Mercedes-Benz GL-Class (X164)
- Petrol:
- 4.7-5.5 L M273 V8
- Diesel:
- 3.0 L OM642 turbo V6
- 4.0 L OM629 twin-turbo V8
- 5,088 mm (200.3 in)
- 5,099 mm (200.7 in) (facelift)
The X164 GL-Class is a full-sized luxury crossover SUV produced by Mercedes-Benz, from 2006 to 2012.
Development and launch
The X164 GL-Class debuted at the 2006 North American International Auto Show,[5] and deliveries commenced on September in Europe.[6] Around US$600,000,000 was invested in the Mercedes Alabama plant in preparation for the production of vehicles including the X164 GL-Class.[7]
Unlike most three-row luxury SUVs at the time, the GL-Class is based on an elongated and widened version of the M-Class platform, instead of the body-on-frame construction found on vehicles such as the Lexus LX and Cadillac Escalade.[8] The Guardian said in their review of the GL that "even in places where SUVs are rife, it appears comically out of scale" and described the suspension as "caramel-smooth at pace, but bouncy as a Kiddie Castle on speed bumps" before going on to say "the chrome Mercedes badge on the GL's grille is frying pan-sized and, cutely, right at the height where the head would generally be on a standing four-year-old".[9] GL500 models are badged as GL550 in the United States.
Equipment
All models feature leather electric seats, an automatic climate control system, 19-inch alloy wheels, 4MATIC all-wheel drive, air suspension (adjustable by up to 307 mm), and a 7-speed 7G-Tronic automatic transmission.[10] GL-Class models are also optionally available with a tyre pressure monitoring system, DAB digital radio, reversing camera, and rear seat infotainment screens.[11] Grand Edition models were also offered from 2011, and feature a redesigned front bumper, taller grille with three slats, 20-inch AMG alloy wheels, bi-xenon headlamps, and a two-tone interior.[12]
Models
Petrol engines
Model | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) |
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GL450 | 2006–2012 | M273 E47 4.7 L V8 | 250 kW (335 hp) @ 6,000 rpm | 460 N⋅m (339 lb⋅ft) @ 2,700–5,000 rpm | 7.2 s |
GL550 | 2006–2012 | M273 E55 5.5 L V8 | 285 kW (382 hp) @ 6,000 rpm | 530 N⋅m (391 lb⋅ft) @ 2,800–4,800 rpm | 6.6 s |
Diesel engines
Model | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) |
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GL320 CDI | 2006–2009 | OM642 DE30 3.0 L V6 turbo | 165 kW (221 hp) @ 3,800 rpm | 510 N⋅m (376 lb⋅ft) @ 1,600–2,800 rpm | 9.5 s |
GL350 CDI | 2009 | 135 kW (181 hp) @ 5,000–6,250 rpm | 320 N⋅m (236 lb⋅ft) @ 1,750–2,000 rpm | ||
2010–2012 | OM642 LS DE30 3.0 L V6 turbo | 195 kW (261 hp) @ 3,800 rpm | 620 N⋅m (457 lb⋅ft) @ 1,600–2,400 rpm | 7.9 s | |
GL350 BlueTEC | 2009–2012 | OM642 DE30 3.0 L V6 turbo | 155 kW (208 hp) @ 3,400 rpm | 540 N⋅m (398 lb⋅ft) @ 1,600–2,400 rpm | 10.7 s |
GL420 CDI | 2006–2009 | OM629 DE40 4.0 L V8 twin-turbo | 225 kW (302 hp) @ 3,600 rpm | 700 N⋅m (516 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000–2,600 rpm | 7.6 s |
GL450 CDI | 2009–2010 |
Model year changes
2009 facelift
The following changes apply for models produced since June 2009:[13]
- Exterior design changes including: redesigned radiator grille, foglights, bumpers, wing-mirrors,Standard LED tail-lights,Optional LED DRL/Fogs with Xenon Package[14]
- Interior design changes including: redesigned seats and steering wheel[15]
- Addition of Tenorite Grey and Palladium Silver exterior colour options[16]
- All diesel models now receive urea-injection in exhaust system (BlueTEC), to meet 50-state emissions requirement[17]
- Introduction of GL350 CDI BlueTec, GL320 CDI model rebadged as GL350 CDI, and GL420 CDI rebadged as GL450 CDI[18]
2010
- GL350 CDI engine updated and GL450 CDI ends production
2011
- Wing mirrors changed again
- Introduction of Grand Edition model for GL450 and GL350 CDI BlueTec[19]
Sales figures
The following are the sales figures for the X164 GL-Class:[20][21] Note: 2012 sales figures include the next generation model.
Year | EU sales | US sales |
---|---|---|
2006 | 3,007 | 18,776 |
2007 | 8,027 | 26,396 |
2008 | 4,227 | 23,328 |
2009 | 2,871 | 15,012 |
2010 | 2,249 | 19,943 |
2011 | 2,508 | 25,139 |
2012 | 1,573 | 26,042 |
Total: | 24,462 | 154,636 |
Awards
- 2007 MotorTrend “SUV of the Year”[22]
- 2008 Car and Driver "10 Best Trucks and SUVs" award[23]
- 2011 AutoPacific "Motorist Choice Award" in the SUV category[24]
References
- ^ "Interview with Steve Mattin, Senior Designer, Mercedes – Benz". just-auto.com.
- ^ "The 2021 Mercedes Benz GLS was held back by a confusing feature".
- ^ "Mercedes-Benz GLS Meaning and History". Mercedes-Benz of Modesto.
- ^ "Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class". Consumer Guide.
- ^ "2006 Detroit Auto Show | New Debuts and Future Cars | Car and Driver". Car and Driver. Retrieved 2018-09-29.
- ^ "Mercedes-Benz GL 450 review | Autocar". www.autocar.co.uk. Retrieved 2018-09-29.
- ^ "Alabama factory at the center of Daimler, Chrysler cooperation". Automotive News. 2007-07-16. Retrieved 2018-09-29.
- ^ rayadmin (2015-07-27). "2011 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class". J.D. Power Cars. Retrieved 2018-09-29.
- ^ Smith, Giles (11 November 2006). "Merc truck". The Guardian. Retrieved 26 March 2023.
- ^ "2011 Mercedes-Benz GL Class Review, Ratings, Specs, Prices, and Photos". The Car Connection. Retrieved 2018-09-29.
- ^ "Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Estate (2006 - 2012) Features, Equipment and Accessories | Parkers". www.parkers.co.uk. Retrieved 2018-09-29.
- ^ "2011 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Grand Edition @ Top Speed". Top Speed. Retrieved 2018-09-29.
- ^ "2009 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Review". www.newcartestdrive.com. Retrieved 2018-09-29.
- ^ "Mercedes GL-Class Soft Facelift Released". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2018-09-29.
- ^ "2010 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Price, Trims, Options, Specs, Photos, Reviews | autoTRADER.ca". www.autotrader.ca. Retrieved 2018-09-29.
- ^ rayadmin (2009-12-31). "New for 2010-Mercedes-Benz". J.D. Power Cars. Retrieved 2018-09-29.
- ^ "How Mercedes' BlueTec works, and the 2009 clean-diesel SUVs to come". Retrieved 2018-09-29.
- ^ "2011 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTec 4MATIC". Car and Driver. Retrieved 2018-09-29.
- ^ "Mercedes-Benz Creates Crushingly Expensive Grand Edition GL-class SUV For Wealthy Rock Crushers". Car and Driver. Retrieved 2018-09-29.
- ^ "Mercedes-Benz GL / GLS European sales figures". carsalesbase.com. Retrieved 2018-08-01.
- ^ "Mercedes-Benz GL / GLS US car sales figures". carsalesbase.com. Retrieved 2018-08-01.
- ^ "Motor Trend Names Names 2007 Sport/Utility Of The Year - Motor Trend". Motor Trend. 2006-10-24. Retrieved 2018-09-29.
- ^ "2008 Mercedes-Benz GL-class". Car and Driver. Retrieved 2018-09-29.
- ^ Motorcars, Fields. "Fields Motorcars | GL-Class and GLK-Class SUVs honored at Motorist Choice Awards". www.fieldsmotorcars.com. Retrieved 2018-09-29.
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