Compare 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $61,570 | $61,570 | $59,950 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $57,260 | $57,260 | $55,753 |
| Destination | $875 | $875 | $875 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | |
| Air Conditioning, Rear | With Separate Controls | With Separate Controls | |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | |
| Auxiliary Visors | Dual | Dual | |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | Standard | |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | |
| Cell Phone | N/A | Pre-wiring | |
| Clock | Analog | In-dash | |
| Compass | Standard | Standard | |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | N/A | Optional | |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Leather | |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 3 | 5 | |
| Lighter Elements | Front | N/A | |
| Ashtray | Standard | Standard | |
| Overhead Console | N/A | Mini With Storage | |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | |
| 1-touch Window Up | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Standard | Standard | |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | |
| Water Temp Gauge | N/A | Standard | |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night | |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | Power | |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather/aluminum | Leather | |
| Air Compressor | N/A | Standard | |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | |
| Standard Seating | 7 Passengers | 7 Passengers | |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 8-way Power | |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 8-way Power | |
| Lumbar Support | Driver | Driver And Passenger | |
| Front Armrests | Center | Driver And Passenger | |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable W/tilt | |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | |
| Cooled Front Seats | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | |
| Memory | Driver And Passenger | Driver | |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Split-bench | 40-20-40 Split-bench | |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | Standard | |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | |
| Heated Rear Seats | Optional | Optional | |
| 3rd Row Seats | 50-50 Split-bench | 50-50 Bench | |
| Seat Trim | Leatherette | Leather | |
| 3rd Row Fold Into Floor | Power | Manual | |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan | |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted Single | |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | |
| DVD-Audio | Standard | Standard | |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | |
| Voice Recognition | Optional | N/A | |
| Speakers | 8 | 14 Bose | |
| Amplifier | Optional | 270W | |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | |
| Entertainment System | With DVD | N/A | |
| Navigation System | COMAND With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation | |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | |
| 2nd Row LCD Screen | 2 | N/A | |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row | SIDEGUARD | |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | Driver | N/A | |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | Mbrace | N/A | |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | N/A | |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front And Rear | |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | |
| Headlights | Halogen | High Intensity Low/high Beam, Xenon Plus | |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Auto On/off | |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | |
| Headlight Washer | Optional | Standard | |
| Cornering Lights | Standard | N/A | |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | Optional | Standard | |
| LED Taillights | Standard | Standard | |
| Door Curb Lights | 4 | 4 | |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | |
| Parking Assist | PARKTRONIC | Standard | |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | |
| Keyless Access System | Optional | Standard | |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | |
| First Aid Kit | Standard | N/A | |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | |
| Blind Spot Sensor | Optional | Standard | |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (12 Month/5,000 Mileage), Accessories (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | |
| Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | 12 Months/5,000 Miles | |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Metallic Monotone | |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Body-colored | N/A | |
| Bodyside Insert | Chrome | N/A | |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Chrome | |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | |
| Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Power Liftgate | |
| Tinted Windows | Deep | Deep | |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | Driver | Driver And Passenger | |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st And 2nd Row Exterior Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | |
| 3rd Row Sunroof | Fixed Composite With Sunshade | Exterior Express Open/close Tilting Glass With Sunshade | |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | |
| Roof Rack | Optional | Optional | |
| Roof Rails | Standard | Standard | |
| Rear Step Bumper | Standard | N/A | |
| Front Tires | P275/50HR20.0 BSW Run-flat AS | P275/45HR20.0 BSW AS | |
| Wheels | 20" Silver Aluminum | 20" Silver Aluminum | |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | N/A | Compact Steel | |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | Standard | |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval | |
| Running Boards | Illuminated | Optional | |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.0L V-6 | 3.0L V-6 | |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | |
| Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | Intercooled Supercharger | |
| Recommended Fuel | Diesel | Premium Unleaded | |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | |
| Drive Type | 4MATIC All Wheel | Quattro All Wheel | |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Servotronic | |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | |
| Ride Control | N/A | Optional | |
| Adaptive Suspension | N/A | Optional | |
| Height Adjustable Suspension | Automatic W/driver Control | Automatic W/driver Control | |
| Automatic Level Control | 4-corner | 4-corner | |
| Front Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone | |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | |
| Front Springs | Air | Coil | |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | |
| Rear Springs | Air | Coil | |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | Standard | |
| Sequential Shift Control | Standard | Tiptronic | |
| Transmission | 7-spd Auto W/OD | 8-spd W/OD | |
| Axle Ratio | 3.45 | 3.70 | |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 200.7 " | 200.3 " | |
| Exterior Body Width | 78.3 " | 78.1 " | |
| Exterior Height | 72.4 " | 68.4 " | |
| Engine | 3.0L V-6 | 3.0L V-6 | |
| Horsepower | 210 @ 3,400 Rpm | 333 @ 5,500 Rpm | |
| Torque | 400 @ 1,600 Rpm | 325 @ 2,900 Rpm | |
| Fuel Economy - City | 17 Mpg | 16 Mpg | |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 21 Mpg | 22 Mpg | |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 12.1 Seconds | 7.5 Seconds | |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 18.4 Seconds | 15.6 Seconds | |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 71 Mph | 86 Mph | |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .8 | |
| Slalom Speed | 56 Mph | 56 Mph | |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.27/3.62 " | 3.33/3.50 " | |
| Curb Weight | 5,512 Lbs. | 5,412 Lbs. | |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 6,945 Lbs. | 7,044 Lbs. | |
| Payload | 1,433 Lbs. | 1,279 Lbs. | |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 7,500 Lbs. | 5,500 Lbs. | |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 " | 118.2 " | |
| Front Track | 65.0 " | 65.0 " | |
| Rear Track | 65.1 " | 66.0 " | |
| Turning Radius | 19.8 '' | 19.7 '' | |
| Ground Clearance | 10.9 " | 9.4 " | |
| Drag Coefficient | .37 | .37 | |
| Front Legroom | 40.3 " | 41.3 " | |
| Rear Legroom | 39.5 " | 37.1 " | |
| Third Row Legroom | 34.2 " | 29.2 " | |
| Front Headroom | 40.1 " | 40.0 " | |
| Rear Headroom | 40.6 " | 37.2 " | |
| Third Row Headroom | 38.2 " | 35.4 " | |
| Front Shoulder Room | 58.3 " | 58.7 " | |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 58.9 " | 58.1 " | |
| Third Row Shoulder Room | 50.5 " | 48.6 " | |
| Luggage Volume | 14.3 Cu.ft. | 10.9 Cu.ft. | |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 83.3 Cu.ft. | 72.5 Cu.ft. | |
| Passenger Volume | 143 Cu.ft. | 133 Cu.ft. | |
| Fuel Tank | 26.4 Gal. | 26.4 Gal. | |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings | |||
| Overall Rollover Rating | N/A | N/A | 4 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | N/A | N/A | good |
| Chest | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Torso | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Structure/safety cage | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Overall Front | N/A | N/A | good |
| Overall Side | N/A | N/A | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Head Protection | N/A | N/A | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | N/A | N/A | good |
| Restraints | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | N/A | N/A | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | good |
| Head/Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Dynamic Rating | N/A | N/A | good |
