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Mercedes GL-Class Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2012–2017) — Second Generation

The second-generation Mercedes GL-Class is a five-door SUV for families who want space and composure. You get gasoline or diesel power, an automatic gearbox, and all-wheel drive on the versions discussed here.

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Mercedes GL-Class Engines and Transmissions

A Mercedes GL-Class engine here works with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, giving a straightforward everyday drivetrain. Diesel examples include the GL420d 4.0 AT and GL350d 3.0 AT, while the GL450 4.7 AT is a gasoline option. These are selected versions, not the complete lineup.

SUV 5-doors — Mercedes GL-Class Engines and Transmissions

SUV 5-doors Mercedes GL-Class Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
GL350BlueTEC 3.0 ATDiesel2987 cm³249 hp183 kW620 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
GL350BlueTEC 3.0 ATDiesel2987 cm³240 hp177 kW617 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
GL420d 4.0 ATDiesel3996 cm³306 hp225 kW700 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
GL450 4.7 ATGasoline4663 cm³367 hp270 kW551 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
GL500 4.7 ATGasoline4663 cm³455 hp334 kW713 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
GL350d 3.0 ATDiesel2987 cm³258 hp190 kW620 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
GL400 3.0 ATGasoline2996 cm³333 hp245 kW480 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
GL500 4.7 ATGasoline4663 cm³435 hp320 kW700 N⋅mAutomaticAWD

Mercedes GL-Class Dimensions

SUV 5-doors — Mercedes GL-Class Dimensions

SUV 5-doors Mercedes GL-Class Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
GL350BlueTEC 3.0 AT5120 mm2141 mm1850 mm3075 mm2455 kg3250 kgNot provided
GL350BlueTEC 3.0 AT5120 mm2141 mm1850 mm3075 mm2450 kg3150 kg200 mm
GL420d 4.0 AT5120 mm2141 mm1850 mm3075 mm2585 kg3250 kg200 mm
GL450 4.7 AT5120 mm2141 mm1850 mm3075 mm2450 kg3250 kg216 mm
GL500 4.7 AT5120 mm2141 mm1850 mm3075 mm2445 kg3250 kg200 mm
GL350d 3.0 AT5120 mm2141 mm1850 mm3075 mm2450 kg3150 kg200 mm
GL400 3.0 AT5120 mm2141 mm1850 mm3075 mm2425 kgNot provided200 mm
GL500 4.7 AT5120 mm2141 mm1850 mm3075 mm2445 kg3250 kg200 mm

Mercedes GL-Class Cargo Space

SUV 5-doors — Mercedes GL-Class Cargo Space

SUV 5-doors Mercedes GL-Class Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume minTrunk volume max
GL350BlueTEC 3.0 AT680 l2300 l
GL350BlueTEC 3.0 AT680 l2300 l
GL420d 4.0 AT680 l2300 l
GL450 4.7 AT680 l2300 l
GL500 4.7 AT680 l2300 l
GL350d 3.0 AT680 l2300 l
GL400 3.0 AT680 l2300 l
GL500 4.7 AT680 l2300 l

Mercedes GL-Class Trims and Equipment

Mercedes GL-Class trim levels sit on a technical version rather than replacing it. On the GL400 3.0 AT, for example, you may see equipment packs such as GL 400 4Matic Special Series and Premium. Those names describe cabin and convenience equipment around the same gasoline automatic all-wheel-drive SUV.

Mercedes GL-Class Trims and Equipment
ModificationBodyEquipment
GL350BlueTEC 3.0 ATSUV 5-doorsGL 400 4Matic Special Series
GL500 4.7 ATSUV 5-doorsAMG
GL350d 3.0 ATSUV 5-doorsPremium
GL350d 3.0 ATSUV 5-doorsAMG
GL400 3.0 ATSUV 5-doorsGL 400 4Matic Special Series
GL400 3.0 ATSUV 5-doorsPremium
GL400 3.0 ATSUV 5-doorsAMG
GL500 4.7 ATSUV 5-doorsGL 500 4Matic Special Series
GL500 4.7 ATSUV 5-doorsPremium
GL500 4.7 ATSUV 5-doorsAMG