Body | 4dr SUV |
Wheelbase | 121.1 in |
Length | 200.6 in |
Width | 76.0 in |
Height | 72.4 in |
Curb Weight | 5280 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.2 in |
Total Legroom | 114 in (over 3 rows) |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 |
2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
Trim | GL450 / GL320 | GL550 |
Standard Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 | 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
Optional Engine(s) | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 215 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1400 |   |
Standard Transmission | 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
Standard Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Optional Drivetrain(s) | AWD w/low range |   |
Standard Tires | 265/60HR18 tires | 295/40HR21 tires |
Optional Tires | 275/55HR19 tires |   |
2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Powertrain: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very smooth ride. Great use of 7 speed auto transmission. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
None of our members have yet commented on the tires of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
4dr SUV | GL450 / GL320 | 55,900 | 51,987 | 875 |
4dr SUV | GL550 | 77,375 | 71,959 | 875 |