Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
Overview
The 2013 GL-Class is a 4-door, 7-passenger luxury sport-utility, available in 4 trims, ranging from the GL350... More Info BlueTEC to the GL63 AMG.
Upon introduction, the GL350 BlueTEC is equipped with a standard 3.0-liter, V6, 240-horsepower, turbo, diesel engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. The GL63 AMG is equipped with a standard 5.5-liter, V8, 550-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 13-mpg in the city and 17-mpg on the highway. A 7-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims. hide
Explore 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
Select a trim below to get further information including more pictures, vehicle specs and reviews.
About Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
The 2013 GL-Class is a 4-door, 7-passenger luxury sport-utility, available in 4 trims, ranging from the GL350 BlueTEC to the GL63 AMG.
Upon introduction, the GL350 BlueTEC is equipped with a standard 3.0-liter, V6, 240-horsepower, turbo, diesel engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. The GL63 AMG is equipped with a standard 5.5-liter, V8, 550-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 13-mpg in the city and 17-mpg on the highway. A 7-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.
User Reviews
-
Pros need to make more available
Cons dealers need to put more pressure on M.B. to get cars
Purchased as New
my second 550 needs chrome roof rack and better rims the access to the third row seating could be improved
-
Pros Freshened Interior, Updated Electronics, Roaring Fast
Cons Harsh Ride, Lack of Storage, Confusing,
Purchased as New
I was so excited to order the 2013 GL550 I may have went overboard with the options. I have had two prior GL550's, Escalade and Range Rover (Fiull Size). At this point its equipped much like a top of the line CL at MSRP was $98K.
Designo leather is beautiful, as is the new dash, diamond paint,upgraded cameras and parking assist. It's a beautiful automobile, sure to turn heads!
Ride is still very harsh, with a GVWR of 6400# this is a big truck. Gas mileage is tough, especially as a primary car (although if you can afford a $98K car you shouldn't complain about gas costs in public, and what do you expect for 0 to 60 in 5.5 seconds). There is a definate lack of interior storage.
Unfortunatley MB is selling GL450 to Hertz, which takes away much of the exclusivity of the brand, and the GL line....MoreHide
-
Pros The best production SUV one can buy.
Cons Ridiculously high price for a SUV.
Purchased as New
As a previous GL450 owner, I could not resist test driving the second gen GL.
I think I shouldn't have done that because taking a GL550 with every option out for a spin is more addictive than a first hit of heroin.
The cradling of comfort and luxury, the power and the whole over package of the car makes it a pretty much irresistible.
Winning Motor Trends SUV of the year didn't sway my opinion on getting it as I am a Mercedes fanboi (this one makes it my 6th one).
Aside from all my bias, drive one for yourself and see what you think.
Oh. If you do get it. Hint and half: get the extended warranty. The $5000 price tag saved me almost $20k out of warranty repairs....MoreHide
Related Cars
Research A Car
Free Dealer Price Quote
Select A Make And Model
- Up to 3 certified local dealers will contact you with a price.
- Get a hassle-free deal and guaranteed savings off MSRP.
- This service is totally FREE, with no obligation to buy.
Auto Loan Rates
Most Viewed New Compact
-
1
MSRP $29,725 - $35,125
3 stars -
2
MSRP $22,495 - $29,995
-
3
MSRP $22,470 - $32,120
-
4
MSRP $22,650 - $28,650
-
5
MSRP $20,995 - $28,595
Mercedes-Benz News & Articles
-
Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTec stumbles in emergency handling
February 28,2013
In our testing, the big GL350 comes as close to perfection as any big SUV can. However, it stumbled ...
Read Full Review -
For sale: BMW Z4 and Mercedes-Benz SLK test cars
February 21,2013
Spring is just weeks away, and with the new season comes the dream of warm weather and open-road rom...
Read Full Review -
2013 Detroit: Mercedes refreshes E-Class, adds 4Matic diesel
January 15,2013
Mercedes-Benz has updated its workhorse E-Class sedan and wagon for 2014 with new safety technology,...
Read Full Review -
Mercedes Goes Big With Oscars Commercial For New SL Roadster
February 24,2012
Mercedes-Benz will flaunt its new SL Roadster this Sunday in a television commercial during the Acad...
Read Full Review - More Mercedes-Benz News & Articles