Mercedes-Benz SUVs win Golden Steering Awards

Mercedes-Benz has secured another achievement with the its SUVs receiving top awards at the Golden Steering Awards – Qatar 2019, organised by ‘Arab Motors Middle East’ and ‘X-Tork’. The awards, dedicated to 4x4 and SUV vehicles, took place at the Al Enna camp in Sealine with the participation of several 4X4 and SUV vehicles from various brands in Qatar.The Mercedes-Benz GLE received the Best Sport SUV Award while the Mercedes-Benz G500 received the Best Classic SUV Award.Sheikh Faleh bin Nawaf al-Thani, director, operations at Auto at Nasser Bin Khaled (NBK) Group, said, “Mercedes-Benz has once again been recognised as a leader in the luxury sport SUV segment with its GLE vehicle and the Classic SUV category with G500. With their fascinating designs and high performance, state-of-the-art technologies and safety systems, these iconic vehicles are a true reflection of Mercedes-Benz values. “We at NBK Automobiles, the authorised general distributor of Mercedes-Benz in Qatar, would like to thank the organisers of the awards and appreciate their effort in organising such an event. This win reflects our commitment to providing cars that meet or even exceed our clients’ expectations.”Ihab El Feky, chief operations officer, auto at NBK Group, added, “The Mercedes-Benz GLE combines the beauty, elegance and performance of the brand while the G500 continues the tradition of a vehicle built for the most extreme conditions. They reflect the ethos of the Mercedes Tri-Star and takes this category to the next level. These awards are a testament to the distinctive features and capabilities of our vehicles, which keeps them at the top of SUV segment.”Imposing proportions and forceful, confident styling make the GLE a striking addition to the Mercedes-Benz lineup. The new GLE is distinguished with its dynamism and assertiveness. The GLE features striking proportions and dramatic body style, ensuring the imposing nature of the GLE lives on. The GLE 450 4MATIC comes with an output of 270kW (367hp) and torque of 500Nm, and masters all three disciplines - power, refinement and efficiency. To further reduce both fuel consumption and emissions, the engines are equipped with ECO technology packages, comprising measures that lower friction and flow losses, reduce component weights and improve on-demand system control. The new G-Class continues the tradition of a vehicle built for the most extreme conditions. The G-Class feels different to the mainstream, particularly in places where other vehicles dare not tread. The G500 is unwavering, unrelenting and uncompromising. Equipped with a V8 biturbo engine, the new G500 is a beacon of strength from the outset. The offroader impresses with its immense output of 310kW (422hp) coupled with extremely low levels of noise and vibration as well as outstanding agility. The G500 accelerates from 0–100km/h in 5.9 seconds.