Snapshot
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EPA Fuel Economy:
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City:
13
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18
Highway:
17
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24
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Available Engines:
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215-hp, 3.0-liter V-6 (diesel)
335-hp, 4.6-liter V-8 (premium)
382-hp, 5.5-liter V-8 (premium)
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| Available Transmissions: |
7-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
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New or Notable
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 What We Like
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 What We Don't
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| • | New 382-hp GL550 | | • | V-8 GL450 and diesel GL320 | | • | Seats seven | | • | Standard 4WD | | • | Eight airbags |
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| + | Power (GL550) | | + | Third-row comfort | | + | Premium cabin | | + | Elegant styling | | + | Precise steering | | + | Off-road credentials |
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| - | Poor reliability | | - | Complex navigation system | | - | Occasional accelerator lag (GL550) | | - | Brittle ride with 21-inch wheels | | - | Less cargo room than some competitors | | - | Gets pricey with options |
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Vehicle Summary
The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class, which debuted for 2007, was the company's first three-row midsize SUV. This year, a GL550 model that offers more power is available, while the smaller V-8 and a diesel engine are still available. The three GL-Class models are the GL320 diesel model and the gas-powered GL450 and new GL550. The GL competes in the same class as the Acura MDX and BMW X5.
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