SOURCE-RECORDED POWERTRAINS

Engine fitments & vehicle specifications

Browse source-recorded engine, trim, transmission and body specifications by vehicle and documented year. Market and full production coverage are not inferred.

Exact engine code: M278

2 source configuration groups

Mercedes-Benz / 2017

GLS-Class

GLS550-4M

Source engine label
M278
Source engine power
429 hp≈ 319.9 kW
Transmission
Not recorded
Body
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]

NHTSA VIN specification · Market not established

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Mercedes-Benz / 2018–2019

GLS-Class

GLS550-4M

Source engine label
M278
Source engine power
429 hp≈ 319.9 kW
Transmission
Automatic · 9 speeds
Body
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]

NHTSA VIN specification · Market not established

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