Used 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Consumer Reviews
Used GL-Class for sale
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2009 GL-Class, so we've included reviews for other years of the GL-Class since its last redesign.
GL 320 CDI (Would not reccomend)
john, 08/20/2008
2008 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class GL320 CDI 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 7A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The GL 320 is a very nice carin performance, luxury, fun, safety, fuel economy, and design. Accelerating onto the freeway it will go faster than a Chevy Suburban because of the 398ft lbs of torque. The luxury amentities are outstanding. Safety, we took this car onto a muddy road with ice, snow, and potholes. Honestly, I would rather be in that car than any other. Car looks very nice except the mirrors (too small). We got 32 MPG one time on the highway. Car is fun to drive and handle. I have had a lot of problems though.The shock on a rear tire had to be replaced 9000 miles. The computer that tells the low oil and stuff needed to be replaced 11000 miles. Sucked up oil because of a ripped line 7000 mi.
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barbaqued, 05/07/2009
2008 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class GL320 CDI 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 7A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I really like the car. The handling is excellent and so is the fuel economy. The cabin is quite and stays cool even our Arizona summer. There was an issue with the radio that took three tries to fix. Apparently a window switch was interfering with a speaker and causing distortion. The navigation really needs some help so does the i-pod interface. If you have ever used a Garmen you will be frustrated with Mercedes navigation. I have pulled large trailers without problem. After 20,000 miles I am planning to buy a 2009.
2009 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class for sale near you
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GL 550 Refined And Exilerating
Gary Case, 09/19/2007
2008 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class GL550 4dr SUV AWD (5.5L 8cyl 7A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car has a duo personality, smooth and refined around town; yet exilerating on the open road. The ulta wide 21 inch tires complement the suspension dynamics to make it handle like a BMW x5 with out the punishing ride. When you are on a Sunday drive with the family, they'll never realize there is 380 horses under the hood.
Only thing that saves vehicle is dealer service
Bob, 11/18/2018
2008 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class GL320 CDI 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 7A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
Bought this new Jan 2008. Owned 2 ML's before so hoped this would be a more reliable choice. Not so. From very beginning, things went downhill. Fortunatelly warranty covered repairs/replacement parts but because we put 25K per year, warranty ran out before expiration of time so we were stuck with the repair bills beginning in third year. Light bulbs were burning out in 2-3 years. Major repairs, AC compressor, turbocharger, 4wd transaxle. We are getting ready to replace with a leased vehicle. No MB models on the list. Genesis, Kia, and Audi are top choices.
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Good looks - Inferior Quality Electronic
ChildsPlay, 10/15/2010
2008 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class GL450 4dr SUV AWD (4.7L 8cyl 7A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
My spouse & I both own SUVs. He drives a Lexus GX470 and I the GL450. The GL450 is a competent vehicle with ample cargo capacity for transporting our large dogs & medical equip. However, I have had to make numerous trips to the dealership to remedy electronic and suspension issues. I do feel very safe inside the vehicle. However, I must admit that my husband's Lexus seems to handle the snow better than my GL and his vehicle has been completely problem free. I have trepidations regarding the cost of maintaining and repairing this vehicle once the warranty expires. The Navigation system and bluetooth integration are vastly inferior to the Lexus.