Mercedes-Benz GL320 vs Mercedes-Benz GL450
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450
Overview
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz GL320GL320 BlueTEC | Mercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | GL320 BlueTEC | GL 450 4MATIC |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | diesel fuel | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | diesel | gas |
| Model year | 2009 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz GL320GL320 BlueTEC | Mercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $58,200 (best) | $65,200 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz GL320GL320 BlueTEC | Mercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 26.4 gal | 26.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz GL320GL320 BlueTEC | Mercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 210 hp | 362 hp (best) |
| Torque | 398 lb-ft (best) | 369 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz GL320GL320 BlueTEC | Mercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 83.3 cu ft | 93.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 7,500 lbs | 7,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,631 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 5,313 lbs (best) | 5,371 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 7.8 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 121.1 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 201.6 in (best) |
| Width | 76.4 in | 84.3 in (best) |
| Height | 72.4 in | 72.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz GL320GL320 BlueTEC | Mercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Mercedes-Benz GL320 | Mercedes-Benz GL450 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GL320 BlueTEC $58,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GL 450 4MATIC $65,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) |