Crash Test
Not Tested
Source NHTSA
MPG (up to)
12 -17 City / 17 -21 HWY
Horsepower
210 -382
Seats
7
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Kathryn P
Strong, resistant, intuitive, beautiful.
I love this car. The safety features are incredible. I learned how to drive in this car and I would not have wanted it any other way. It is so responsive and intuitive. It is incredible! It also looks great while feeling great behind the wheel. I love the rear view mirror and the sensors.
accountCircle Keith R
Awesome, safe and fun to drive car.
Performance is great and handles well in all weather conditions. Drives almost like a sedan and not an SUV. Great space for everyone and everything. The interior is gorgeous and very easy to clean. Never had mechanical issues and great experience with servicing.
accountCircle michael s
It's a quality vehicle, dependable, but is expensive to own, maintain, and is a gas hog. Beautiful to look at and drive.
It is attractive, rides smoothly, latest technology, runs well and have had few maintenance problems since owning the suv. Rices great in the snow, gas mileage is disappointing.
accountCircle John S
Changing the ride height is amazing when you off road. Music system is the best.
Camshaft timer is the worst thing on these vehicles. I had my vehicle and drove it 50,000 properly serviced and all. I was told by the dealership that this is a normal problem and is not covered under warranty. I had to spend 3000 to get it fixed. I would just like to know these things beforehand if this is a common problem.
accountCircle Candice K
Mercedes gal 450 pro & con review.
I absolutely love that this car has Bluetooth compatibility, I love that I can answer the phone without having to dig in my purse for it! The navigation is wonderful however it definitely needs an update. One thing that sold me on this car is the amount of legroom in the third row, it has so much room that my 15 yr. Old man child who is 6ft tall can sit back there & have plenty of room! (major selling point for us) a few cons for us, the middle row that folds has to be folded manually, I personally wish there was a button for that, I did lose some trunk space & having a big family I could use more however we got all of that leg room in the third row, so if I had to sacrifice somewhere it was going to be the trunk space. I absolutely love the way it handles in both sun & rain, & we've had lots of rain lately. Another con is that the leather seems to be on the thinner side which means it shows more wear & tear, especially on the drivers seat, but the rest of the car is so great!
accountCircle William A
Mercedes gl350 is a luxury vehicle with a great engine and high end interior.
It is very comfortable and luxurious. The ride is super smooth, and I have had no issues with the vehicle yet. The gas mileage is great. The interior is very high end and feels really soft. The engine has a lot of power and does not seem to use a lot of gas. This model has a lot bells and whistles that are fun to use.
accountCircle Tammie F
It is very safe and I feel very comfortable driving it.
I love the size of my vehicle. It comfortably fits my family and extra passengers. It is powerful. The safety features make me feel secured. It is a solid car. It drives very nice.
accountCircle Alice S
It is very spacious and comfortable. A beautiful car I feel safe driving.
My car is very spacious and comfortable. Been in a couple of accidents where the cars hitting me from behind where totaled and my car had not a scratch on it. It drives very smooth and is quite. Minus is that when something breaks it's very expensive to fix, but if you want a good and safe car it is totally worth it!

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Tino
Mino
Never buy gl350 waste your money just name nothing else .
accountCircle Amanda A
Airlift suspension malfunction.
Recently discovered issues with the airlift suspension system malfunctioning seems to temporarily be fixed with new fuse but mechanic says that fix is temporary and the next time repair with be several thousand dollars. After doing some research this year make and model have a history of suspension issues.

Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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GL 350 BlueTEC
210 HP 19 MPG 7 Seats
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GL 450
335 HP 15 MPG 7 Seats
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GL 550
382 HP 14 MPG 7 Seats
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2012 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Owner Reviews

4.54
28 Reviews
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5 stars 68%
4 stars 25%
3 stars 4%
2 stars 0%
1 star 4%
accountCircle Vera R on March 21, 2021
Beautiful grayish blue Mercedes Benz gl450.
My vehicle is just perfect for the family! Holds a lot but just enough! With cup holders in the front and in the back! Can elevate the car if wanted! Gas does not last long but just enough. The color is gray yet blue, absolutely stunning! Would highly recommend a Mercedes Benz gl450!
accountCircle Terri S on March 20, 2021
It is well prepared in case of an accident.
I love the smooth ride and the luxuries that my vehicle has. I also really appreciate how good it is on gas (for having to use premium).

Ranks #5 Luxury Full Size SUV by Owners

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class has an average owner rating of 4.54 out of 5 which ranks it #5 of 8 other Luxury Full Size SUVs.

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4.79
2
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4.64
5
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4.54

Ranks #3 Luxury Full Size SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class has a combined MPG of 21 which ranks it #3 of 8 other Luxury Full Size SUVs.

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32 MPG
2
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23 MPG
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21 MPG

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2012 mercedes gl350 bluetec oil capacity?

Answer: The oil capacity in the 2012 mercedes gl350 bluetec iS8 liters. When performing an oil change on the car You will first want to make sure that the vehicle has been parked and off for a couple of hours....

What are some of the 2012 mercedes gl450 problems?

Answer: The 2012 Mercedes GL450 is known to have a couple of common problems. In general Mercedes vehicles are known for being luxurious to drive, but also are known to have some mechanical problems that develop as...

What's the 2012 mercedes gl450 oil type?

Answer: The 2012 mercedes gl450 oil type iS5w-40. Having high quality oil is important for the engine to run smoothly. You will run into issues with the oil at some point. Bad oil can cause the engine to stop working....

What are some of the mercedes benz 2012 gl450 problems?

Answer: This 2012 gl450 does not have any specific issues, but like all cars, it can develop a number of problems over time if it is not taken care of. Common issues include low fluids, burnt out fuses, worn tires, and...

What are some of the 2012 mercedes gl350 bluetec problems?

Answer: Some people have complained that the interior of the Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTec is actually low on space, despite its size. The second row of seating probably won't give adequate legroom to anyone over 6'1.If...

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Safety & Reliability

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