2008-2011 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
Full-size Luxury SUV
This generation of the GL-Class offers luxury and variety. Standard features include seating for seven and all-wheel drive. New cars had the option of two different V8s or an efficient diesel motor. A long list of interior options when it was new means many of these can be differently equipped on the pre-owned market, but since all are a Mercedes, they all come with high levels of luxury.
$12,234average
$17,715
$8,498
Price Range
$14,272average
$18,285
$8,991
Price Range
$17,015average
$30,311
$9,789
Price Range
$17,450average
$26,380
$11,903
Price Range
The Basics
7 Seats
TIGHT
2 Suitcases in Trunk
TIGHT
SPACIOUS
14 With Rear Seats Folded
SPACIOUS
Under the hood
GAS GUZZLER
Mileage
GAS GUZZLER
17-18
Hwy mpg
13-13
City mpg
ZIPPY
Quickness
ZIPPY
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety
NHSTA® Safety
Quality
J. D. Power® Reliability
Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life
Owner Satisfaction
Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
3,12,26,42,47,51,52,56,57,59,60,61,62,63,64,67,68,69,70,71,73,74,75,76,78,79,80,82,83,84,85,86,87,89,90,92,93,95,96,97,98,99,101,103,105,110,111,113,114,115,116,119,121,123,124,125,131,133,134,136,137,138,140,141,142,144,149,151,152,153,154,155,156,157,158,159,160,162,163,164,166,171,172,173,176,177,179,180,181,183,186,188,190,192,193,196,197,200,201,203,205,207,237,241,242,243
Available trims (2)
4.6L
96,52,67,176,237,241,158,156,59,207,62,243,152,153,157,85,95,47,242,110,56,1515.5L
154Available packages (6)
FULL LEATHER SEATING PKG
Burl walnut wood trim leather & wood multi-function steering wheel interior ambient lightingHEATING PKG
heated steering wheel heated rear seatsOFF-ROAD PKG
Adaptive Damping System locking differentials front & rear skid plates black matter roof crossbars underride protection dynamic compass display19" WHEEL PKG
19" dual 5-spoke wheels 275/55R19 tires front/rear skid plates matte black roof crossbarsP1 PREMIUM PKG
harman/kardon LOGIC7 digital surround system rear audio controls hands-free communication system pre-wiring Sirius satellite radio pwr liftgate cargo net DVD navigation system pwr folding exterior mirrors w/auto-dimming mirrors exterior mirror memory pwr telescopic steering wheel w/memory pwr front seats w/memory pwr rear quarter windows Parktronic rear view camera pwr tilt/slide glass sunroof w/sunshade auto-dimming interior mirror double sunvisorsP2 PREMIUM PKG
harman/kardon LOGIC7 digital surround system rear audio controls hands-free communication system pre-wiring Sirius satellite radio pwr liftgate cargo net DVD navigation system pwr folding exterior mirrors w/auto-dimming mirrors exterior mirror memory pwr telescopic steering wheel w/memory pwr front seats w/memory pwr rear quarter windows Parktronic rear view camera pwr tilt/slide glass sunroof w/sunshade auto-dimming interior mirror double sunvisors tri-zone automatic climate control rear climate controls infrared glass bi-xenon headlamps w/active curve illumination front fog lamps w/corner illumination headlamp washing systemAvailable drive chains
four wheel driveAvailable engines
8 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automaticAvailable colors
Exterior
Jade Green Metallic
Arctic White
Obsidian Black Metallic
Pewter Metallic
Barolo Red Metallic
Iridium Silver Metallic
Capri Blue Metallic
Black
Sand Beige
Verde Brook Metallic
Interior
Black
Macadamia
Ash
The Basics
7 Seats
TIGHT
2 Suitcases in Trunk
TIGHT
SPACIOUS
14 With Rear Seats Folded
SPACIOUS
Under the hood
GAS GUZZLER
Mileage
GAS GUZZLER
17-18
Hwy mpg
13-13
City mpg
ZIPPY
Quickness
ZIPPY
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety
NHSTA® Safety
Quality
J. D. Power® Reliability
Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
3,12,26,42,47,51,52,56,57,58,59,60,61,62,63,64,67,68,69,70,71,73,74,75,76,78,79,80,81,82,83,84,85,86,87,89,90,92,93,95,96,97,98,99,101,103,105,111,113,114,115,116,117,119,121,123,124,125,131,133,134,136,137,138,140,141,142,144,146,149,151,152,153,154,156,157,158,159,160,162,164,166,168,169,171,172,173,176,177,179,180,181,183,188,190,191,192,196,200,201,203,205,207,210,237,241,242
Available trims (2)
4.6L
96,52,67,176,237,241,158,156,59,207,62,117,152,153,157,85,95,154,47,242,56,1515.5L
58Available packages (5)
FULL LEATHER SEATING PKG
leather seat trim wood & leather multi-function steering wheel burl walnut wood interior trim interior premium lighting pkgHEATING PKG
leather-wrapped heated multi-function steering wheel heated rear seatsGL APPEARANCE PKG
20" x 8.5" 5-spoke aluminum wheels P275/50R20 all-season run-flat tires front/rear chrome skid plates chrome roof rails brushed aluminum belt-line moldings brushed aluminum rubber-studded running boardsPREMIUM 1 PKG
rearview camera Parktronic pwr passenger seat w/pwr lumbar front seat memory auto-dimming rearview mirror pwr tilt/telescopic steering column w/memory pwr folding heated exterior signal mirrors w/memory COMAND hard drive navigation system 6.5" high-resolution color display 4-GB hard drive w/Music Register for MP3 file download SIRIUS satellite radio w/real-time traffic HD Radio iPod/MP3 media interface in glovebox Harman/Kardon LOGIC7 sound system Keyless Go pwr liftgate 115V pwr outletPREMIUM 2 PKG
rearview camera Parktronic pwr passenger seat w/pwr lumbar front seat memory auto-dimming rearview mirror pwr tilt/telescopic steering column w/memory pwr folding heated exterior signal mirrors w/memory COMAND hard drive navigation system 6.5" high-resolution color display 4-GB hard drive w/Music Register for MP3 file download SIRIUS satellite radio w/real-time traffic HD Radio iPod/MP3 media interface in glovebox Harman/Kardon LOGIC7 sound system Keyless Go pwr liftgate 115V pwr outlet bi-xenon headlamps w/active curve illum corner-illum chrome fog lamps headlamp washing system 3-zone auto climate controlAvailable drive chains
four wheel driveAvailable engines
8 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automaticAvailable colors
Exterior
Pewter Metallic
Arctic White
Obsidian Black Metallic
Barolo Red Metallic
Iridium Silver Metallic
Capri Blue Metallic
Black
Sand Beige Metallic
Verde Brook Metallic
Interior
Black
Cashmere
Ash
The Basics
7 Seats
TIGHT
2 Suitcases in Trunk
TIGHT
SPACIOUS
14 With Rear Seats Folded
SPACIOUS
Under the hood
GAS GUZZLER
Mileage
GAS GUZZLER
17-17
Hwy mpg
12-13
City mpg
ZIPPY
Quickness
ZIPPY
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety
NHSTA® Safety
Quality
J. D. Power® Reliability
Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life
Owner Satisfaction
Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
1,12,26,42,47,51,52,56,57,58,59,60,61,62,63,64,67,68,69,70,71,73,74,75,76,78,80,81,82,83,84,85,86,89,90,92,93,95,96,97,98,99,101,103,105,111,113,114,115,116,119,121,123,124,125,131,133,134,136,137,138,140,141,142,144,146,149,151,152,153,154,156,157,158,159,160,162,163,164,166,168,169,171,172,173,176,177,179,180,181,183,188,190,191,192,196,200,201,205,207,210,237,241,242,248
Available trims (2)
GL 450
96,52,67,176,237,241,158,156,59,207,62,152,153,157,85,248,95,154,47,242,56,151,58GL 550
Available packages (6)
FULL LEATHER SEATING PKG
ambient lighting pkg comfort front head restraints interior lighting pkg leather seat trimLIGHTING PKG
bi-xenon headlamps w/active curve illumination headlamp washing system LED daytime running lampsGL APPEARANCE PKG
20" x 8.5" twin 5-spoke aluminum wheels P275/50R20 all-season run-flat tires brushed aluminum rubber-studded running boardsCHROME ACCESSORY PKG
chrome door handle inserts hood fin covers chrome mirror housingsPREMIUM 1 PKG
auto-dimming rearview mirror COMAND hard drive navigation system enhanced voice control Gracenote media database HD Radio iPod/MP3 media interface in glovebox driver seat memory pwr folding exterior mirrors w/memory auto-dimming driver side exterior mirror pwr liftgate pwr steering column w/memory rearview camera SIRIUS satellite radio w/real-time traffic Zagat Survey restaurant guide 115V pwr outlet 4GB hard drive w/Music RegisterPREMIUM 2 PKG
auto-dimming rearview mirror COMAND hard drive navigation system enhanced voice control Gracenote media database HD Radio iPod/MP3 media interface in glovebox driver seat memory pwr folding exterior mirrors w/memory auto-dimming driver side exterior mirror pwr liftgate pwr steering column w/memory rearview camera SIRIUS satellite radio w/real-time traffic Zagat Survey restaurant guide 115V pwr outlet 4GB hard drive w/Music Register Harman Kardon LOGIC7 surround sound system Keyless GoAvailable drive chains
all wheel driveAvailable engines
8 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automaticAvailable colors
Exterior
Arctic White
Obsidian Black Metallic
Palladium Silver Metallic
Barolo Red Metallic
Iridium Silver Metallic
Steel Grey Metallic
Capri Blue Metallic
Black
Sand Beige Metallic
Verde Brook Metallic
Interior
Black
Cashmere
Ash
The Basics
7 Seats
TIGHT
2 Suitcases in Trunk
TIGHT
SPACIOUS
14 With Rear Seats Folded
SPACIOUS
Under the hood
GAS GUZZLER
Mileage
GAS GUZZLER
17-18
Hwy mpg
12-13
City mpg
ZIPPY
Quickness
ZIPPY
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety
NHSTA® Safety
Quality
J. D. Power® Reliability
Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life
Owner Satisfaction
Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
1,12,26,42,47,51,52,56,57,58,59,60,61,62,63,64,67,68,69,70,71,73,74,75,76,78,82,83,84,85,86,89,90,92,93,95,96,97,98,99,101,103,105,111,113,114,115,116,119,121,123,124,125,131,132,133,134,136,137,138,140,141,142,144,149,151,152,153,154,156,157,158,159,160,162,163,164,166,168,169,171,172,173,176,177,179,180,181,183,188,190,191,192,196,200,201,205,207,210,237,241,242,243,248
Available trims (2)
GL 450
52,67,132,176,237,241,158,156,59,207,62,243,152,153,157,85,248,95,47,242,56,58,151GL 550
96,154Available packages (7)
FULL LEATHER SEATING PKG
NECK-PRO comfort front headrest Premium interior lighting Ambient lightingLIGHTING PKG
Headlamp cleaning system Bi-Xenon headlamps w/active curve illumination LED daytime running lampsGL APPEARANCE PKG
20" x 8.5" twin 5-spoke aluminum wheels P275/50R20 all-season run-flat tires brushed aluminum rubber-studded running boardsENHANCED OFF-ROAD PKG
underbody protection two-stage transfer case w/low range ratio selectable on-the-fly multiple-disc limited slip center differential w/up to 100% lock automatically or manually selectable manual shifting option w/steering wheel mounted shift paddlesCHROME ACCESSORY PKG
chrome door handle inserts hood fin covers chrome mirror housingsPREMIUM 1 PKG
auto-dimming rearview mirror COMAND hard drive navigation system iPod/MP3 media interface w/cable pwr front seats w/memory pwr folding exterior mirrors w/memory auto-dimming driver side exterior mirror pwr liftgate pwr tilt/telescopic steering column w/memory rearview camera SIRIUS satellite radio w/HD Radio 115V pwr outletPREMIUM 2 PKG
auto-dimming rearview mirror COMAND hard drive navigation system iPod/MP3 media interface w/cable driver seat memory pwr passenger seat w/memory pwr folding exterior mirrors w/memory auto-dimming driver side exterior mirror pwr liftgate pwr tilt/telescopic steering column w/memory rearview camera SIRIUS satellite radio w/HD Radio 115V pwr outlet 4GB hard drive w/Music Register Harman Kardon LOGIC7 surround sound system w/Dolby Digital 5.1 Keyless GoAvailable drive chains
all wheel driveAvailable engines
8 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automaticAvailable colors
Exterior
Obsidian Black Metallic
Arctic White
Palladium Silver Metallic
Diamond White Metallic
Iridium Silver Metallic
Steel Grey Metallic
Capri Blue Metallic
Black
Verde Brook Metallic
Interior
Black
Cashmere
Cashmere/Black
Ash/Black
Ash