Compare 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class specifications by trim levels
GL-Class is a 7-seat from Mercedes-Benz, which first hit the market back in 2007.
With the price tag ranging from $64,550 to $66,200, the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals.
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The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class has a maximum towing capacity of 7000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 21 to 26 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 84.30mm x 201.60mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
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Fuel Tank: 26.4 gal
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Wheelbase: 121.1 in
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MPG: 19 city/26 hwy
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0-60 mph: 7.5 sec
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Ground clearance: 8.5 in
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Engine: 3.0L V-6
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Towing capacity: 7000 lbs
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Curb: 5467 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 7
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 201.6 x 84.3 x 72.8
2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class is offered in 2 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Mercedes-Benz GL-Class safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Engine 3.0L V-6 DOHC
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Horsepower 240 hp @ 1939 –
362 hp @ 1933 -
Torque 369 lb-ft. @ 1,800 –
455 lb-ft. @ 1,600 -
Charge system intercooled turbo
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Transmission 7-spd auto w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 5.9 - 7.5 sec
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1/4 mile time 14.5 - 15.8 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 201.6 in
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Width 84.3 in
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Height 72.8 in
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Wheelbase 121.1 in
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Curb Weight 5467 lbs
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GVWR 7165 lbs
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Towing capacity 7000 lbs
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Ground clearance 8.5 in
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Turning radius 20.4 ft
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CAPACITY
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Luggage capacity 16 ft
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Cargo capacity 93.8 cu.ft
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Seats 7
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 26.4 gal
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City 17 - 19 mpg
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Combined 19 - 23 mpg
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Highway 21 - 26 mpg
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Highway range 554.4 - 686.4 mi
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 48/50,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
Base GL350 BlueTEC 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC |
Base GL450 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC |
Exterior length | |
201.6 in | 201.6 in |
Exterior body width | |
84.3 in | 84.3 in |
Exterior height | |
72.8 in | 72.8 in |
Horsepower | |
240 hp | 362 hp |
Torque | |
455 lb-ft. | 369 lb-ft. |
Curb weight | |
5467 lbs | 5335 lbs |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |
7165 lbs | 7165 lbs |
Wheelbase | |
121.1 in | 121.1 in |
Turning radius | |
20.4 '' | 20.4 '' |
Ground clearance | |
8.5 in | 8.5 in |
Front legroom | |
40.3 in | 40.3 in |
Rear legroom | |
38.5 in | 38.5 in |
Front headroom | |
41 in | 41 in |
Rear headroom | |
40 in | 40 in |
Front shoulder room | |
59 in | 59 in |
Rear shoulder room | |
58 in | 58 in |
Payload | |
1,754 lbs. | 1,764 lbs. |
Interior Features 
Base GL350 BlueTEC 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC |
Base GL450 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC |
Air conditioning, front | |
dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic |
Clock | |
analog | analog |
Cupholders | |
front and rear | front and rear |
Gear shift knob trim | |
urethane | urethane |
12V DC power outlet | |
3 | 3 |
Overhead console | |
mini with storage | mini with storage |
Floor console | |
full | full |
Floor mats | |
carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
Front windows | |
power | power |
Rear windows | |
power | power |
1-touch window up | |
front and rear | front and rear |
1-touch window down | |
front and rear | front and rear |
Instrumentation | |
analog | analog |
Illuminated vanity mirrors | |
driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Rear view mirror | |
day-night | day-night |
Remote trunk release | |
power | power |
Seatback storage pockets | |
2 | 2 |
Steering wheel material | |
leather | leather |
Air conditioning, rear | |
with separate controls | with separate controls |
Lighter elements | |
front | front |
Auxiliary visors | |
dual | dual |
Exterior Features 
Base GL350 BlueTEC 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC |
Base GL450 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC |
Antenna | |
window grid | window grid |
Body material | |
fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
Paint | |
clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim | |
chrome | chrome |
Fog/driving lights | |
rear | rear |
Door count | |
4 doors | 4 doors |
Rear cargo door | |
power liftgate | power liftgate |
Tinted windows | |
deep | deep |
Rear window type | |
fixed | fixed |
Mirrors | |
dual power remote | dual power remote |
Sunroof | |
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
Spoiler | |
lip | lip |
Wheels | |
19 silver aluminum | 19 silver aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel | |
compact steel | compact steel |
Rear window wipers | |
fixed interval | fixed interval |
Running boards | |
illuminated | illuminated |
Mirrors, auto dimming | |
driver | driver |
2nd row sunroof | |
fixed glass with power sunshade | fixed glass with power sunshade |
Bodyside insert | |
chrome | chrome |
Seats 
Base GL350 BlueTEC 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC |
Base GL450 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC |
Front seat type | |
bucket | bucket |
Standard seating | |
7 | 7 |
Front driver seat direction controls | |
8-way power | 8-way power |
Front passenger seat direction controls | |
8-way power | 8-way power |
Lumbar support | |
driver | driver |
Front armrests | |
center | center |
Front head restraints | |
adjustable | adjustable |
Heated front seats | |
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
Memory | |
driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Rear seats | |
60-40 split-bench | 60-40 split-bench |
Rear head restraints | |
3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
Seat trim | |
leatherette | leatherette |
3rd row seats | |
50-50 split-bench | 50-50 split-bench |
3rd row fold into floor | |
power | power |
Cooled front seats | |
driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Entertainment System 
Base GL350 BlueTEC 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC |
Base GL450 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC |
Radio | |
AM/FM/HD/Satellite-prep, seek-scan | AM/FM/HD/Satellite-prep, seek-scan |
CD player | |
in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
Speakers | |
8 | 8 |
Amplifier | |
830W | 1200W premium |
Navigation system | |
yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation |
1st row LCD screen | |
1 | 1 |
Entertainment system | |
with DVD | with DVD |
2nd row LCD screen | |
2 | 2 |
Safety and Security Features 
Base GL350 BlueTEC 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC |
Base GL450 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC |
Airbags, frontal | |
driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact | |
seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Airbags, side curtain | |
curtain 1st, 2nd and 3rd row | curtain 1st, 2nd and 3rd row |
Traction control | |
ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |
front and rear | front and rear |
Headlights | |
halogen | halogen |
Exterior light control | |
fully automatic | fully automatic |
Door curb lights | |
4 | 4 |
Remote keyless entry | |
keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks | |
power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
Parking assist | |
PARKTRONIC w/Active Parking Assist | PARKTRONIC w/Active Parking Assist |
Airbags, knee protection | |
driver | driver |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service | |
mbrace2 | mbrace2 |
Mechanical Features 
Base GL350 BlueTEC 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC |
Base GL450 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC |
Engine | |
3.0L V-6 | 3.0L V-6 |
Recommended fuel | |
diesel | premium unleaded |
Brakes | |
4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |
4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Drive type | |
all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
Exhaust | |
stainless steel | stainless steel |
Steering | |
rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
Suspension tuning | |
regular | regular |
Front suspension type | |
double wishbone | double wishbone |
Front shocks | |
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Front springs | |
air | air |
Rear suspension type | |
multi-link | multi-link |
Rear shocks | |
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Rear springs | |
air | air |
Transmission | |
7-spd auto w/OD | 7-spd auto w/OD |
Axle ratio | |
3.27 | 3.46 |
Turbocharger | |
intercooled turbo | twin turbo |
4WD shift | |
electronic | – |
Height adjustable suspension | |
automatic w/driver control | automatic w/driver control |
Automatic level control | |
4-corner | 4-corner |
Other Specs 
Base GL350 BlueTEC 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC |
Base GL450 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC |
Luggage capacity | |
16.0 cu.ft. | 16.0 cu.ft. |
Maximum cargo capacity | |
93.8 cu.ft. | 93.8 cu.ft. |
Base engine size | |
3.0 liters | 3.0 liters |
Base engine type | |
V-6 | V-6 |
Horsepower rpm | |
3,600 | 5,500 |
Torque rpm | |
1,600 | 1,800 |
Fuel tank capacity | |
26.4 gal. | 26.4 gal. |
EPA mileage estimates | |
19 City / 26 Hwy | 17 City / 21 Hwy |
Lighting - map lights | |
front and rear | front and rear |
Lighting - dome light | |
fade | fade |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |
driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Height adjustable safety belts | |
front | front |
Engine - valvetrain | |
DOHC | DOHC |
Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |
48/50,000 | 48/50,000 |
Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |
48/50,000 | 48/50,000 |
Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |
48/50,000 | 48/50,000 |
Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |
48/50,000 | 48/50,000 |
Tires | |
P275/55HR19.0 BSW AS | P275/55HR19.0 BSW AS |
Windshield wipers - front | |
variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
Bodyside moldings | |
body-colored | body-colored |
Maximum towing capacity | |
7,500 lbs. | 7,500 lbs. |