2015 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$63,600 to $119,450

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If you’re going to go big, you might as well go for beautiful and brash, too. The 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class full-size luxury SUV certainly offers all that, plus 7-passenger seating in 3 rows, 93.8 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seatbacks folded, standard full-time all-wheel drive (4MATIC AWD) and a choice of turbodiesel or twin-turbo gasoline-burning powerplants.

The only notable upgrade debuting in this behemoth for 2015 is the addition of an available Black Crystal package featuring 22-inch forged alloy wheels, customized exterior trim pieces and a unique grille. Other than that, little else is different as this heavenly and hefty hauler returns in 4 trims, the base (at least price-wise) GL350 BlueTEC, the lower-midlevel GL450, the plush GL550 and the top-shelf, sport-oriented GL63 AMG. The latter offers a sport-tuned suspension to complement the adaptive suspension damping system that’s also found on those lower trims, as well as a monster 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8. It also offers a 6-figure MSRP that screams “You get what you pay for!”

Anyhow, the 2015 GL63 AMG’s outsized turbo V8 uses a 7-speed shiftable automatic transmission to pound out 550 hp and 560 lb-ft of torque, good enough to tow some 7,500 pounds of trailer with the proper equipment. Mileage figures are estimated at 13 mpg city/17 highway.

Powering down a little, the GLK350 BlueTEC sports a 3.0-liter turbodiesel V6 engine that puts out 240 hp and 455 lb-ft of torque under the management of the ubiquitous 7-speed shiftable automatic, with mileage figures estimated at a pretty decent 19/26.

Meanwhile, both the GL450 and the GL550 tote a twin-turbocharged 4.7-liter V8 that throws down 362 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque, again under the auspices of the 7-speed shiftable automatic. Mileage in this penultimate V8 is estimated at 14/19.

Once again, standard goodies, inside and out, include alloy wheels, a power sunroof, power liftgate, roof rack, leatherette (premium vinyl) upholstery, heated power-adjustable front seats, full power accessories including reverse-tilt heated exterior power mirrors and a power-folding third-row seat. Of course, adaptive cruise control is standard once again, as are telescoping tilt-wheel steering, a remote garage door opener, rear-view camera and dual-zone auto climate control.

Standard techno-bling begins with M-B’s basic mbrace2 directions and connections via Bluetooth hands-free technology and a single-CD player with video monitor, a memory-card slot and Bluetooth music streaming, all of which are interfaced with Mercedes’ 7-inch COMMAND infotainment touchscreen.

The GL550 adds to that standard leather upholstery, heated and cooled front cupholders, memory settings for 3 drivers, voice-activated GPS navigation, massaging front seats and a 14-speaker, 830-watt Harman Kardon premium Surround Sound stereo boasting a 6-CD changer and satellite radio.

Topping it all off is the 2015 GL63 AMG, delivered with the above-mentioned sport-tuned suspension boasting adaptive stabilizer bars, along with 21-inch forged alloy wheels, some heady interior and exterior styling cues, and an even further upgraded Bang & Olufsen audio system, again with 14 speakers and Surround Sound.

Optional equipment in lower GL trims includes most features found standard in higher trims, while stuff like a Class III trailer hitch, upgraded cabin accent materials, power sliding and heated second-row seats, rear-seat DVD entertainment and a split-view dashboard display that shows individualized information to the driver and front passenger return as options in all trims. The GL450 and 550, meantime, remain eligible for an available On-/Off-Road package that flaunts a beefed-up suspension, 6-mode terrain selector and front skid plates for those pampered trips into the hinterlands. And don’t forget that newly available Black Crystal package mentioned above.

Finally, the usual mandated safety equipment adorns the 2015 GL-Class, including 4-wheel antilock braking (ABS), traction and stability control, front side-mounted airbags and 3-row head airbags. Additionally, all trims boast daytime running lights, front fog/driving lights, turn-signal-integrated mirrors, mbrace2 emergency assistance and notifications, high-intensity-discharge (HID) headlights, pre- and post-collision safety systems and Attention Assist driver alerts when it’s time to take a break. Depending on the trim selected, lane-keeping assistance and forward-collision alerts are either standard or optional and come in 2 forms—passive alerts via driver’s-seat vibration and warning chimes or, with an optional upgrade to the Driver Assistance package, forward-collision mitigation. Oh, and a remote antitheft alarm is also standard across the lineup, while Night Vision Assistance and PARKTRONIC parking assist with around-view camera placements remain optional.

Published May 31, 2022 by Eric Tallberg

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by Derrick S
Sep 08, 2024
Car is excellent just have to keep up with maintenance and it could use more leg room in the back Sep 08, 2024
by Parys M
Jul 23, 2024
This is a luxury vehicle with a very reasonable price. The car is good for everyday activities or catching everyones attention. Mercedes - Benz is one of the best cars you can purchase besides many others. Jul 23, 2024
by Robert H
May 03, 2024
The vehicle is in very good shape and offered more than what expected. May 03, 2024

2015 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Pricing

Original MSRP
$63,600 to $119,450
Price range
$14,099 to $15,134
Average price on CG
$14,200
YoY price change
$15,060 to $14,200

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 8

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: front center · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: alloy

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.46

Engine

Alternator: 180 amps

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: alloy · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Skid plate(s): front · Window trim: chrome

Headrests

Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Connected in-car apps: Google search · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power glass · Roof rails: aluminum

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front and rear · Seatbelt pretensioners: front, rear and third row · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Stability and Traction

Traction control: with trailer stability control

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: height · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: mbrace · Smart device app function: maintenance status

Third Row Seat

Type: 50-50 split bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 8

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: alloy

Convenience Features

Assist handle: rear · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front, rear and third row · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.46

Engine

Alternator: 180 amps

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Skid plate(s): front · Window trim: chrome

Headrests

Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Connected in-car apps: Google search · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: one-touch open/close · Roof rails: aluminum

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front, rear and third row · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Stability and Traction

Traction control: with trailer stability control

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: height · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: mbrace · Smart device app function: lock operation

Third Row Seat

Type: 50-50 split bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Single rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: jack · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Harman-Kardon · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 830 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Active parking system: driver controlled brake, gas and gear selection · Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Assist handle: rear · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: passenger seat · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 115V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 14

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.46

Engine

Alternator: 180 amps

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: alloy · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Running boards: illuminated · Side door type: soft close · Skid plate(s): front · Window trim: chrome

Headrests

Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Connected in-car apps: Facebook · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: self-leveling · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 14

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: tilt/slide · Roof rails: aluminum

Safety

Camera system: surround view · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off · Parking sensors: front · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front and rear · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: 4-way power lumbar · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: power · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Stability and Traction

Traction control: with trailer stability control

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: height · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Navigation system: hard drive navigation system · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: mbrace · Smart device app function: horn/light operation

Third Row Seat

Type: 50-50 split bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Single rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: jack · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Harman-Kardon · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 830 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 15.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: front center · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Active parking system: driver controlled brake, gas and gear selection · Adaptive stop and go cruise control: semi-automatic · Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Assist handle: rear · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front, rear and third row · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 14

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.47

Engine

Alternator: 180 amps

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Running boards: illuminated · Side door type: soft close · Skid plate(s): front · Window trim: chrome

Headrests

Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Connected in-car apps: Google search · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: automatic high beam dimmer · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: driver side auto-dimming

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 14

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power glass · Roof rails: aluminum

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: front · Camera system: surround view · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: rear · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front, rear and third row · Seatbelt pretensioners: front, rear and third row · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: 4-way power lumbar · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Stability and Traction

Traction control: with trailer stability control

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: height · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: mbrace · Smart device app function: maintenance status

Third Row Seat

Type: 50-50 split bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent

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