Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Large SUV
Production years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
The GL range from the Mercedes-Benz has received the “S” letter at the end, so the customers won't be confused. From the manufacturer's point of view, that was the S-Class of its SUV line-up.
After a few confusion with different badges such as ML and GL, the Mercedes-Benz decided that all of their SUVs had to be named GL and then just add the respective letter according to its class: GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE and, the biggest of all, the GLS. An SUV that looks very big in Europe, but was average size in the U.S.
The GL was the first 7-seat luxury SUV built by the German manufacturer. The big front fascia, wide fenders with flared wheel-arches and long bodywork were the main ingredients of that luxurious SUV. In 2016, the model received some updates at its mid-life cycle refresh. But more than the few in and out improvements, it received the GLS badge instead of the previous GL. When compared to its predecessor, a softer front fascia was noticeable. The headlights and front grille didn't look as aggressive as before. In the rear, LED taillights were installed.
Inside the cabin, the 2016 GLS featured a newly designed multifunction steering wheel with three spokes. The infotainment unit was equipped with an 8” monitor installed in the center console. The new system featured an optional COMMAND online and a touch-pad.
Under the hood, the engines received some updates and more power. For the suspension, a new AIRMATIC air-suspension system was installed and allowed a ground clearance up to 306 mm (12.5”).
ENGINE SPECS - 400 4MATIC 9AT (333 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2996 cm3 |
Power: | 245 KW @ 5250-6000 RPM 333.1 HP @ 5250-6000 RPM 329 BHP @ 5250-6000 RPM |
Torque: | 354 lb-ft @ 1600-4000 RPM 480 Nm @ 1600-4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 149 mph (240 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 9-speed automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 265/60 R 18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 202 in (5131 mm) |
Width: | 76.1 in (1933 mm) |
Height: | 72.8 in (1849 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 65.2/65.9 in (1,656/1,674 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 121.1 in (3076 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.9 in (201 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24 cuFT (680 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 5368 lbs (2435 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 7165 lbs (3250 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 20.1 mpg US (11.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 218 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 500 4MATIC 9AT (455 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 4663 cm3 |
Power: | 335 KW @ 5250-5500 RPM 455.5 HP @ 5250-5500 RPM 449 BHP @ 5250-5500 RPM |
Torque: | 516 lb-ft @ 1800-4000 RPM 700 Nm @ 1800-4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155 mph (249 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 5.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 9-speed automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 275/55 R 19 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 202 in (5131 mm) |
Width: | 76.1 in (1933 mm) |
Height: | 72.8 in (1849 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 65.2/65.9 in (1,656/1,674 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 121.1 in (3076 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.9 in (201 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24 cuFT (680 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.37 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 5390 lbs (2445 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 7165 lbs (3250 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 15.8 mpg US (14.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 25.6 mpg US (9.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 20.8 mpg US (11.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 264 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 350 d 4MATIC 9AT (258 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2987 cm3 |
Power: | 190 KW @ 3400 RPM 258.3 HP @ 3400 RPM 255 BHP @ 3400 RPM |
Torque: | 457 lb-ft @ 1600-2400 RPM 620 Nm @ 1600-2400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 138 mph (222 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 9-speed automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 265/60 R 18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 202 in (5131 mm) |
Width: | 76.1 in (1933 mm) |
Height: | 72.8 in (1849 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 65.2/65.9 in (1,656/1,674 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 121.1 in (3076 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.9 in (201 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24 cuFT (680 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 5412 lbs (2455 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 7165 lbs (3250 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 199 g/km |