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2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Class Features Review

July 28, 2008

FEATURES | 10 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

All trim levels have a power-folding 50/50-split third row
Cars.com

The Enhanced Off-Road Package is available on the GL 450 only
Edmunds.com

Extensive list of options
Kelley Blue Book

All 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class utes are outfitted with a lengthy list of standard features and options that can push the SUV’s price well beyond $80,000.

Edmunds.com notes standard features are comprehensive on this Mercedes-Benz; 2008 GL320 and GL450 utes include real wood trim, a 7,500-pound towing capacity, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated power front seats, the COMAND electronics interface, a power-folding third row, and an eight-speaker audio system with glove-box-mounted six-CD changer with auxiliary audio input. On the GL320 and GL450, Mercedes-Benz provides 18- and 19-inch wheels as standard, respectively.

Mercedes’s 2008 GL550 offers all of the above and adds bigger wheels, unique front-end styling, and running boards.

There are four optional equipment packages for the two lesser-model GLs. Edmunds says they include features like memory seats, a power liftgate, a navigation system with rearview camera, a Harman Kardon Logic7 sound system with Sirius, three-zone climate control, and a heated steering wheel.

Other features include rain-sensing wipers, a DVD rear-seat entertainment system, 19-inch wheels, and adaptive cruise control. Unique to the GL450 is the Off-Road Package.

Conclusion

If price is no object, the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class offers features to satisfy the most options-hungry buyer.

FEATURES | 10 out of 10Expert Quotes:All trim levels have a power-folding 50/50-split third rowCars.comThe Enhanced Off-Road Package is available on the GL 450 onlyEdmunds.comExtensive list of optionsKelley Blue Book All 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class utes are outfitted with a lengthy list of standard features and options that can push the SUV’s price well beyond $80,000. Edmunds.com notes standard features are comprehensive on this Mercedes-Benz; 2008 GL320 and GL450 utes include real wood trim, a 7,500-pound towing capacity, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated power front seats, the COMAND electronics interface, a power-folding third row, and an eight-speaker audio system with glove-box-mounted six-CD changer with auxiliary audio input. On the GL320 and GL450, Mercedes-Benz provides 18- and 19-inch wheels as standard, respectively. Mercedes’s 2008 GL550 offers all of the above and adds bigger wheels, unique front-end styling, and running boards. There are four optional equipment packages for the two lesser-model GLs. Edmunds says they include features like memory seats, a power liftgate, a navigation system with rearview camera, a Harman Kardon Logic7 sound system with Sirius, three-zone climate control, and a heated steering wheel. Other features include rain-sensing wipers, a DVD rear-seat entertainment system, 19-inch wheels, and adaptive cruise control. Unique to the GL450 is the Off-Road Package. ConclusionIf price is no object, the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class offers features to satisfy the most options-hungry buyer.  2008 MERCEDES-BENZ GL-CLASS STYLING | [9 out of 10] Car and Driver: "all kinds of manly with broad-shouldered looks" Cars.com: "Elegant styling" ConsumerGuideAuto: "Gauges are large and easy to read." Edmunds.com: "GL550 is differentiated...by its more-in-your-face grille" The ...

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Other Choices:

The Land Rover Range Rover has prestige at its back and exceptional off-road prowess, but only two rows of seats. The Lexus LX 570 is a huge dirt-grinder with punishing weight and fuel economy, but small third-row seats. Cadillac's Escalade comes with three rows of seats and a hip, blingy style--and a hybrid powertrain is available.

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