Mercedes GL 2012
This generation of Mercedes GL has been produced from January, 2012 to December, 2015. We can provide information about 4 modifications of this generation. 2012 Mercedes GL comes with four wheel drive (4x4).
This Mercedes is available with three petrol engines with displacement from 3.0 to 5.5 litres and power of from 333 to 558 horsepower un one diesel engine with displacement 3.0 litres and power of 250 HP.
The car is available with only with automatic gearbox.
Mercedes GL 2012 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 9.6 to 12.3 litres per 100km, but for diesel engine - approximately 8 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Mercedes GL 2012 petrol engine version is Mercedes GL 400 2012, consuming 9.6 litres per 100km.
According to user reviews, Mercedes GL real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 23 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy. For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Mercedes GL modification.
Mercedes GL 2012 CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 262 to 288 grams per kilometer, but for diesel engine - approximately 192 grams per kilometer. From Mercedes GL with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Mercedes GL 500 2012 BlueEFFICIENCY 4Matic which produces an average of 262 grams of CO2 per kilometer.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 4.9 seconds has Mercedes GL 63 2012 AMG version, conversely the tardiest one is Mercedes GL 350 2012 BlueTec 4Matic reaching this speed only in 7.9 seconds. The maximum top speed is 250 km/h for the 4.7 petrol 8-cylinder 435 hp version (Mercedes GL 500 2012 BlueEFFICIENCY 4Matic) and the 5.5 petrol 8-cylinder 558 hp version (Mercedes GL 63 2012 AMG).
Lenght of Mercedes GL is 512 cm, it is large car. For comparison - Mercedes GL is about 3 cm longer than Audi Q7. Mercedes GL gross weight is 3250 kg, which is approximately the same as the average for cars of this age and class. Mercedes GL trunk space is 680 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 2300 litres.
This Mercedes is slightly expensive - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 24 000 €. Users calculated Mercedes GL 2012 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 6000 € cost per year and 0.55 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 44%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 18% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Mercedes GL for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Mercedes GL prices and costs.
Mercedes GL modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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Mercedes GL 3.0 400 2012 4x4
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.0 Petrol | 333 HP | 9.6 l/100km |
Mercedes GL 3.0 350 2012 BlueTec 4Matic 4x4 | 3.0 Diesel | 250 HP | 8.0 l/100km |
Mercedes GL 4.7 500 2012 BlueEFFICIENCY 4Matic 4x4 | 4.7 Petrol | 435 HP | 11.3 l/100km |
Mercedes GL 5.5 63 2012 AMG 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds |
5.5 Petrol | 558 HP | 12.3 l/100km |
Mercedes GL prices
Mercedes GL 2012 - 2015 crossover price in Latvia is from 13000 € to 36000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Mercedes GL price is very high - Mercedes GL is approximately for 30 percents more expensive then average crossovers of this age (compare crossovers 2012 - 2015 prices). Mercedes GL high price can be explained by its quality above average (see below), therefore this Mercedes could be reasonable purchase in long term perspective.
Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
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Mercedes GL 2015 price | 24 500 € | 28 500 € | 36 000 € | |
Mercedes GL 2014 price | 22 000 € | 25 000 € | 27 000 € | |
Mercedes GL 2013 price | 25 000 € | 27 000 € | 29 500 € | |
Mercedes GL 2012 price | 13 000 € | 15 500 € | 18 000 € |
Mercedes GL total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Mercedes GL? Users calculated Mercedes GL 2012 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 6000 € cost per year and 0.55 € cost per one kilometer.
Mercedes GL 2012 total costs of ownership calculator
Calculate total cost of ownership of the Mercedes GL, including purchase, insurance, maintenance, taxes and other costs based on how you use your vehicle.
Mercedes GL 2012 features (options)
Percentage of Mercedes GL with corresponding feature (option)
88% Rain sensor
87% Tire pressure control
85% Metallic paint
73% Bi-xenon lights
67% Distance control
61% Conditioning
58% Leather upholstery
48% Electrically adjustable seats
48% Rear parking sensors
47% Heated seats
47% Xenon headlights
47% Navigation
46% Front parking sensors
45% Rear-view camera
43% Roof bars (railings)
43% Cruise control
42% Dimming mirrors
41% Electrically adjustable steering wheel
37% Sunroof
30% Panoramic sunroof
29% Adaptive cruise control
28% Adjustable steering wheel
28% Auxiliary heating
25% Ventilated seats
24% Panoramic 360-degree camera
23% Heated steering wheel
15%
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Mercedes GL reviews
Find below reviews about other generations of Mercedes GL.
Purchase year: | 2013 age of car 5 years) | Owned for | 196`000 kilometers (2 years) |
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Average fuel consumption: | 11.4 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
Total cost of repairs: | 4400 € (~ 2200 € per year) |
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend