Mercedes-Benz GL-Class vs Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class Compare price, expert/user reviews, mpg, engines, safety, cargo capacity and other specs at a glance.

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2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
GL 350 BlueTEC
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$19,897
13 listings nationwide

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2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class
GLK 250 BlueTEC
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$15,331
29 listings nationwide
5 GREAT deals
6 GOOD deals

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Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
GL 350 BlueTEC
Eric Tallberg Preview:

For the well-heeled among us who desire a full-size sport ute with power, plush, panache, and even a bit of practicality, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class might be just the ticket. Spor...

2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class
GLK 250 BlueTEC
Eric Tallberg Preview:

Need a compact luxury crossover for the commute or those trips to the mall? Take a look at the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class. Although this pint-size ute currently packs 5 folks in admi...

User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
GL 350 BlueTEC
40
ojide writes:
Excellent family car
Paseo_2678 writes:
This is the one we bought.
20
Guru91WGKX writes:
I absolutely love this car!!! It is reliable, peppy, sporty, comfortable, beautiful and everything we could as...
Family Car Ranked 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class worse.
"Both great family cars! The kids love the TVs in the head rests for long trips with cordless headphones. "
Value Ranked 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class worse.
"The 360 camera, massaging front seats, brown leather interior, key fab features, and heated AND cooling seats! "
2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class
GLK 250 BlueTEC
10
kamml writes:
Great compact luxury crossover.
Power Ranked 2017 INFINITI Q50 worse.
"305 HP"
Front Seats Ranked 2017 INFINITI Q50 worse.
"Typical German in fit and finish"
30
oliver writes:
The GLK Series was only produced until 2015 (succeeded by the GLC Series). The car is perfect value for money,...
Cargo Capacity Ranked 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 worse.
"Larger boot..."
Family Car Ranked 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 worse.
"Its a (pseudo) offroad car with more cargo space than the C300"
Paul A writes:
Awsome vehicle 300 hprs

Specs

2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
GL 350 BlueTEC
2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class
GLK 250 BlueTEC
Powertrain 7-Speed Automatic 7-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
AWD
Fuel Economy, City
19 MPG
24 MPG
Fuel Economy, Highway
26 MPG
33 MPG
Fuel Tank Volume 26.4 gal 17.4 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Power
240 hp @ 3,600 RPM
201 hp @ 3,800 RPM
Torque
455 lb-ft @ 1,600 RPM
369 lb-ft @ 1,600 RPM
Cylinders
6 cylinders
4 cylinders
Compression Ratio
15.5:1
16.2:1
Displacement
3,000 cc
2,100 cc
Bore x Stroke
3.27 in x 3.62 in
3.27 in x 3.9 in
Safety
ABS Brakes Standard Standard
Driver Airbag Standard Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard Standard
Front Side Airbags Standard Standard
Curtain Airbags Standard Standard
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Comfort and Convenience
Sunroof/Moonroof Standard --
Air Conditioning Standard Standard
CD Player Standard Standard
Radio Standard Standard
Power Windows Standard Standard
Power Door Locks Standard Standard
Driver Power Seats Standard Standard
Passenger Power Seats Standard Standard
Interior
Maximum Seating 7 seats 5 seats
Front Legroom 40.3 in 41.4 in
Back Legroom 38.5 in 35.1 in
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume 16 cu ft 16.5 cu ft
Maximum Payload 1,698 lbs 1,221 lbs
Standard Towing Capacity -- 3,500 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity 7,500 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior
Length 201.6 in 178.2 in
Width 84.3 in 79.4 in
Height 72.8 in 66.9 in
Wheelbase 121.1 in 108.5 in

Available Options

2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
GL 350 BlueTEC

Exterior Colors

  • Black
  • Dakota Brown Metallic
  • Designo Diamond White Metallic
  • Diamond Silver Metallic
  • Iridium Silver Metallic
  • Lunar Blue Metallic
  • Obsidian Black Metallic
  • Palladium Silver Metallic
  • Polar White
  • Steel Gray Metallic

Option Packages

  • Heated Second Row Seats
  • Harman Kardon Logic7 Surround Sound System
  • 3-Zone Automatic Climate Control
  • Soft-Close Doors
  • Active Curve System
  • Adaptive Damping System
  • Illuminated Running Boards
  • Illuminated Star
  • Accessory Rear-Seat Entertainment System
  • Rear-Seat Entertainment
  • SplitView
  • Designo Auburn Brown Leather Package
  • Designo Black Leather Package
  • Designo Porcelain Leather Package
  • Wood/Leather Steering Wheel
  • designo Wood & Leather Steering Wheel
  • Appearance Package
  • Bang & Olufsen Sound System
  • Lighting Package
  • Premium I Package
  • designo Black Piano Lacquer Trim
  • Driver Assistance Package
  • Lane Tracking Package
  • Night-View Assist Plus
  • Parking Assist Package
  • Parktronic with Active Parking Assist
  • Almond Beige/Black Leather Upholstery
  • Almond Beige/Mocha Leather Upholstery
  • Auburn Brown/Black Leather Upholstery
  • Gray/Black Leather Upholstery
  • Grey/Dark Grey Leather Upholstery
  • Black Leather Upholstery
  • Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
  • Multi-Contour Driver/Passenger Seats with Massage
  • Panorama Sunroof
  • Trailer Hitch
2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class
GLK 250 BlueTEC

Exterior Colors

  • Black
  • Designo Diamond White Metallic
  • Diamond Silver
  • Dolomite Brown
  • Iridium Silver Metallic
  • Lunar Blue Metallic
  • Mars Red
  • Obsidian Black Metallic
  • Palladium Silver Metallic
  • Pebble Gray
  • Polar White
  • Steel Gray Metallic

Option Packages

  • Brushed Aluminum Running Boards
  • Appearance Package
  • Becker Map Pilot Nav
  • Driver Assistance Package
  • Harman/Kardon Logic 7 Surround Sound System
  • Illuminated Door Sills (Set of 2)
  • Keyless-Go
  • Lane Tracking Package
  • Leather Package
  • Lighting Package
  • Multimedia Package
  • Parking Assistance Package
  • Premium 1 Package
  • Rear Seat Entertainment
  • Sport Package
  • Trailer Hitch
  • Heated Front Seats

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