Mercedes-Benz GL-Class (X164)


The X164 GL-Class is a full-size luxury SUV produced by Mercedes-Benz, from 2006 to 2012.

Development and launch

The X164 GL-Class debuted at the 2006 North American International Auto Show, and deliveries commenced on September in Europe. Around US$600,000,000 was invested in the Mercedes Alabama plant in preparation for the production of vehicles including the X164 GL-Class.
Unlike most three-row luxury SUV's at the time, the GL-Class is based on an elongated and widened version of the M-Class platform, instead of the body-on-frame construction found on vehicles such as the Lexus LX and Cadillac Escalade.
GL500 models are badged as GL550 in the United States.

Equipment

All models feature leather electric seats, an automatic climate control system, 19-inch alloy wheels, 4MATIC all-wheel drive, air suspension, and a 7-speed 7G-Tronic automatic transmission. GL-Class models are also optionally available with a tyre pressure monitoring system, DAB digital radio, reversing camera, and rear seat infotainment screens. Grand Edition models were also offered from 2011, and feature a redesigned front bumper, taller grille with three slats, 20-inch AMG alloy wheels, bi-xenon headlamps, and a two-tone interior.

Models

Petrol engines

Diesel engines

Model year changes

2009 facelift

The following changes apply for models produced since June 2009:
The following are the sales figures for the X164 GL-Class:
Note: 2012 sales figures include the next generation model.
YearEU salesUS sales
20063,00718,776
20078,02726,396
20084,22723,328
20092,87115,012
20102,24919,943
20112,50825,139
20121,57326,042
Total:24,462154,636

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