irregularities, without shaking wheels and without swaying the body. Yes, and the trunk is large, moreover, its volume can be adjusted not only by folding the rear row, but simply moving the individual parts of it back and forth. However, with a cunning on-board system, I could not find a common language, no matter how hard it tried: the journey of the management bodies on the central tunnel plunged me into horror. This is some kind of ergonomic vakhanalia, by God! I didn't like the screen instead of the dashboard: to figure out numerous numbers is not easy, besides, it remains an intractable mystery to me, why it is set with a slope down.
Our copy turned out to be in a strange configuration: with pretty expensive options, such as the Bang & Olufsen audio system, the car was deprived of the memory of the front seats and climate control for the passengers of the sofa. The steering column was generally not electrified - as, however, and on "Volvo". Nevertheless, there are no complaints from the chairs - the adjustment ranges are more than sufficient. Rear seats are also adjustable: individual parts of the sofa can be moved longitudinally and tilt the back in very wide limits. By the stock of space and the convenience of entry / exit "Audi" outside competition.
The armrest is divided into two equal parts,
each of which is regulated by length. At the same time, the "warehouse" itself in its depths is extremely modest in terms of volume
Touchpad does not justify expectations:
the driver has a desire to take advantage of them as a means of navigating the menu, but it is suitable only for the "palpais" input, which you use quite rarely
Very comfortable steering wheel
in places, grip is separated by gentle perforated skin. Separate joy - Special button to adjust the volume of the navigation system
Of the five cars, only Q7 was equipped with 333-strong gasoline engine And in terms of power inflounted exclusively "Ranju". With the dynamics, of course, the crossover is all in perfect order. And the most bright impression Leave the smoothness of the "ku-seventh". More comfortable suspension I do not remember! Small irregularities crossover destroys completely, and large reduces to frivolous sizes. You can pass on the "Legging Police", without reducing the speed at all. Healthy!
But the car handling alert. On the one hand, the "German" demonstrates a magnificent holder in turns - on the other, it does not seek reliable information in the hands of the driver regarding the angle of rotation of the wheels: the light steering wheel does not have sufficient informativeness, and in turn it has to fall almost at random.
As for the passability, the "Audi" in this discipline is not strong, even despite the presence of a pneumatic suspension with the possibility of changing the clearance: a long wheeled base and large swells are not the best kindergarten on off-road.
BMW X5 xDrive 40D
Even at the end of the last century, in Munich, they proved to the whole world that the SUV could have a sports car habits: appearing in 1999, X5 became the most driver crossover (before the appearance of Cayenne was still three years). Yes, and now "X-fifth" everything also provokes to ride "with a high-raised key." Another thing is that, compared with the predecessor E70, the current car of the F15 series has become much more comfortable: excellent smooth course - the main acquisition of X5.
Like "Mercedes", the Bavarian crossover professes the facilities to tradition: from the point of view of the "boomer" in the cabin, everything is located in their places. but key difference Munich traditionalism from Stutgart is that from the point of view of a normal person in BMW with ergonomics there are no problems. With each new generation, the "X-fifth" is becoming increasingly rich electronics, but its high density per square meter of the car does not conflict with the convenience of use - except for navigation, which is categorically inconvenient to control the circular controller. Eh, here would be a normal human touchscreen ...
"Ha-Fifth" is a certain history and image. He is like a noble horse that dreams of breaking in a gallop. But what kind of boredom in the cabin? This is a crossover from the premium segment! Where is the deliberate luxury, which generously give up the nearest competitors? It seems to be all with it - "and the skin, and a face." And yet, as if something is not enough - some kind of deliberate gloss, or something ... but the trunk with a separate door is a comfortable thing. If we abstract from the specific image of the "boomer", then in the dry residue will be universal, but devilish fast car, well-appropriate inquiries of adult couple with a couple of young children, which will be cozy for not too spacious rear sofa.
Against the background of the competitors, the "X-fifth" salon may even seem slightly conservative: despite the fact that the multimedia interface is endowed with rather extensive powers, the main functions are still hanged on the usual buttons. Of inconveniences, it is worth noting non-fixed steering switches (determine in what mode wipers are working, only a person with well-developed intuition is capable of the same joystick.
Front armchairs at BMW masterpiece - without exaggeration. In addition to the millions of all sorts of familiar adjustments, the front seats also "break" in half the back: the angle of inclination of its top can be set separately. In general, the chair can be easily adjusted on any, even the most non-standard figure. Bravo!
BMW seemed to me too twitching: he accelerates jumps and slows down - the brake pedal was unnecessary. I did not like the fact that the thresholds are not protected from dirt - in this sense, Audi and Range Rover is preferable. But with the smoothness of the stroke there are no problems. And also surprised the lack of a pneumatic suspension with the adjustment of the clearance: it seems to me that in this class and for this money it should be mandatory equipment.
Bavarians have long supplied their dear cars projection displays, and X5 has not exceeded. According to the quality of information feed, it is flawless: a clear color image seems to boil over the road. HUD is also VOLVO, but the Swedes have a simpler successful.
Ambient lighting interior
allows you to select the color of the illumination at the discretion of the driver - the corresponding point in the onboard system menu is dedicated to this function.
Double armrest
opens access to the box on a central tunnel, in which a significant part of the volume has been pulled by the shelf under mobile phone. By the way, BMW supports the simultaneous connection of two phones
Most laconic dashboard
provides an unlaced perception crucial information. In addition, some data are displayed on the projection display.
X5 is not shy not shy to exhibit their sports skills
Despite the fact that the current "X-fifth" slightly cooled, changing the stiffness of the stroke for smoothness, it still does not hesitate to expose his sports skills - especially this applies to a modification with a 313-strong diesel engine, a creamy pair of dozen turbines. Motor - Chumova! And the box to him in the most suit: transfers replace each other quickly, but smoothly.
The steering wheel is clear, sharp - and at the same time not annoying excessively nervousness. Sports mode seemed by a piece of narrow use: Easy, unobtrusive impulvability leaves, leaving the naked bunch of nerves - for each pressing of the gas, the car is unnecessarily twitching forward, sometimes forcing to slow down. The brakes in X5, by the way, are also very sensitive - to this feature you have to get used to it.
From the point of view of passability, uniquely BMW is inferior to the leaders: despite the decent road lumen and well-working imitation of differential locks, X5 is deprived and downstream, and pneumatic suspension with changeable clearance.
Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 D 4Matic
Normally GLE is considered a new model, but in fact Mercedes became the most age participant of our test: in fact, this is a third generation ML, processed by restyling.
The interior during the modernization has not changed too much: instead of the display built into the front panel, it appeared. new RuleAnd a small wheel for walking on the onboard system menu has gone to a massive controller with a touch panel hanging over it.
Mercedes seems perfectly balanced machine
Inertia Schwabs Exploited with a multitude of the left-hander switch, to which you need to adapt a long time if your first "Mercedes". To the fact that the windshield wipers turn on to the left of the steering wheel, and not to the right, it is impossible to get used to it. But to the selector of the "automat", which sticks out from the steering column on the spot the lever for janitors, adapt instantly. When I moved to BMW after "Mercedes", then instead of moving from the place, I cleaned the windshield.
"Mercedes" for me - a brand special: I have a weakness from childhood to cars with a three-beam star. Salon at GLE Like a cozy office, from which I do not want to go out. Everything here is thorough, almost conservatively - and at the same time modern, respectable and aristocratic. There are no comments to the ride qualities - they are polished to the brilliance. Yes, and Mark speaks for himself: the word "Mercedes" does not need to explain to anyone. True, I do not like the new system of designations - on the hearing, it is almost impossible to distinguish between one SUV from another.
The front seats of our GLE have been electrified at the maximum. The management of them is traditionally put on the door, however, in the bases there are buttons there are buttons - in particular, they regulate the lumbar sub-project. By the way, a curious feature: as the seats shift, they automatically raise head restraints - in my opinion, it is absolutely logical.
It's just surprising that other manufacturers still did not occur to do so. No less strange and the fact that Mercedesovs for some reason did not use the seat to facilitate the driver's landing: when the ignition is turned off, only the steering wheel is off.
By the stock of space on the couch, Mercedes is inferior to the "Audi" and "Volvo", but wins from BMW and Range. There is no inconvenience with the entrance and exit, although the probability of staining pants still exists - the doors do not protect the thresholds from dirt.
Of all five cars, Mercedes gives the impression of the most solid car. In it, everything is emphasized well: and noble appearance, and a comfortable interior, and a spacious trunk. True, with a multimedia, it seems to me, the Germans have twisted themselves: the touch panel on the central tunnel here is clearly superfluous. But the picture on the screen is good: and the image quality is extremely clear, and the font is quite large - no problems with the perception of information. And the operation of the circular survey system and at all above all silence! I liked the fact that for GLE can be ordered disposal box With downstream: With it, pull out the trailer with a boat - a pair of trifles. And yet, with other things being equal, I would prefer the larger GL - solely because of its size.
From the point of view of cargo transportation, the GLE salon designed successfully. And although the pillows and the back of the rear row have to be added separately, lowering head restraints to the lower position, but this operation leads to the formation of an absolutely flat floor.
The easiest control of the audio system
due to the fact that the driver has the ability to choose the way to interact with it - through the menu of the multimedia interface, keys on the steering wheel or buttons on the central console
Cool circular overview with a clear picture,
which forms the quartet cameras, is a great working tool: ride reverse, focusing solely on the display, on Mercedes is easier than
Light leather of the salon was too brand:
a completely new car with a mileage of less than a thousand kilometers she has already acquired a distinct blue tint.
The steering column will sharpen in the set of levers -
three left and one right. However, if you get used to the selector "automat" quite quickly, then a cornal multifunctional lever with turn signals and windshields is not so easy to learn
Three-liter diesel, which is revived by GLE 350 D, carefully inscribed in the "tax" 249 forces (in Europe, the same engine produces 258 hp) and is equipped with a 9-speed "automatic". Works such a tandem great: a set of speed occurs quickly, but in Mercedesian smoothly. Noise isolation worked in the most thorough way, the suspension is wrapped in excellent - smoothness is good even in sports mode. Mercedes generally left the impression of an ideally balanced car.
Yes, he is almost sterile in sensations - there is no single comment to his behavior! At the same time, the crossover from the Stuttgart is boring a boring language does not turn - GLE seems like a very alive and moving organism. His character is deliberately smooth, but it is precisely in this that the charm of this car lies: it is felt that a grand engineering work is worth such restrained behavior.
As for the off-road qualities of Mercedes, then on the road, he will only give way to "Ranju", and even then only the smallest: in the arsenal GLE 350 D, supplemented with Offroad package with pneumatic suspension, There is a lower transmission, forced blocking of the central differential and adjustable road clearance, the maximum value of which reaches 285 mm.
Range Rover Sport SDV8
Generation was made from Discovery, his heir was built on common platform With big "Rangem". During the reincarnation of RRS, it became easier for four hundred kg and got new engines - in particular, a 4.4 liter turbodiesel, which was just standing under the hood of our car. So mighty "Dviglo" and the tank will be dragged by playing - not the fact that the SUV! In response to the press of the SPORT accelerator pedal, slightly squeezing on the rear axle, goes into the offensive to the space under the uterine hum of diesel "eight". And although BMW and Audi will give up the Range Draga, and Audi, the impressions of overclocking are still very strong: you immediately feel in great and heavy, but at the same time an incredibly rapid machine that generates a sense of total superiority over other road users.
This illusion feeds a high landing - you look at the neighbors in the thread. It provides good visibility, but complicates access to the car: you can not sit down in Ranj and do not even enter, but rising. Low people jump into the salon will be more difficult than the growth of the growth above average. And the planting process on the front passenger seat of the girl in a narrow skirt and turns into a strip show at all!
Former "Sport" I did not really like it - with all Paphos, he seemed rustic. Here is the new "Ranj" - another thing! He is beautiful and Elegance, although it looks impressive and terrible. For the organization indoor space "British" is something like BMW - for example, in the back row, I miss my height, and it's inconvenient to sit there - interferes with a beveled body rack. In terms of handling, it is inferior to the Bavarian crossover - but it is clearly capable of off-road feats, for which I personally can ever fit.
Disadvantages When landing, the British SUV compensates for a full-fledged system of comfortable access and thresholds that always remain clean - they are completely closed with doors with seals.
Rear passengers "Range" is also not easy: in addition to the high location above the ground, the input-output complicates the protruding wheel arch and a strongly inclined body rack. Yes, and places on the legs are less than in other machines, although more than in BMW. And here is the largest armrest, in which it also lies the remote control of the entertainment system - each passenger is put on the monitor and a set of headphones.
The English car liked more than the rest. If you do not pay attention to some inconvenience like difficulties with the inclusion of seats heating, then "Range" bribes the convenience of planting. The steering wheel and armchair departure, facilitating the exit, and the thresholds are protected from dirt by the doors. And what is the motor here! He not only forces large car Rapidly gaining a move, but also is distinguished by an exorbitantly low fuel consumption. I'm confused only possible problems With reliability.
The front row lives easier. Nevertheless, here is its specificity. For example, heating and ventilation seats can be activated only with the help display of the multimedia system, although in the desired menu item you get immediately by pressing a special button on the central console. By the way, only in the "Range" you can warmly warm or cool the back either the seat cushion, pressing the desired zone on the display with your finger on the chairs.
Unfortunately, RRS was published, without waiting for a new multimedia system, which debuted on Jaguar XE: the old one is distinguished by primitive graphics, obviously not corresponding to the status of the machine. I did not like and work with USB drives: the system does not recognize all flash drives and refuses to reproduce individual tracks for unknown reasons.
In general, the interior of the "British" produces an exceptionally pleasant impression - the skin of the first-class release is adjacent to polished aluminum and pleasant to the touch plastic.
Display with a forked image
it is considered a corporate chip of British cars: the driver and front passenger will simultaneously see different pictures
Non-fixed gearbox selector
it is understood in use, however, a brilliant washer. which manages the machine on other "Rangers", looks more stylish, but for easy use even preferable the joystick
Displays with outdated graphics -
here is the main problem of multimedia devices "Ranj Rover". However, you can refuse the usual analog instruments from the virtual dashboard.
Comfortable access system
on the British car significantly facilitates the process of placement behind the wheel: the steering wheel rises upstairs and presses to the front panel, and the chair shifts back
The trunk of this "Range" is apparently because he is "sport" - not perfect. First, a significant loading height complicates the placement of heavy boosted. Secondly, if you fold the rear sofa, then the smooth floor will not get. Thirdly, extract from the floor with a lot of full-size spare vessels can except a person with good physical training.
Despite the powerful motor, Sport does not have to go for racing tracks, although it is capable of going fast: the cruising speed is far behind the "hundred" for him - in the order of things. The smoothness of the course of good, however, when driving, more or less large irregularities comes to an understanding of whether the wheel's SUV: oscillations of unsophisticated masses feel better than I would like.
But on the passability of "Ranju" there is no equal! The suspension is characterized by impressive articulation, besides, pneumatic bullies allow you to raise the body over the ground up to a record 335 mm. Also in the list of off-road virtues at the "British" there is a razdatka with a praying, as well as the forced blocking of the central and rear differentials.
Volvo XC90 D5 AWD Inscription
Like the Audi Q7, the flagship crossover Volvo would have concluded at the start: the first generation XC90 gave way to his successor only on the twelfth year of life. However, the expectation of the new car was worth it - "the ninetieth" successful for glory!
And gasoline and diesel engineswhich is equipped with XC90, have the same configuration: two liters, four cylinders plus addresses different degrees of arrogance.
It looks like "Volvo" by Scandinavian careless, but at the same time modern and absolutely recognizable. Solid symbolism: the sign of Mars on the radiator grille, and the headlights are decorated with a hammer of the thorah - the T-shape of the LED running lights should be interpreted this way. It is a pity that the Swedes for some reason did not cover the thresholds by the doors: when landing is easy to stain his pants.
The appearance of the Swedish car seems to me boring. But inside the second generation crossover surprised not only highly artistic design of the interior, but also its convenience: everything is for a person here. Yes, and the "tablet" on the central console here is quite appropriate, especially since it is managed by touch, and not diligent twist and drill. And what is the chic sound of the audio system! It is a pity that "Volvo" went up so much: if the new XC90 cost as much as old, he would definitely become a hit!
Once inside the Volvo, you immediately relax, having honed the very "atmosphere of well-being", which so carefully impregnated the salon designers. The inner world of hs90 is made with a great taste and graduated from the grace. What is only worth the inner decoration of the door: a sculptural surface, a combination of textures, colors, smooth lines of docking materials make it a piece of art. Separate items that are presented as branded chips do not look far-finished: fried "jewelry" to start the engine and the selection of motion modes is not just functional, but also easy to use. In any case, the quality of the finishing of XC90 is not inferior to German and British cars. The only fear causes a lacquer black plastic, from which the buttons on the knob and the door panel are made, the framing of climate control deflectors and the display on the center console. It all looks fashionable, but in fact it turns out to be marked.
By the way, about the display: a vertically-oriented touch tablet with the Sensus interface, over the filling of which Corpel experts Mitsubishi ElectricDiffers good graphics and sufficient speed. It turned out to be easier to understand the menu than it seemed that the proportion of lack of logic does not suffer. But virtual devices were not impressed - after communicating with Audi, it does not leave the feeling that the Swedes mastered only a small part of the potential of such a dashboard.
The main problem in "Volvo" I first seemed the absence of buttons - it turned out that many functions were blocked into a large screen. True, it turned out that it was quite convenient to use it. Only small inscriptions on the monitor are grieved - you have to wear glasses, which are not clear where to store - someone's designers are not provided for. But the XC90 turned out to be the only car with a normal lever "Automat" instead of new-fashioned joysticks.
But the space of the salon in Volvo uses the entire coil! According to the stock of space on the second row of XC90 only the "Audi" is inferior, while the range of facilities for passengers is much wider here. In addition, our car was equipped with a third nearby seats, on which even an adult can accommodate. By the way, in the "Audi" and BMW configurators, too, a similar option is, however, there were no additional places in the trunk. But only Volvo offers a built-in baby chair: a cushion in the center of the sofa with a light movement of the hand is transformed into the booster.
And the trunk at the HS90 is completely the best! In addition to the fact that it is the most roomy, it can be extended to the salon, turning the second row to the smooth floor. The "main" loading platform varied typical for the "Volvo" Organizer dividing the space into two parts. Surprisingly, even the presence of a third row of seats was not a hindrance for a spare wheel in the subfield. And although this is just a punishment rate, but still ...
They are the strongest parties to the Swedish car. The Swedes were able to achieve such a conciseness, stubbing many functions in the depths of the multimedia system
In the movement "Swede" unexpectedly pleased with the power unit: suddenly it turned out that a two-liter diesel engine copes with such a major "Tulov", endowing the car with decent acceleration dynamics. And although "Volvo" is not so absent as his rivals, to reproach the car in the motor impotence it is impossible.
Summary
The long-awaited Audi Q7 left a very ambiguous impression. Having absorbed a bunch of new technologies, the German crossover reassembled itself: the high-tech instrument panel and the multimedia interface look great, but do not differ in use. Among the obvious advantages of "Audi" can be noted high riding comfort and space in the back row, however "blurred" steering And rather dull appearance do not contribute to the emergence of sympathy.
The long-term progress of the Bavarian crossover led to the expected result: by the amount of BMW X5 points, he took a deserved first place. In no discipline, he did not look frankly weakly, and on the ride qualities a famously stacking other participants in our "status" runs, once again I confirming the obvious: "Boomer" - a car for connoisseurs of fast ride. As for not the most spacious rear row and moderate success on off-road, it is easy to write off to a different system of values.
Mercedes-Benz Gle turned out to be the most balanced and harmonious car among itself. It is noticeable and estimated: Stuttgart's pupil did not allow himself to get herself lower than eight points. And this is in a sense too, the victory! "Mercedes" seeks to please all and immediately that it turns out convincing. To whom Gle seems not enough, we can advise to pay attention to the senior at the rank of GL, which will turn into GLS in the near future.
Running everyone on off-road, Range Rover Sport gave a slack in some nominations, giving way to competitors for freight qualities and a disorder in the back row. And yet it does not spoil the overall impression from the British car: "Sport" has such strong charisma that individual deficiencies easily allow them to close their eyes. Brutal SUV with a huge diesel engine and incredible potential outside asphalt - this is really a serious car worthy of a real man!
Volvo XC90 turned out to be an extremely friendly car. Swedish crossover has an amazingly cozy interior, capacious trunk and a priesthood; A two-liter turbodiesel easily copes with moving in space such a large machine. "Volvo" will be the faithful companion in the city and an excellent fellow traveler in a long trip - in general, perfect
Family transport. In this format, high passability is not particularly needed to him, but the suspension could be softer.
The crossover from Ingolstadt in our market offers a modest choice of two three-liter V6 with a supervision: gasoline power 333 either 249-strong diesel. Both power units are equally - 3,630,000 rubles. In addition to four main complete sets (basic, Comfort, Sport and Business), the Germans offer and a whole wipes of non-shelf options. Audi warranty is limited to two years without a mileage limit, while the service will be waiting for you with open arms every 15,000 km.
The price list on large "Xers" begins with a mark of 3,330,000 rubles for the XDrive35i version with a three-liter turbo capacity of 306 forces. Diesel modifications are more expensive - from 3,490,000 rubles. However, in any case, it makes sense to choose from cars kaliningrad assemblywhich are offered in fixed configurations - they are much better equipped and at the exit are more profitable. Factory guarantee - two years without a mileage limit, interservice mileage defines the onboard system.
The most affordable version was GLE 250 D with a 204-strong diesel engine for 3,490,000 rubles. However, there is no sense in the basic version of the meaning - the "special series" is more than 250 thousand more than 250 thousand, but not in an example is richer. Such GLE 350 D, as we have, costs from 4,050,000 rubles. Gasoline modifications begin from 3,850,000 rubles., And the top version of GLE 63 S with a 585-strong V8 Buturbo is estimated at least 7,690,000 rubles. Warranty - standard two years without a mileage limit, anService interval -15 000 km.
The most accessible "sport" with a three-liter gasoline engine (340 liters s.) Is estimated at 4,122,000 rubles. The machine with a 249-strong diesel engine will cost at least 4,415,000 rubles. Modifications with V8 is even more expensive: diesel SDV8 (4.4 liters, 339 liters) will cost 6 080,000, and gasoline 5.0 S / C (510 liters s.) - at 6 135,000 rubles. At the top of the gamma settled 550-strong SVR. The Range Rover warranty is valid for three years and is limited to mileage of 100,000 km, and the corporate service will have to visit every 13,000 km.
Unlike competitors, VOLVO XS90 is a basic version with D4 diesel (190 liters.) It implies the drive only to the front wheels - for such a machine will have to pay 3,040,000 rubles. The more powerful D5 AWD (225 hp) will cost 230 thousand more expensive, and the most affordable gasoline modification T5 (249 forces) costs 3,281,000 rubles. For a 320-strong motor T6 will have to pay another 492 thousand. The factory warranty on the XC90 - two years without a mileage, a visit to the service - every 20,000 km.
Mercedes Gle 2017 2018: successful combination of design and equipment
Updated Mercedes Crossover Gla 2017 declassified before the official premiere. The official presentation of the car took place on October 10, 2016. I recently found out that sales of a new model in Europe have already started. Therefore, the network began to appear more and more information that I carefully collected. On the Russian market, the car will not get to the summer. In the meantime there is time to get acquainted with the novelty.
Mercedes Gla 2017 appeared on the network photo allow you to see a stylish, modern and trendy car. The size of the body of the new model was noticeably more. dimensions Massed 4900 mm long, in a width of 2000 mm, in a height of 1731 mm. The car bribed me with neat headlights, the filling of which adaptive xenon, beautiful strokes of the LED daytime running lights, as well as a massive and elegant radiator grille on which a large chrome emblem is banging.
Solid and strictly looks a new front bumper, which has acquired new, huge sections of air intakes. The hood of the car is decorated with fashionable climbing ribs, which give Mercedes Gla 2017 rapidness and dynamism. A new profile will like many.
It demonstrates power, strength and reliability. Very harmonious looks a stupid nose of the hood, large opening of side doors with a high windows line, as well as compact glasses.
Impressive powerful wheel diskswhich now got a size of 22 inches. They perfectly fit into the blowing wheel arches. Behind the car also looks good. I liked the neat cover luggage compartment, Luxury lights with LED filling, as well as the original exhaust system.
Mercedes-Benz GLE 350D 4Matic - Big Test Drive / Big Test Drive
Sergey Stallavin and Rustam Wahidov in confusion. Mercedes began to bring alphabets to the market.
Amenities inside the cabin
Mercedes Gle Salon 2017 is spacious and high. Such an effect was achieved thanks to the increased dimensions of the car. In the cabin can freely accommodate five people. An explicit plus, I consider high ceilings, comfortable landing of the chairs, almost flat floor surface, as well as enviable stock of free space over the heads of sitting.
Very impressed the trunk. Most of the reviews of Mercedes Gla 2017 2018 are united that for long journeys and traveling the car is just perfect. It is difficult to argue with this, because in your class the car received a record 1650 liters. The new instrument panel causes the complete delight. Highest german quality There is absolutely in every little things here. On the central console is a huge, multifunctional, color screen on-board computer, on the sides of which are two deflectors.
Below you can observe a huge number of control buttons different modern systems. Steering wheel new Mercedes. Gle 2018 has become multifunctional. I really liked the high side support of the front armchairs. Yes, and their design itself causes one admiration. The driver's seat is equipped with a large number of adjustments. Of the modern options in the news of the novelties include:
- Decorative linings made of natural wood, carbon, aluminum.
- The adaptive cruise control system in which there is an automatic braking function.
- Three climate control.
- Front seats with electric drive, memory and heated.
- Function of massage and ventilation of the front seats.
- Rear View Camera.
- The newest navigation system.
- Security systems Pre-Safe (Bas Plus with Cross-Traffic Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist), Traffic Sign Assist with a trap recognition chief.
Mercedes GLK 2017 also enriched with these additions.
Technical characteristics pleased
For Russian buyers, the manufacturer prepared three versions of power equipment. Specifications Mercedes Gla 2017 became an order of magnitude higher than that of the previous version. The main indicators will give the table:
All photo session I drove a few tens of kilometers on the second row and felt great - no worse than in front. Moreover, from behind it was much more cozy than in the usual GLE. Apparently, due to the narrow glazing that creates a sense of security.
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During the test, I had the opportunity to check in the "extreme" modifications of the novelties - a 258-strong turbodiesel and 585-strong AMG 63 S. I decided to start with "weak." Actually turbodiesel is great. On the idling There are neither vibrations or characteristic of these power aggregates of terrain. The response to the press of the accelerator pedal smooth, but at the same time immediately, even with the "comfortable" settings of the Dynamic SELECT system. The newest 9-range automatic works almost perfect. Is that after smooth driving when trying to sharply accelerate, you need to wait a bit until it reduces the transfer. There are no delay in the "sports" mode, and the Gaza pedal becomes almost at the sports sharp. Avalanche-like thrust, and it is enough even on an unlimited German autobahn. Plus, the engine is very quiet and at maximum turnover, and its sound is noble.
Simultaneously with the test drive GLE Coupe, I was able to ride and on the usual GLE to find out than these cars are different. Differences, I must say, essential. First, the steering wheel of the coupe is more acute and heavy (2.75 turns from the stop up to the stop against exactly three Gle). And thanks to the dense suspension, the car responds to the rabbar turns much faster: even the light of it is silent to the left-right cause a practically an instant response. In the blisters, the steering wheel is poured with informative severity and allows you to very accurately track the trajectory - much more exactly than the GLE.
At high speed GLE Coupe feels even more confident than the usual GLE, although he keeps the course perfect. Rebuildings from a number in a row car performs flat, without rolls. However, on the windows of the Highway, the rolls are very small, despite the lack of active stabilizers in this model. It is superb in this coupe, and it is not even necessary to translate shock absorbers to "sports" mode. It is on the winding track that the dimensions of the GLE Coupe are most noticeable. This car makes the driver increasing the speed from the viragee to the brightener, hitting the unreal margin of the clutch with the road cannon. Standard Gle. So it does not know how. On the contrary, he makes the driver calm and leisurely.
These cars are generally perceived in different ways. GLE seems to go on a light car, and GLE Coupe, on the contrary, is felt like a cast iron iron, chopped into the road fabric. Interestingly, more tough than the "relative", the suspension provides a compartment better smoothness of the stroke. Thank you need a tire with more high profile and updated shock absorbers with stepless adjustment. Where a simple GLE is pulling up on cracks and asphalt filtles, Gle Coupe smoothes irregularities, as if not noticing them. Perhaps on large bodies, heavy wheels will be given themselves to know the vibrations of unsourished masses, but in Germany, where the test was passed, I could not find such.
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And now let's see how the "Monster" is driven by "Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC". Read the full name? So, during this time he has time to exceed the speed of 100 km / h! And how he ruins! Moreover, the volume of sounds is calculated so that even when driving a "pedal to the floor", the engine does not strain the sound accompaniment. The main thing is to closely monitor the speedometer, as its motley markup is read worse than other models of Coupe, and exceed the speed limit simplest simple.
The car literally follows the accelerator pedal. Turboyama is not felt even in Comfort mode. If you choose Sport +, the coupe turns into the proof of hell, nervously reacting to the supply of fuel and "spraying" exhaust when switching gear. The behavior in the turns at the same time surreal - due to the active stabilizers of rolls are not felt at all! Reactions to turns heavy steering Almost instant, and the accuracy of the trajectory is amazing. At the same time, the smoothness of the course is still good, as well as the turbodiesel modification tested before this. And this is despite the presence of 22-inch wheels. In a word, an amazing car, unrealizable, combining unrestrained power, excellent handling and removable comfort!
According to the results of the test, I can say: the version of GLE Coupe is very distinguished by riding behavior from the usual GLE. The novelty is superior to the "relative" not only by controllability, but also by smoothness. If I had a choice between them, I would stay on the GLE Coupe version. At the same time, the main competitor - BMW X6 - from the "donor" model X5 on the go almost no different. That is, Mercedesovs took into account this moment and were able to competently produce their new items on niches.
Technical characteristics of Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 D 4Matic Coupe
Gabarites, mm.
4900x2003x1731
Wheel base, mm
Diameter of reversal, m
Clearance, mm.
there is no data
The volume of the trunk, l
Curb weight, kg
engine's type
V6 turbodiesel
Working volume, cube. cm
Max. Power, hp / rpm
Max. Moment, nm
Transmission
9-band automatic
Max. Speed, km / h
Acceleration time 0-100 km / h, with
Fuel consumption (medium), l / 100 km
Volume of tank, l
Author Dmitry Zaitsev, browser magazine "Autopanoram" Edition Autopanorama # 9 2015. Photo photos of the manufacturer
All photo session Course stability even at the speed "for two hundred" reinforced concrete. The steering wheel is flooded with serious weight and allows you to drive a car without the slightest voltage. A pneumatic chassis confidently smoothes the irregularities of the track, and the wind noise and tires do not bother at all. Is that in the "sports" mode of suspension crossover begins to track the micropograph of the roadbed. Therefore, I decided to use the "individual" mode of the Dynamic SELECT system, transferring the chassis to the "comfortable" mode, while leaving the steering, engine and gearbox in Sport.
On the winding road, GLE perfectly listens to the driver, smoothly, but immediately changing the direction of movement. Handling is very reliable, although not gambling, which is what Mercedes-Benz should be. In the "sports" mode of suspension of rolls a little less, but the behavior of the car practically does not change. But the smoothness of the progress even in Comfort I can not name - I can not call - the chassis is harsh, "recounts" the cracks of the asphalt, and in the drowning sewering hatches, the body snakesly shakes. However, in general, the smoothness is good, and if you change the optional 20-inch wheels with low profile rubberIn which the test copy was "wound", on the basic 17-inch, the problem should disappear.
Replancing in the hybrid modification of GLE 500 E 4Matic. First thought: how quietly here! Of course, because the battery is charged, and gas engine It is silent even with quite intense acceleration. By the way, it is possible to recognize the moment of switching on only by the tachometer arrow that shifts from the zero mark. And only on turns close to the maximum, you can hear the V-shaped "bariton". Reactions to the press of the accelerator pedal instant. The electric motor eliminates the delays of the turbocharged gasoline engine, which is why the acceleration control is not inferior to the best atmospheric power units.
During the first 30 km of the track, fuel consumption ranged near 2 liters per 100 km. Then the charge decreased, and the gasoline engine began to work more often. As a result, after 70 km, the flow rate was 5.5 liters per 100 km. If we consider that this more than a 2-ton crossover accelerates to 100 km / h in 5.3 s, the indicator must be recognized as fantastic.
Use ... package!
Finally, the test organizers prepared an off-road route. I went there at an equipped Off-Road package of the turbo code GLE 350 D 4Matic, developing 258 hp Great force aggregate! Silent and drag, it is great for any situations. And he at the off-road traction he has to fond, and it is very convenient to use it. All off-road modes are three. The first for light off-road, the second is for heavy. I chose a "tissue" selector, and you can safely go. But the third mode is applied only if the car sat on the belly. In this case, the suspension rises as much as possible "on the tiptoe", increasing the ground clearance to 285 mm. He did not need it, in most cases enough of the first regime.
But here in front of me the run of the track, followed by steep descent. The instructor commands turn on the second mode and set the speed of the system that helps when descent, 2 km / h. Additionally, I turn on the front chamber that allows you to see what is going on for the inflection. I will send a car in the right direction and ... let go of all the pedals. The main thing is not to slow down, and then the wheels can be blocked. Honestly, it was terrible, especially when the crossover rolled down the dirty juicy. But the auxiliary systems instantly recognized the situation and, selectively "Khrutye" brakes, slowly lowered the car through a cunning area.
The rest of the path did not give any problems. Actually, as expected. After that, call the Mercedes-Benz Gle crossover, I even somehow uncomfortable - with Off-Road, it becomes a real SUV. Well, for those who are not going to far away from roads common use, it is quite suitable and the version without this package, which also allows a lot. In general, restyling went model benefits. It remains only to get used to the new name. What time to me during this test drive never succeeded.
Specifications Mercedes-Benz GLE 250 D 4Matic
Gabarites, mm.
4819x1935x1796
Wheel base, mm
Diameter of reversal, m
Clearance, mm.
The volume of the trunk, l
Curb weight, kg
engine's type
L4 turbodiesel
Working volume, cube. cm
Max. Power, hp / rpm
Max. Moment, nm
Transmission
9-band automatic
Max. Speed, km / h
Acceleration time 0-100 km / h, with
Fuel consumption (medium), l / 100 km
Volume of tank, l
Author Dmitry Zaitsev, browser magazine "Autopanoram" Edition Autopanorama # 8 2015. Photo photos of the manufacturer
