2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2007 models.

Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
Pictured: Mercedes-Benz X167 IMG 5259. Photo: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 4.6L 8-cyl
Drivetrain
4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Diesel, Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
20 combined · 18 city / 23 hwy
Length
–
Curb weight
–
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
0 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Excellent fuel economyUp to 20 MPG combined — 15% better than the average 2007 SUV - (17.4 MPG).
  • No recalls so far

Watch out for

No weak spots against similar models in the data.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 22 similar 2007 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class is a SUV - offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 4.6L 8-cyl) and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (18 city / 23 highway), 15% better than the 2007 SUV - average of 17.4 MPG, for an estimated $4,800 a year in fuel.

There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
GL320 CDI 4matic Diesel3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 7-spd4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive18 / 23 / 20+15%$4,800509
GL450 4matic4.6L 8-cylAutomatic 7-spd4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive13 / 17 / 15-14%$5,500592
Spend $12,000Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
17.4 MPG2007 Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2007 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class under the current (2011+) test program.

Similar 2007 SUV -s

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class (this car)20 MPGNot rated0
2007 Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPGNot rated0
2007 Land Rover Range Rover15 MPGNot rated3
2007 Porsche Cayenne16 MPGNot rated0
2007 BMW X518 MPGNot rated11
2007 BMW X320 MPGNot rated5
2007 Cadillac Escalade14 MPGNot rated3

Recalls (0)

No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

No owner complaints for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class in NHTSA's database since 2015.

Used 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
  2. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other GL-Class years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2016 GL-Class19202.4 inNot rated00
2015 GL-Class19202.4 inNot rated00
2014 GL-Class16202 inNot rated00
2013 GL-Class16202 inNot rated00
2012 GL-Class15200.4 inNot rated00
2011 GL-Class15200.4 inNot rated00
2010 GL-Class14200.4 inNot rated00
2009 GL-Class15200.4 inNot rated00
2008 GL-Class20200.4 inNot rated00

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mercedes-Benz. How we calculate this →