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Mar 16, 2013 | 02:06 AM

helipilotml550

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From: Medford, Or

2013 ML550 4-matic

ML550 tune

Hi guys just purchased a 2013 ml550. I love this SUV. I am wondering if anyone can tell me what the difference is between the 2013 ml550 and the GL550. I know there is a horse power difference but why and can I get on my ml. There is almost 30 horse power different. Thanks so much.

Mar 18, 2013 | 03:01 PM

2012MLBlue

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From: Canada

2016 GLE 350d

I have read a few places that the output is likely the same but they are toning it down on paper for some reason. I did get some info on a tune and here is the email they sent me stating they could push it to 530 hp:

From: George Leca [mailto:georgel@renntechmercedes.com]
Sent: March-05-12 1:43 PM
To:
Subject: Renntech ML550

Good afternoon,

Thank you for your interest in a Renntech modified car.

We do offer a great ECU/Computer reprogrammingfor the ML550,

that will take the car to 63AMG enginesperformance levels.

http://www.renntechmercedes.com/www/node/701

Modified Performance:

530 HP @ 4900 RPM; 606 LB-FT @ 4100 RPM

$2,740

(plus shipping the ECU back andforth from your local shop/dealer)

Best regards

George

Mar 18, 2013 | 11:17 PM

jimmysanjuan

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2023 GLE 53

You might want to check with this site sponsor on an application for your vehicle. Let us know what you find out.

http://www.eurocharged.com/products/...oftware-detail

Mar 18, 2013 | 11:35 PM

helipilotml550

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2013 ML550 4-matic

I am looking for the factory settings that give the gl550 429 horse power. The ml550 has 402 and less torque.

Mar 26, 2013 | 05:14 PM

jchochla

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From: MI

2024 G63 AMG, 2022 GLE 63S AMG

Quote:

Originally Posted by helipilotml550

I am looking for the factory settings that give the gl550 429 horse power. The ml550 has 402 and less torque.

I test drove the GL550 this past weekend while i dropped off my Ml550 to get the summer wheels and tires put on it. The GL is a beast, lookes really mean too. Its a lot larger, therefore it lacks power. Its fast, but my 2013 ML550 is faster.

And i believe it'll be hard to get the factory GL550 tune in your ML550. That ECU is programmed for that car specifically, meaning (when they program the ECU, they take into account the overall car weight, which is more than the ML550).

So im thinking your best bet will be to go with RennTech as MLBLUE posted earlier.

I raced my buddy with his 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 a couple weeks ago from a 30mph roll, up to about 130mph. Won by about 3/4-1full car length. My point being, this car is a beast even for it being stock!!! And a big head turner as well. Enjoy.

Last edited by jchochla; Mar 26, 2013 at 05:17 PM. Reason: .

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