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Mercedes-Benz GL550 vs Toyota Land Cruiser

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

Vehicles

Mercedes-Benz logo

2016 Mercedes-Benz GL550

Toyota logo

2027 Toyota Land Cruiser

Overview

SpecMercedes-Benz GL550GL 550 4MATICToyota Land Cruiser1958
Selected trimGL 550 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 GL550GL 550 4MATICToyota Land Cruiser1958
MSRP$89,950$57,880 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecMercedes-Benz GL550GL 550 4MATICToyota Land Cruiser1958
Combined MPG15 MPG23 MPG (best)
City MPG13 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG18 MPG25 MPG (best)
Fuel tank26.4 gal (best)17.9 gal

Performance

SpecMercedes-Benz GL550GL 550 4MATICToyota Land Cruiser1958
Horsepower429 hp (best)326 hp
Torque516 lb-ft (best)465 lb-ft
Engine size4.7 L (best)2.4 L
CylindersV8I4

Size & capability

SpecMercedes-Benz GL550GL 550 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 weight5,578 lbs5,360 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8.3 in (best)
Wheelbase121.1 in (best)112.2 in
Length202.6 in (best)196.4 in
Width84.3 in (best)77.9 in
Height72.8 in75.7 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecMercedes-Benz GL550GL 550 4MATICToyota Land Cruiser1958
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimMercedes-Benz GL550Toyota Land Cruiser
1

GL 550 4MATIC

$89,950 MSRP(Currently comparing)

1958

$57,880 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Base

$62,725 MSRP

Mercedes-Benz GL550 vs Toyota Land Cruiser: Price, MPG, Safety & Specs Compared | Open Dealer