While we see a lot of celebrities purchase new vehicles, it is relatively rare to come across instances of their parents opting for them
Salman Khan’s father, Salim Khan, recently got his hands on a swanky new Mercedes-Benz GLS. It is the flagship luxury SUV from the Mercedes-Benz in India. Many prominent celebs possess this vehicle. Salim Khan is among the first successful screenwriters in the country along with Javed Akhtar as Salim-Javed duo. They revolutionized the Indian cinema back in the 1970s. Thereafter, he did loads of movies as an actor, and film producer and continued with screenwriting. For now, let us take a look at his latest acquisition.
Salman Khan’s Father Buys Mercedes-Benz GLS
The specifics of this instance stem from varindertchawla on Instagram. The visuals capture a great sight. Salim Khan is standing near the brand-new car as the priest performs rituals on it. Oftentimes, people worship the Gods to bless their new vehicles to ward off the evil eye and bear auspicious results. After the ceremony, of sorts, someone recorded the luxury SUV plying on the roads. The GLS certainly bears an imposing and premium road presence.
Mercedes-Benz GLS
Often regarded as the S-Class of SUVs, the Mercedes-Benz GLS comes loaded with the latest tech and convenience amenities to pamper the occupants. In fact, that is what makes it an ideal choice for a whole bunch of celebrities, not just in India, but across the globe. Its top highlights include things like enhanced practicality with a third row of seating, abundant use of top-notch materials, a high-end audio system, multiple touchscreen displays, Mercedes’ latest operating system and more. Hence, you will enjoy your experience in the cabin of the German luxury SUV.
Under its hood, there are a couple of options to choose from. The 3.0-litre 6-cylinder M256M turbo petrol mill churns out a healthy 375 hp and 500 Nm, while the 3.0-litre 6-cylinder turbo diesel engine generates a cool 362 hp and 750 Nm of peak power and torque, respectively. Both these engines pair with a 9-speed automatic gearbox which sends power to all four wheels via Merc’s 4MATIC all-wheel-drive configuration. In the diesel trim, the acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h comes up in just 6.1 seconds. The prices range from Rs 1.32 Crore to Rs 1.37 Crore, ex-showroom.
| Specs | Mercedes-Benz GLS |
| Engine | 3.0-litre Turbo Diesel / 3.0-litre Turbo Petrol |
| Power | 362 hp / 375 hp |
| Torque | 750 Nm / 500 Nm |
| Transmission | 9AT |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Acceleration | 6.1 seconds |
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