How much does the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class cost in today's market?

Used Mercedes-Benz GL-Class prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class's current nationwide average price is $12,049, and its year-round low is $11,871.31. That puts the model's current pricing in a relatively tight band across the years shown, with each model year sitting close to its own annual range. Recently, prices have come down for the 2014, 2015, and 2016 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class a good car?

Yes — the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class is well liked by owners across the model years in this data. The all-generations owner rating is 4.58/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly praise its luxurious feel, spacious cabin, smooth ride, and strong performance. Family-friendly practicality and a refined driving experience also come up often in reviews, along with appreciation for its comfort on longer drives.

26.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mercedes-Benz GL-Class models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class as comfortable, powerful, and refined, with smooth road manners and a premium feel. Expert and owner feedback also points to strong capability and a spacious interior that suits family use.

• Owners rate the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class between 4.56 and 4.91 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is shaped by upkeep costs and the complexity of premium features, so a careful pre-purchase inspection and service-history review are especially valuable.

What should I look for when buying a used Mercedes-Benz GL-Class?

Across all model years, at 64.7% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

What Mercedes-Benz GL-Class do most buyers choose?

The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class years with the most listings are 2015, 2014, and 2016.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shopper attention because you have more inventory to compare, more pricing spread to work with, and a better chance of finding the trim and condition you want.

What is the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class's resale value?

Prices are moving down across all three model years shown, which can create better opportunities for used buyers. The largest drop is a double-digit decline, while the other two years also show meaningful year-over-year decreases. That pattern points to improving value for shoppers who want a luxury SUV at a lower entry price.

The 2015, 2014, and 2016 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Should I buy a used Mercedes-Benz GL-Class now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2015 model is at −6.38% versus a year ago, and the 2014 model is at −7.96%.
• Deal availability: The 2015 model has 28% good and great deals, and the 2014 model has 27.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2015 model has the most listings at a current average price of $13,825.

If you're buying used today, the 2015 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the newest version, it may be worth waiting for 2017 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.