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 7.4
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Overall Ratings
- The GL320's well-mannered driving dynamics combine with its excellent build quality and materials to produce a competent large, luxury SUV.
7.4 / 10 Dynamics
8.0 / 10
Engine Performance- Smooth, silent operation, adequate power.
8.0 / 10 Transmission Performance- Seven speeds keep the engine in its sweet spot.
7.0 / 10
Brake Performance- No unique performance here. Step on the pedal and it stops.
8.0 / 10 Steering Perfomance- Better than most full-size SUVs, good feedback at speed.
8.0 / 10 Handling- Excellent road manners for a large SUV.
7.0 / 10 Off-road Performance
7.0 / 10 Towing Performance
6.0 / 10
Fun-to-Drive- Not the most fun vehicle this size, but one of the most efficient.
7.9 / 10 Comfort
8.0 / 10 Ride Comfort- Air suspension remarkably adaptive. Smooths rough terrain very well and provides compliant highway ride.
8.0 / 10 Wind Noise- Nothing excessive.
8.0 / 10 Road Noise- Nothing excessive.
8.0 / 10 Front Seat Comfort/Space/Access- Lots of space, compliant seat which is comfortable on long hauls.
8.0 / 10 Rear Seat Comfort/Space/Access- Lots of space, comfortable seating, third row folds flat.
7.0 / 10 3rd Seat Comfort/Space/Access
8.0 / 10 Driving Position- Tall, upright, commanding.
7.2 / 10 Function
7.0 / 10 Headlight Illumination- Adequate night visibility.
7.0 / 10 Visibility- Standard sightlines for a tall vehicle.
7.0 / 10 Instrument Panel Layout- Two large gauges work well.
7.0 / 10 Climate Control System Layout- Dual temperature control knobs, otherwise all controls are buttons.
7.0 / 10 Audio System Layout- Lots of buttons here -- plus a volume knob.
8.0 / 10 Secondary Control Layout- Best seat adjusters in the business.
7.0 / 10 Interior Storage- Adequate bins and pockets.
7.0 / 10 Standard Cargo/Trunk Space- Large cargo space.
8.0 / 10 Maximum Cargo Space (ease & amount)- Second and third rows fold flat.
7.0 / 10 Cupholders- Well designed, but there's only two up front.
7.3 / 10 Design/Build Quality
7.0 / 10 Exterior Design- Boring body shape.
7.0 / 10 Interior Design- Looks and function just OK.
8.0 / 10 Interior Materials- Nice materials -- even for a luxury SUV.
8.0 / 10 Interior Control Tactile Feel- All controls have excellent feel.
7.0 / 10 Squeaks & Rattles- We didn't notice any squeaks or rattles on our test vehicle.
7.0 / 10 Panel Fitment & Gaps- We didn't notice any panel fitment problems on our test vehicle.
Consumer Ratings are also available for this style.
See the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Consumer Ratings |
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