2016
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class

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  • 4MATIC 4dr GL 350 BlueTEC
    Starts at
    $64,550
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Diesel V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4MATIC 4dr GL 450
    Starts at
    $66,200
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4MATIC 4dr GL 550
    Starts at
    $91,300
    13 City / 18 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
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Notable features

Four engine choices
550-hp AMG version
Four-wheel drive standard
Seats seven

The good & the bad

The good

Third-row space and accessibility
Interior quality, amenities

The bad

Leather upholstery not standard
V-8 gas mileage
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Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
4 years / 50,000 miles
Powertrain
4 years / 50,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years / 50,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6 years old or less / less than 75,000 miles
Basic
1 year / unlimited miles
Dealer certification
164-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

88% of drivers recommend this car
4.6 / 5
Based on 18 reviews
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Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.8
Value 4.3
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

By Peter Wald from Berlin, Germany
Owns this car
October 31, 2023

Great car, but poor quality

I have been driving a GL 350 for 12 years. (-) After approx 10 years, repair costs went up significantly. Had to re-do all air suspension system. Also the automatic trunk lid had to be repaired 3 times. Lots of other parts as well. Times when a Mercedes would make a million km and continue to be driven in Africa are over. (-) connectivity to smart phones is a drama (-) Back seats are not comfortable. (+) great driving, highly secure even at high speeds (+) I love the exterior design (+) impressive performance, off and on road
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 5.0
Value 3.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 2.0
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By MrOffshore from Bristol, IN
Owns this car
June 10, 2021

What I expected and meeting my needs

The GL450 is a roomy vehicle with a usable 3rd row that quickly folds away flush into the floor for spacious cargo room. The car is stable on smooth roads and comfortable, potholes, man-hole covers and other obstacles in the road can cause the suspension to jump around a little more than expected...the rear will jump over a few inches one way or another, but overall it drives well. Acceleration isn't what it used to be with the larger twin turbo V-8, but it's still very respectable. The biggest advantage and worth the trade-off is the much improved fuel economy. Front seating is sufficient, not spectacular though...I've take a few 700 plus mile trips and I'm happy with the comfort level, just wish the front seat bases could tilt a little higher in the front. Gauges and instruments and radio are easy to use and fall within reach...the temperature controls could be a little more modern for a 2016 instead of the rotary dial...but they work. NOT a fan of the transmission shifting on the column...it frees up the center console, but it's easy to confuse early on with blinkers, wipers, etc. The seats are heated but at this price, they should also be ventilated/cooled. I haven't had it long enough for reliability, but from what I've read it's decent. Towing capacity is 7500#...I have not tried that yet, but would think that's a little more than an SUV this size should be towing...my intentions will be much smaller adventure trailers and possibly a boat, but no large car haulers even though they may fall within or under 7500#. I'm looking forward to this car as it's my first Mercedes, a departure from our Audi and BMW stable of cars we own and have owned in the past.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class?

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class is available in 3 trim levels:

  • GL 350 BlueTEC (1 style)
  • GL 450 (1 style)
  • GL 550 (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class?

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class offers up to 19 MPG in city driving and 26 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class reliable?

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class owners.

Is the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class. 88.9% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 18 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.8
  • Value: 4.3
  • Exterior: 4.8
  • Reliability: 4.6

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