Mercedes-Benz GL-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS
When comparing the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class's and the Mercedes-Benz GLS's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Mercedes-Benz GLS has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class's and the Mercedes-Benz GLS's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz GLS is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class.
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS Pricing
A used 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class ranges from $16,998 to $36,996 while a used 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS is priced between $87,149 to $121,796.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLS base engine makes 375 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mercedes-Benz GLS has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class has the advantage in the area of front head room. The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class and Mercedes-Benz GLS are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16998 - 36996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
89409 - 161914
Used Asking Price:
87149 - 121796
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.442109
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz GLS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.0 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Rankings
Not yet available
Mercedes-Benz GLS Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 68Ranking
2 out of / 33Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
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3 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 68Ranking
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5 out of / 68Ranking
5 out of / 33Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 68Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
13 out of / 33Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
13 out of / 22Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
15 out of / 24Ranking
16 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 22Ranking
18 out of / 68Ranking
18 out of / 33Ranking
18 out of / 33Ranking
18 out of / 27Ranking
19 out of / 33Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
24 out of / 33Ranking
37 out of / 68Ranking
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53 out of / 59Ranking
60 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Trim Levels
AMG GL 63, GL 350 BlueTEC, GL 450 4MATIC, GL 550 4MATIC
Mercedes-Benz GLS Trim Levels
AMG GLS 63, GLS 450, GLS 580, Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 3600 rpm
Torque:
455 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
375 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
502 / 686 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Diesel
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
93.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
160.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Cargo Space:
17.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
84.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
161.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5467 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
72.8 inches
Length:
201.6 inches
Wheelbase:
121.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5467 lbs
Width:
84.9 inches
Height:
72.4 inches
Length:
205 inches
Wheelbase:
123.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P275/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 10.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/45R21