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Mercedes-Benz GL450 vs Toyota Land Cruiser

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450

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Overview

SpecMercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATICToyota Land Cruiser1958
Selected trimGL 450 4MATIC1958
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefour wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission7-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20162027

Pricing & market

SpecMercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATICToyota Land Cruiser1958
MSRP$65,200$57,880 (best)
Lowest listing price—$21,267 (best)
Median listing price—$70,217 (best)
Highest listing price—$129,999 (best)
For sale now032 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATICToyota Land Cruiser1958
Combined MPG19 MPG23 MPG (best)
City MPG17 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG21 MPG25 MPG (best)
Fuel tank26.4 gal (best)17.9 gal

Performance

SpecMercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATICToyota Land Cruiser1958
Horsepower362 hp (best)326 hp
Torque369 lb-ft465 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3 L (best)2.4 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecMercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATICToyota Land Cruiser1958
Seating7 seats (best)5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume93.8 cu ft (best)82.1 cu ft
Towing capacity7,500 lbs (best)6,000 lbs
Curb weight5,371 lbs5,360 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—8.3 in (best)
Wheelbase121.1 in (best)112.2 in
Length201.6 in (best)196.4 in
Width84.3 in (best)77.9 in
Height72.8 in75.7 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecMercedes-Benz GL450GL 450 4MATICToyota Land Cruiser1958
Open recalls (YMM scope)5None reported (best)

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.

TrimMercedes-Benz GL450Toyota Land Cruiser
1

GL 450 4MATIC

$65,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

1958

$57,880 MSRP(Currently comparing)

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Base

$62,725 MSRP

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Mercedes-Benz GL450 vs Toyota Land Cruiser FAQ

Which is better: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 vs 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser starts lower at $57,880. Live Toyota Land Cruiser listings start at $21,267.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
The 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (57,880).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
The 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 leads on horsepower in this comparison (362).
Which has better seats: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,500).