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2011 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class consumer reviews

$60,950 starting MSRP
side view of 2011 GL-Class Mercedes-Benz
(38 reviews)
73% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.3
  • Performance 4.3
  • Value 3.8
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 3.9
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Prestigious Family SUV

This is one SUV you would enjoy driving around wiyh your family and guests. You feel the confidence knowing you’re in a German car designed for the Autobahn w/c has no speed limit. Feel the stability even when driving in the rain. It’s all wheel drive so you know you can depend on it even during winter when snow is usually present. It drives fast and it does it smoothly without any engine hesitation. You will definitely enjoy owning a premium brand such as a Mercedes Benz.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Comfortable seating for 7 Adults, good size SUV

We were looking to move away from a minivan as kids were growing up, but at the same time wanted the option to have seating for 7/8. This was better than some of the other luxury 3-row SUV's out in the market. Cannot beat a Minivan's cargo space, but with the third row seat folded down, it had enough space to fit luggage. Drive was smoother than what I expected considering it was a large SUV with upgraded 20 inch wheels. Driving this car with the kids felt much safer due to the sturdiness of the vehicle, but also was nimble enough to maneuver through turns and tight spots.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Unexpectedly quick & quiet

This is the vehicle to show that you have arrived and the car to impress and entertain your out-of-town guests. It drives quietly and can accelerate quickly when pushed.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable Car I Have Owned

Great SUV with Diesal engine. Impressed with the comfort, leg room, miles on highway. This car has Blue Tec technology. You can feel the power of this vehicle on the road.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Bluetec engine Locks Up!!

I wrote a review below in September 2017 under mikemid in which i praised the car. I WAS COMPLEYELY WRONG!!....... It is now august 2018 less than 1 year and 7000 miles later and Engine Is Locked up!!! This car is WORST CAR EVER MADE!!! I lost 19000 dollars because replacing engine cost 25000 dollars. The Bluetec engine recirculation of Exhaust gases causes it to SLUDGE Engine oil Horrendously Because of HORRIBLE ENGINE DESIGN BY MERCEDES. No Other diesel does this. I also just spent 1700 on a new Turbo 1 month before Engine seized. Never BUY A a Mercedes Diesel Ever!!! BLUETEC DIESEL IS A Lemon Engine!!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Love this vehicle

This vehicle can tow and store many items along with comfort ride for all. Also, has the entertainment package to help on long trips. Love all the toys that comes along with the vehicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car

Car was great, and buying used is a great car to own, considering most depreciation is already taken out of car. The car is in its own class. Gas mileage could be better, but for a seven seat V-8 it is expected to be sub 20 mpg.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Benz stinks

It is a lemon major engine issues transmission issues turbo issues the list goes on Do not purchase any Mercedes ever. The quality of the name is long gone. Very sad actually.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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In the shop continually

Like the ride and style but way to many problems with it for the price (crazy) not worth owning one ,it's in the show every 3months really

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Most reliable vehicle I ever owned.

This vehicle Mets all my needs plenty of leg room comfortable ride and dependable ride front and back.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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