Mercedes-Benz GL: generations and engines
The Mercedes-Benz GL was built from 2006 to 2015 in 3 generations, with 14 engine versions in our catalog (SUV). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.
EnlargeProduction years2006–2015
Generations3
Engine versions14
Power211–558 hp
Body stylesSUV
FuelDiesel, Gasoline
Timeline
Mercedes-Benz GL generations
- 2006–2009
Mercedes-Benz GL (X164)
Engines below - 2009–2012
Mercedes-Benz GL (X164 facelift 2009)
Engines below - 2012–2015
Specs
Mercedes-Benz GL engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
Mercedes-Benz GL (X164)2006–2009 · 4 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL 320 CDI (224 hp) 4MATIC G-TRONIC | 2006–2008 | Diesel | 224 hp (165 kW) | 376 lb-ft (510 Nm) | 9.5 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) | |
| GL 420 CDI (306 hp) 4MATIC G-TRONIC | 2006–2009 | Diesel | 306 hp (225 kW) | 516 lb-ft (700 Nm) | 7.6 s | 143 mph (230 km/h) | |
| GL 450 (340 hp) 4MATIC G-TRONIC | 2006–2008 | Gasoline | 340 hp (250 kW) | 339 lb-ft (460 Nm) | 7.2 s | 146 mph (235 km/h) | |
| GL 500 (388 hp) 4MATIC G-TRONIC | 2006–2008 | Gasoline | 388 hp (285 kW) | 391 lb-ft (530 Nm) | 5.9 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) |
Mercedes-Benz GL (X164 facelift 2009)2009–2012 · 6 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL350 CDI (211 hp) BlueTEC 4MATIC G-TRONIC | 2009–2010 | Diesel | 211 hp (155 kW) | 398 lb-ft (540 Nm) | 9.6 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) | |
| GL350 CDI (224 hp) BlueEFFICIENCY 4MATIC G-TRONIC | 2009–2010 | Diesel | 224 hp (165 kW) | 376 lb-ft (510 Nm) | 9.5 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) | |
| GL450 (340 hp) 4MATIC G-TRONIC | 2009–2012 | Gasoline | 340 hp (250 kW) | 339 lb-ft (460 Nm) | 7.2 s | 146 mph (235 km/h) | |
| GL450 CDI (306 hp) 4MATIC DPF G-TRONIC | 2009–2010 | Diesel | 306 hp (225 kW) | 516 lb-ft (700 Nm) | 7.6 s | 143 mph (230 km/h) | |
| GL500 (388 hp) 4MATIC G-TRONIC | 2009–2012 | Gasoline | 388 hp (285 kW) | 391 lb-ft (530 Nm) | 6.5 s | 149 mph (240 km/h) | |
| GL350 CDI (265 hp) BlueEFFICIENCY 4MATIC G-TRONIC | 2010–2012 | Diesel | 265 hp (195 kW) | 457 lb-ft (620 Nm) | 7.9 s | 140 mph (225 km/h) |
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- Real mileage – service and inspection readings show if the odometer was rolled back.
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- Old photos – how the car looked in earlier listings.
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