Standard Features

• Performance
  & Handling
   
  • 4.6L biturbo Direct Injection V-8 engine
    

    4.6L biturbo Direct Injection V-8 engine

    An efficient 429-hp 4.6-liter V-8 in the GL550 4MATIC combines numerous advances and twin turbochargers to deliver 12% more power. Its 516 lb-ft torque peak offers 45% more thrust at just 2,000 rpm. Its rapid-multispark ignition can fire up to four times per millisecond, while high-pressure Direct Injection can microscopically fine-tune fuel spray in just 0.1 milliseconds, reducing emissions, fuel consumption and noise. A lightweight diecast-alloy block, quicker and more widely variable valve timing, reduced friction, and clever "on-demand" ancillary components like the alternator further boost efficiency.

  • 7-speed automatic transmission
    

    7-speed automatic transmission

    The industry's first 7-speed automatic has been made even smoother, more responsive and more efficient. A wide range of closely spaced gear ratios delivers the ideal response in virtually every driving situation, for relaxed cruising, quick acceleration, and thanks to two overdrive ratios, better highway fuel efficiency. Adaptive logic monitors your driving style and adjusts its shift points to match, while standard paddle shifters offer manual-style enjoyment anytime you want it.

  • Paddle shifters
    

    Paddle shifters

    A pair of paddles strategically positioned behind the upper steering-wheel spokes allows you to manually upshift and downshift the 7-speed automatic transmission with just a flick of your fingers.

  • 4MATIC all-wheel drive
    

    4MATIC all-wheel drive

    In any season or road condition, 4MATIC™ all-wheel drive adds to your confidence and control. Always engaged and optimizing torque to every wheel, 4MATIC integrates with our standard Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) for maximum effectiveness in corners and slippery conditions. It also incorporates our 4-wheel Electronic Traction System (4-ETS), which monitors for the first sign of wheel slip and responds to ensure that torque is always sent to the wheels with the best grip -- even if that's only one wheel. Disclaimer

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    No system, regardless of how advanced, can overcome the laws of physics or correct careless driving. Please always wear your seat belt. Performance is limited by available traction, which snow, ice and other conditions can affect. Always drive carefully, consistent with conditions. Best performance in snow is obtained with winter tires.
  • 4-wheel Electronic Traction System (4-ETS)
    

    4-wheel Electronic Traction System (4-ETS)

    For optimum traction, even in slippery conditions, 4MATIC all-wheel drive incorporates our advanced 4-wheel Electronic Traction System. 4-ETS can help get you going even if three wheels lose their grip. Sensors at each wheel monitor traction based on wheel speeds. If one or more wheels start to slip, 4-ETS individually brakes the slipping wheels to maintain the flow of torque to the wheels with grip. Even if only one wheel has grip, 4-ETS can help get you going and stay in control. Disclaimer

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    No system, regardless of how advanced, can overcome the laws of physics or correct careless driving. Please always wear your seat belt. Performance is limited by available traction, which snow, ice and other conditions can affect. Always drive carefully, consistent with conditions. Best performance in snow is obtained with winter tires.
  • AIRMATIC air suspension
    

    AIRMATIC air suspension

    For a balanced, comfortable ride, the AIRMATIC semi-active suspension employs electronically controlled air springs that adjust to changing driving conditions. At the push of a button, the vehicle's ride height can be raised for added ground clearance. The suspension also lowers automatically at higher speeds for improved aerodynamics, stability and fuel-efficiency. AIRMATIC also provides automatic 4-wheel level control, to help compensate for additional cargo or passengers.

  • Adaptive Damping System (ADS)

    Adaptive Damping System (ADS)

    Incorporated into our innovative AIRMATIC air suspension, ADS II continually optimizes ride and handling by automatically selecting one of four damping profiles for each spring-strut every time a wheel changes its direction of up-down travel. Driver-selectable Comfort and Sport modes allow you tailor handling response and ride firmness to your present driving style.

  • Adaptive braking technology
    

    Adaptive braking technology

    Powerful 4-wheel disc brakes feature a number of advances. If you lift off the accelerator quickly, Predictive Brake Priming sets the pads closer to the discs for more immediate response when you apply the brakes. In the rain, Automatic Brake Drying periodically applies the brakes just enough to sweep water build-up from the discs. During uphill starts, Hill-Start Assist helps prevent unwanted rollback. And a HOLD feature can make long red lights or stopped traffic a little easier. Disclaimer

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    Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake maintenance, and tire and road conditions.
  • Trailer Stability Assist

    Trailer Stability Assist

    A trailer in tow can adversely affect the driving dynamics of a vehicle. That's why the GL-Class is equipped standard with Trailer Stability Assist. The sensors for the Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) monitor for trailer sway, or oscillations caused by the trailer's movement. The system then intervenes by using the front brakes of your Mercedes to help stabilize the vehicle and trailer. Once the system is satisfied that the situation is under control, braking intervention is ceased. Disclaimer

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    With trailer hitch kit and trailer brakes. Please read Operator's Manual before towing.
   
• Design
   
  • Ruggedly refined all-new design
    

    Ruggedly refined all-new design

    From its bold grille to its muscular rear fenders and wraparound taillamps, the new 2013 GL-Class combines rugged capability with refined elegance and unexpectedly sleek aerodynamics. Glistening chrome accents highlight the sculpted body, from the front skid plate to the trim surrounding the large side windows. It all comes together to give the GL-Class a presence that's undeniably confident and unmistakably a Mercedes-Benz.

  • Refined cabin styling
    

    Refined cabin styling

    A winglike span of hand-polished wood sweeps from its dash to all four doors. Crisp, brushed metal trim highlights the ergonomic precision and elegant logic of its controls. And refinement can be found in every detail, from the precise top-stitching of its seats and armrests, to the numerous storage areas, beverage holders and power outlets. In space and style, the GL-Class delivers a first-class experience to all three of its seating rows.

  • 21-inch AMG twin 5-spoke wheels
    

    21-inch AMG twin 5-spoke wheels

    Commanding 21-inch AMG alloy wheels feature five twin spokes and a glistening silver finish. Massive 295/40R21 all-season tires are designed for more aggressive grip in corners, balanced with confident wet-road performance and a composed ride quality.

  • LED Daytime Running Lamps
    

    LED Daytime Running Lamps

    Bright white LED Daytime Running Lamps help increase the visibility of your vehicle to oncoming traffic by illuminating front lights whenever the car is switched on. With long life and low energy consumption, the light-emitting diode (LED) lamps also add a distinctive high-tech styling touch.

  • LED taillamps
    

    LED taillamps

    LED taillamps feature a stylish fiber-optic effect for a distinctive nighttime appearance. Long-lasting, attention-getting LEDs are also employed for the rear turn signals and red rear foglamp.

  • Sport lower bodystyling
    

    Sport lower bodystyling

    Aggressively styled lower bodywork expresses the performance prowess of the GL550 4MATIC, while setting off its standard 21-inch AMG wheels. Bright chrome skidplates add a purposeful highlight to the front and rear bumpers.

  • Aluminum roof rails
    

    Aluminum roof rails

    Sleek and purposeful, the roof rails accommodate a variety of available accessory attachments for carrying bikes, surfboards, skis, snowboards and cargo carriers.They're crafted from elegant aluminum that adds modern style even when you're not using them.

  • Illuminated running boards
    

    Illuminated running boards

    Stylish and functional running boards ease your entry and exit while providing a rugged element of design. Grippy rubber studs dot the running boards, for a surer step even in inclement weather. And elegant, seamlessly integrated new fiber-optic LED illumination of the step area helps to light your way aboard.

  • Wood/leather 4-spoke multifunction steering wheel
    

    Wood/leather 4-spoke multifunction steering wheel

    Put a classic touch of luxury in your hands with a steering wheel accented with hand-polished wood to match the interior of the vehicle and trimmed in supple Premium leather. Multifunction controls put many of the features you use most right under your thumbs, along with providing easy access to the many useful screens of the color display in the gauge cluster and the Bluetooth® hands-free system. Disclaimer

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    Optional heated steering wheel replaces wood/leather wheel with Premium leather trim.
  • Burl Walnut wood trim
    

    Burl Walnut wood trim

    Hand-polished Burl Walnut wood trim graces the dash and all four doors, lending the GL550 4MATIC cockpit a further air of refinement and exclusivity.

  • Top-stitched dashboard trim
    

    Top-stitched dashboard trim

    Precise stitching brings elegant detailing to the upholstered covering of the dashboard in the GL550 4MATIC. Durable MB-Tex, renowned for its leather-like appearance and feel, covers the upper dash for a rich look with enduring quality.

   
• Safety
   
  • 13-way air bag protection
    

    13-way air bag protection

    An advanced system of 9 air bags offers 13-way occupant protection. Dual two-stage front air bags, front and 2nd-row side-impact air bags, a driver's knee air bag, and side curtain air bags for all three seating rows are standard. Disclaimer

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    WARNING: THE FORCES OF A DEPLOYING AIR BAG CAN CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURIES TO A CHILD UNDER AGE 13. THE SAFEST SEATING POSITION FOR YOUR CHILD IS IN THE REAR SEAT, BELTED INTO AN APPROPRIATE, PROPERLY INSTALLED CHILD SEAT, OR CORRECTLY WEARING A SEAT BELT IF TOO LARGE FOR A CHILD SEAT. SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL WARNINGS AND INFORMATION ON AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD SEATS.
  • COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST

    COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST

    At speeds above 20 mph, this new system's radar-based technology alerts the driver if they're approaching a vehicle ahead at a speed and distance that suggest a collision is likely. It can also detect stationary objects when driving at speeds up to 40 mph. Its Adaptive Brake Assist automatically provides the ideal level of braking as soon as the driver steps on the brake pedal. And if deemed necessary, the system can also activate PRE-SAFE®. Along with helping to prevent or reduce the severity of a collision, the system's engagement of the brake lamps can help to alert the drivers behind your GL-Class earlier as well. Disclaimer

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    COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST may not be sufficient to avoid an accident. It does not react to certain stationary objects, nor recognize or predict the curvature and/or lane layout of the road or every movement of vehicles ahead. It is the driver's responsibility at all times to be attentive to traffic and road conditions, and to provide the steering, braking and other driving inputs necessary to retain control of the vehicle. Drivers are cautioned not to wait for the system's alerts before braking, as that may not afford sufficient time and distance to brake safely
  • PARKTRONIC with Active Parking Assist
    

    PARKTRONIC with Active Parking Assist

    Active Parking Assist helps you size up parallel-parking spaces as you drive by, using sensors in the bumper to determine if available spots can accommodate your vehicle. Then, while you control the brakes and gear selection, the system automatically and expertly steers the car into the space.
    
    In any low-speed maneuver, PARKTRONIC's ultrasonic sensors in the front and rear bumpers detect nearby objects within the system's field of view. Audible signals and illuminated displays in the cabin help you navigate tight spaces with confidence.

  • ATTENTION ASSIST driver-drowsiness monitor
    

    ATTENTION ASSIST driver-drowsiness monitor

    The first system of its kind, ATTENTION ASSIST continuously monitors different parameters of driving behavior, and can automatically alert the driver with both visual and audible warnings if it detects signs of drowsiness on long trips. Disclaimer

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    Driving while drowsy or distracted is dangerous and must be avoided. ATTENTION ASSIST may be insufficient to alert a fatigued or distracted driver of lane drift and cannot be relied on to avoid an accident or serious injury.
  • Blind Spot Assist
    

    Blind Spot Assist

    When the vehicle is traveling above approximately 20 mph, this system uses radar technology to sense when a vehicle enters the blind-spot area. Blind Spot Assist then automatically alerts the driver via an illuminated red icon in the appropriate side mirror. The system also gives an audible warning if the driver activates a turn signal while a vehicle is detected in the blind spot. Disclaimer

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    Blind Spot Assist may not be sufficient to avoid all accidents involving vehicles in your blind spot and does not estimate the speed of approaching vehicles. It should not be used as a sole substitute for driver awareness and checking of surrounding traffic conditions.
  • Lane Keeping Assist
    

    Lane Keeping Assist

    With technology that monitors ordinary road markings, Lane Keeping Assist helps detect unintended drifting off-course, and alerts the driver by vibrating the steering wheel. Disclaimer

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    Driving while drowsy or distracted is dangerous and must be avoided. Lane Keeping Assist may be insufficient to detect a fatigued or distracted driver or driver inattention. It cannot be relied on to avoid an accident or serious injury.
  • PRE-SAFE
    

    PRE-SAFE

    Another Mercedes-Benz safety breakthrough, PRE-SAFE® is a predictive occupant-protection system that helps prepare for an accident in the critical moments before it occurs. If sensors detect certain vehicle movements that indicate that an accident is possible, PRE-SAFE takes action: Reversible electronic tensioners tighten the front seat belts. The occupied front passenger seat (on models equipped with front-seat memory) adjusts to a more favorable position for air-bag and seat-belt effectiveness, while both active front head restraints adjust for optimum protection. If severe skidding indicates that a rollover is likely, PRE-SAFE closes the sunroof and the side windows in the first two rows. If no accident occurs, the seat-belt tensioners reverse, and you simply readjust your seat, open the sunroof and continue on your way. Disclaimer

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    PRE-SAFE closes the side windows when the system's sensors detect side movements that suggest a possible rollover. A small gap is left near the fully closed position.
  • Post-collision response

    Post-collision response

    Complementing the preparations made by the PRE-SAFE system before an impending collision, a GL-Class automatically takes measures to help ensure the safety, and facilitate the rescue, of the occupants immediately after one occurs. These include shutting off the engine and fuel supply, unlocking all doors, and turning on the hazard flashers and interior lights. In models equipped with driver-seat memory, the system can also move the power steering column upward.

  • Rear view camera
    

    Rear view camera

    This innovative driver-assistance feature helps you to see directly behind your vehicle when reversing. Shift into Reverse, and a wide-angle camera mounted in the rear displays a live view of what's behind the vehicle on the COMAND screen in the dashboard. Active parking guidelines on the screen help you back into a parking space. A special new mode helps you line up the optional trailer hitch of your GL-Class with your trailer, then zoom in for more precise maneuvering. Disclaimer

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    Rear view camera does not audibly notify driver of nearby objects and is not a substitute for actively checking around the vehicle for any obstacles or people. Images displayed may be limited to camera field of view, weather, lighting conditions and the presence of dirt, ice or snow on the camera.
  • Night security illumination

    Night security illumination

    The exterior lights can be programmed to turn on for a preset interval when you remote-lock your vehicle in darkness, to help light a path for you as you leave.

  • Advanced body structure
    

    Advanced body structure

    An advanced new uni-body structure elevates the safety, comfort and performance of the GL-Class to new heights. The passenger cell is made more robust via the extensive use of high and ultra-high-strength steel, triple-layer roof pillars, and multiple reinforcements of the floor, doors, side sills and even a tubular magnesium structure spanning behind the dashboard. Advanced front and rear crumple zones progressively deform to help absorb impact forces before dissipating them over, under and around the cabin. In addition, the strategic use of aluminum (such as the hood and front fenders) and acoustically optimized materials helps to manage weight and noise, for more precise handling and a quieter ride.

  • Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    

    Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System

    The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) can automatically detect a substantial loss of tire pressure in any wheel and alert the driver via a warning message in the multifunction display. The advanced TPMS can also display the numeric tire pressure for each mounted wheel.

  • 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS
    

    4-wheel disc brakes with ABS

    Enjoy the strong, controlled stopping power of dual-circuit power-assisted 4-wheel disc brakes, backed by an Antilock Braking System (ABS). ABS senses impending wheel lockup under heavy braking and pumps the front brakes individually or the rear brakes together. This intelligent system can pump the brakes as needed up to 30 times per second, to prevent lockup and preserve the driver's steering ability. Disclaimer

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    Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake maintenance, and tire and road conditions.
  • Brake Assist
    

    Brake Assist

    Brake Assist senses emergency braking via the speed at which the driver presses the brake pedal and immediately applies maximum available power boost. Brake Assist can potentially reduce the overall stopping distance by eliminating the delay caused by a common human tendency not to brake hard enough, soon enough. Letting up on the brake pedal releases Brake Assist. Disclaimer

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    Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake maintenance, and tire and road conditions.
  • Adaptive braking technology
    

    Adaptive braking technology

    Adaptive braking technology integrates a suite of advances. If you lift off the accelerator quickly, Predictive Brake Priming sets the pads closer to the discs for more immediate response when you apply the brakes. In the rain, Automatic Brake Drying periodically applies the brakes just enough to sweep water build-up from the discs. During uphill starts, Hill-Start Assist helps prevent unwanted rollback. And a HOLD feature can make long red lights or stopped traffic a little easier. Disclaimer

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    Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake maintenance, and tire and road conditions.
  • Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
    

    Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

    This safety breakthrough first introduced by Mercedes-Benz continually monitors your driving inputs and the vehicle's motion to help keep it going in your intended direction, especially in corners and during evasive maneuvers. If it detects wheelspin, severe understeer (plowing), or oversteer (fishtailing), ESP can brake individual wheels and reduce engine power to help bring the vehicle under control. A new load-sensing feature adapts the engagement thresholds of ESP to allow more sporty handling feel when the vehicle is lightly laden. Disclaimer

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    No system, regardless of how advanced, can overcome the laws of physics or correct careless driving. Please always wear your seat belt. Performance is limited by available traction, which snow, ice and other conditions can affect. Always drive carefully, consistent with conditions. Best performance in snow is obtained with winter tires.
  • Crosswind Stabilization
    

    Crosswind Stabilization

    A clever adaptation of the information already gathered by the AIRMATIC suspension, adaptive braking technology, electromechanical power steering and Electronic Stability Program (ESP) allows the GL-Class to automatically compensate for the effects of strong side winds. When sufficiently strong lateral gusts are detected, the system gently applies the brakes on one side of the vehicle to help keep the vehicle smoothly on course, in both straight-line travel and through gentle curves. The system operates above approximately 50 mph, and is automatically deactivated by significant steering inputs by the driver. Disclaimer

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    No system, regardless of how advanced, can overcome the laws of physics or correct careless driving. Please always wear your seat belt. Performance is limited by available traction, which snow, ice and other conditions can affect. Always drive carefully, consistent with conditions. Best performance in snow is obtained with winter tires.
  • Trailer Stability Assist

    Trailer Stability Assist

    A trailer in tow can adversely affect the driving dynamics of a vehicle. That's why the GL-Class is equipped standard with Trailer Stability Assist. The sensors for the Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) monitor for trailer sway, or oscillations caused by the trailer's movement. The system then intervenes by using the front brakes of your Mercedes to help stabilize the vehicle and trailer. Once the system is satisfied that the situation is under control, braking intervention is ceased. Disclaimer

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    With trailer hitch kit and trailer brakes. Please read Operator's Manual before towing.
  • SmartKey
    

    SmartKey

    The SmartKey remote control integrates remote door locks, a removable valet key, and a remote panic alarm. You may selectively unlock only the driver's door and fuel filler, or all four doors plus the liftgate and fuel filler.

  • Antitheft alarm system with remote panic feature
    

    Antitheft alarm system with remote panic feature

    The standard antitheft alarm system is armed automatically when you lock your Mercedes from the outside. It sounds the horn and flashes the exterior lights if a door, the trunk or the hood is opened without first unlocking the vehicle. You can also sound the alarm by pressing the red "panic" button on your SmartKey remote when you're within range of your vehicle.

  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
    

    Rain-sensing windshield wipers

    Rain-sensing windshield wipers automatically adjust the intermittent wiper frequency based on the amount of rainfall.

  • Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs)

    Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs)

    Equipped with Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) and belt force limiters, 3-point seat belts are arguably our most important passive safety feature. If a collision exceeds a preset threshold, the ETDs instantly remove slack from the front and rear outboard seat belts. Belt force limiters allow a slight amount of give in the ETD-equipped seat belts, to reduce the peak seat-belt forces on the occupant. Disclaimer

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    WARNING: THE FORCES OF A DEPLOYING AIR BAG CAN CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURIES TO A CHILD UNDER AGE 13. THE SAFEST SEATING POSITION FOR YOUR CHILD IS IN THE REAR SEAT, BELTED INTO AN APPROPRIATE, PROPERLY INSTALLED CHILD SEAT, OR CORRECTLY WEARING A SEAT BELT IF TOO LARGE FOR A CHILD SEAT. SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL WARNINGS AND INFORMATION ON AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD SEATS.
  • Bi-Xenon headlamps with Active Curve Illumination
    

    Bi-Xenon headlamps with Active Curve Illumination

    Bi-Xenon headlamps help deliver greater visibility than halogen headlamps because their brighter, whiter light is much closer to natural daylight. Active Curve Illumination helps you see better into corners at night, swiveling the headlamps as you steer to increase usable illumination by up to 90% over conventional fixed headlamps.

  • Adaptive Highbeam Assist

    Adaptive Highbeam Assist

    Engineered to provide the maximum possible road illumination without creating glare for other drivers, this innovative feature uses continuous input from a camera to automatically vary the range of your high beams, based on the distance both to oncoming vehicles and to those ahead of you. Enhancing your ability to identify changes in the road's path and the presence of pedestrians and hazards earlier, Adaptive Highbeam Assist can help you drive more safely and confidently in the dark.

  • Mercedes-Benz mbrace2™
    

    Mercedes-Benz mbrace2™

    From your car, your computer or your compatible smartphone, mbrace2™ offers the industry's most comprehensive range of features for more connected, safe and productive drive time. From making your everyday life easier to helping out in an emergency, mbrace2 combines advanced Cloud-based and GPS technology with 24-hour support from helpful experts. The mbrace hardware is standard, and a trial period for each of the three mbrace Packages is included. Disclaimer

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    All Mercedes-Benz mbrace® services operate only where cellular and Global Positioning Satellite signals are available, which are provided by third parties and not within the control of Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. An mbrace Package trial period is offered on new, Certified Pre-Owned and pre-owned sales and leases at an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Subscriber Agreement is required for service to be active. Some services are only available on select vehicles. Your PIN is required in order to use certain services. Some services may be limited or restricted in some areas. Driver is responsible for complying with traffic and other laws. See your dealer or MBUSA.com/mbrace for details.
    
    mbrace is compatible with select Apple iPhone® models running iOS 4.2 or later, and Android-based phones running OS 2.1 or later.
    
    Roadside Assistance repairs may involve charges for parts, service and towing. Vehicle must be accessible from main roads. Depending on the circumstance, these services may be provided by an outside provider, courtesy of Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance. Restricted roadways, acts of nature and vehicle accessibility may limit our ability to provide services to you. For full details, eligibility requirements, and limitations/exclusions of Sign and Drive services, as well as the Roadside Assistance Program, please see your dealer.
   
• Comfort
  & Convenience
   
  • Leather upholstery
    

    Leather upholstery

    Supple, richly grained double-stitched leather is hand-fitted to all seating surfaces, even the head restraints.

  • Multifunction steering wheel
    

    Multifunction steering wheel

    For fingertip access to some of the vehicle functions you use most often, convenient buttons on the steering wheel let you control the audio volume and selection, send and end calls on your Bluetooth-enabled phone, use the available Enhanced Voice Control, and scroll through the features of the illustrated color multifunction display in the instrument cluster.

  • 3-zone climate control
    

    3-zone climate control

    Separate left and right temperature controls allow the driver and front passenger to enjoy personalized comfort, while a third zone is dedicated to the rear cabin. In addition to fully automatic or manual control of blower speed and airflow distribution, the system includes a humidity sensor, a dust/pollen filter, and an activated charcoal filter that helps remove odors from the cabin air. The rear-cabin settings can be adjusted from control panels both in the dash and in the second row.

  • Power front seats w/ driver lumbar support
    

    Power front seats w/ driver lumbar support

    Both front seats power-adjust for reach, height, tilt and recline. Convenient, intuitive controls on each front door make it easy to find your ideal driving position. For long-term comfort and lower-back support, the driver seat features a 4-way power-adjustable lumbar support.

  • Front-seat memory system
    

    Front-seat memory system

    Intuitive, seat-shaped controls on each front door help you and your front passenger find your ideal seating positions with 10-way power adjustment. A memory system for the driver seat recalls three stored positions for the seat plus the power steering column and side mirrors. And 4-way power lumbar support is added to the front passenger seat.

  • Heated front seats
    

    Heated front seats

    Electrically heated front seats quickly take the chill out of even the coldest day. Three levels of warming automatically step down after several minutes to the lowest setting.

  • Heated and Active Ventilated front seats
    

    Heated and Active Ventilated front seats

    Heated and Active Ventilated seats are a luxury you'll soon consider a necessity. Three levels of heating and cooling ventilation are offered. By gently circulating air through perforations in the seat and backrest, Active Ventilated seats help keep you cooler and your clothes dryer during warmer months. On cold or damp days, using both the ventilation and heating features together can circulate the seat heating more quickly, to help keep you warm and dry.

  • Multicontour front seats

    Multicontour front seats

    Multicontour front seats feature adjustable lumbar supports, side bolsters and shoulder supports, for custom-tailored support. A massage feature helps prevent fatigue on longer drives. And multi-adjustable head restraints offer added comfort.

  • 60/40-split 2nd-row seats
    

    60/40-split 2nd-row seats

    With more than 38 inches of legroom, the spacious 2nd-row seating offers generous space for three passengers. The seats fold flat in seconds in a 60/40-split, for flexible cargo space as well. An EASY-ENTRY feature on both sides eases 3rd-row access from either the right or left rear door.

  • Power-folding 50/50-split 3rd-row seats
    

    Power-folding 50/50-split 3rd-row seats

    The 50/50-split 3rd-row seats in the GL-Class can be individually folded flat in less than five seconds at the touch of a button. When used in combination with the folding 2nd-row seats, this standard appointment gives you easy access to nearly 94 cu ft of cargo space.

  • KEYLESS-GO
    

    KEYLESS-GO

    A leap in ease and efficiency pioneered by Mercedes-Benz, KEYLESS-GO lets you unlock, start and drive away without removing the SmartKey from your pocket or purse. You can lock and unlock the doors with a touch of the exterior handles, and start the engine by stepping on the brake pedal and pushing the Start/Stop button on the dashboard. You can also start the vehicle in the conventional way by removing the Start/Stop button and inserting the SmartKey into the ignition.

  • Power tilt/sliding sunroof
    

    Power tilt/sliding sunroof

    At the touch of a button, the tinted glass sunroof tilts up at the rear for ventilation, or slides open for a breezy view of the sky. An express feature fully opens or closes the roof with a single touch, and a manual sliding sunshade helps block out unwanted sunlight.

  • Power tilt/telescoping steering column
    

    Power tilt/telescoping steering column

    To help you find your ideal driving position, the steering column power-adjusts up/down and in/out at the touch of a button. The settings can also be stored in the 3-position driver-seat memory.

  • Power-folding side mirrors
    

    Power-folding side mirrors

    The side mirrors can be folded in at the touch of a button, adding convenience when parked in tight quarters. You can also program the mirrors to fold automatically when you remote-lock the vehicle, then unfold upon unlocking.

  • Soft-close doors

    Soft-close doors

    Automatic assist mechanisms quietly and graciously finish closing the doors for you or your passengers. Just bring the door to its latch, and the closing assist gently snugs it to its fully closed position.

  • Power liftgate
    

    Power liftgate

    For added convenience in the rain or with an armful of packages, you can fully open and close the liftgate via a switch on the driver's interior door panel or a button on the SmartKey remote. Press a button on the underside of the liftgate and it powers itself closed. A sensor automatically stops the liftgate if it detects an obstruction, and you can set the system to limit the opening height, useful under low ceilings.

  • Privacy glass
    

    Privacy glass

    Deep-tinted windows for the rear doors, rear quarters and liftgate affords added privacy and warm-weather comfort to rear-cabin passengers.

  • Homelink garage door opener
    

    Homelink garage door opener

    Three buttons on the rear view mirror can be programmed to operate many types of garage door openers, security gates and other HomeLink-compatible features. Disclaimer

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    HomeLink and the HomeLink house icon are registered trademarks of Johnson Controls.
  • Premium interior lighting

    Premium interior lighting

    Efficient, low-intensity LEDs help illuminate the center console, front footwells and interior door handles, to help make nighttime driving more convenient and passengers feel more secure.

  • Multicolor ambient lighting and illuminated door sills
    

    Multicolor ambient lighting and illuminated door sills

    A network of efficient LEDs and fiber optics casts a gentle glow from beneath the trim on the dashboard and door panels, both to welcome occupants into the cabin and to help make nighttime driving feel more secure. For an added touch of personality, any of three illumination color profiles (Polar, Solar and Neutral) can be selected. Additional lighting enhancements include illuminated front door sills, rear footwells and front cup holders.

  • Household-type 115V power outlet

    Household-type 115V power outlet

    Conveniently located in the 2nd-row seating area, a household-style 115V outlet lets you charge your laptop or camera, plug in a gaming system, or use other electronic devices, up to a maximum of 150 watts, without a special adapter.

  • HOLD Function
    

    HOLD Function

    Whether you're stuck traversing hills or merely waiting in traffic, the Mercedes-Benz HOLD Function keeps your vehicle stationary without requiring any interaction with the brake pedal. Much like conventional cruise control, the HOLD function cleverly integrates into your natural interaction with the brake pedal, activating when you press beyond the brake pedal's range, and deactivating with a simple press of the accelerator.

   
• Audio
  & Entertainment
   
  • COMAND system with central controller and 7-inch LCD screen
    

    COMAND system with central controller and 7-inch LCD screen

    Featuring a large high-resolution color-LCD display mounted high in the dash and a central controller on the console, the Cockpit Management and Data (COMAND) system gives you convenient control of audio, video, hands-free calling and optional navigation functions. Many features can also be accessed via the integrated steering-wheel controls.

  • In-dash DVD/CD player
    

    In-dash DVD/CD player

    The in-dash player can play audio CDs and DVDs. You can even watch a DVD movie while the vehicle is in Park.

  • Hands-free Bluetooth interface
    

    Hands-free Bluetooth interface

    Place and answer calls, and even access select phonebooks without taking your hands off the steering wheel with standard Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free calling. Pairing your Bluetooth-compatible phone with the vehicle is simpler than ever. Then, just leave your phone in your pocket and enjoy hands-free conversations over the audio system. Visit http://www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/us/en/ to learn more about Bluetooth connectivity. Disclaimer

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    Bluetooth® interface does not provide phone charging or external antenna. Voice interactivity feature is dependent on selected handset. Phone sold separately. See dealer for a list of approved compatible phones. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
    
    Link: Visit http://www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/us/en/ for details.
  • Bluetooth audio streaming
    

    Bluetooth audio streaming

    Bluetooth audio streaming makes it even easier to enjoy your digital music player. It allows you to connect your Bluetooth-equipped iPod® or other MP3 player wirelessly to your vehicle's audio system for convenient, cable-free playback.

  • 80GB hard-drive navigation with Zagat survey
    

    80GB hard-drive navigation with Zagat survey

    Using a fast 80GB hard drive to store maps, points of interest and even Zagat® Survey ratings for restaurants, hotels and golf courses, this virtual copilot offers detailed driving directions with a friendly voice. The 7-inch LCD screen displays your route with new 3D maps of building profiles and elevations, plus gas stations, ATMs, Mercedes-Benz dealerships and even scenic routes. Data for the contiguous U.S., Canada and Oahu, Hawaii are standard, with periodic updates available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Disclaimer

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    While the navigation system provides directional assistance, the driver must remain focused on safe driving behavior, including paying attention to traffic and street signs. The driver should utilize the system's audio cues while driving and should only consult the map or visual displays once the vehicle has been stopped in a safe place. Maps do not cover all areas or all routes within an area.
  • harman/kardon LOGIC7® surround-sound system
    

    harman/kardon LOGIC7® surround-sound system

    Specifically engineered for the GL-Class, this premium digital sound system fills the cabin with 830 watts of beautifully balanced audio. No fewer than 13 strategically placed speakers plus the rich bass of a subwoofer deliver a wholly immersive listening experience through Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound technology. Digital Dynamic Volume Control impeccably and imperceptibly maintains the sound spectrum for consistent listening pleasure in varying driving conditions. Disclaimer

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    harman/kardon and LOGIC7 are registered trademarks of Harman International Industries, Inc. Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.
  • MP3 Media Interface
    

    MP3 Media Interface

    The MP3 Media Interface turns your Mercedes-Benz into an extension of your iPod or compatible electronic device. Browse, select and play your musical accompaniment of choice via the multifunction steering wheel or central controller. New for 2013, you can even search for music via the Enhanced Voice Control system. Disclaimer

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    All iPod® devices are sold separately. Feature not compatible with iPod Shuffle and Apple 8-PIN "Lightning" connector. See dealer for details. iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
  • In-dash memory card reader
    

    In-dash memory card reader

    An in-dash SD memory card reader enables you to enjoy your music through the stereo system of your Mercedes-Benz without having to bring along a media player. It supports MP3, MP4 and WMA audio files.

  • Auxiliary audio input jack and USB port

    Auxiliary audio input jack and USB port

    Both an auxiliary audio input jack and USB connector allow plug-and-play enjoyment from your iPod® or other MP3 player.

  • SiriusXM Radio with SiriusXM Traffic and Weather
    

    SiriusXM Radio with SiriusXM Traffic and Weather

    SiriusXM Radio offers 130+ channels of premium digital entertainment, from news, talk and sports to commercial-free music from every genre. Enjoy live broadcasts of the biggest NFL®, NCAA®, NHL® and NBA® teams, plus 150+ college sports teams. While you listen, SiriusXM Traffic keeps you up to date on accidents, traffic, construction and road closures, and even helps your vehicle's navigation system find the fastest route based on real-time traffic. And SiriusXM Weather delivers detailed, graphical weather reports and forecasts. Disclaimer

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    The purchase of a new, satellite radio-enabled vehicle includes 6 months of service for SiriusXM Radio, SiriusXM Traffic and SiriusXM Weather. SiriusXM Traffic and Weather services are available in select markets. If you decide to continue your SiriusXM service at the end of this period, all SiriusXM services are sold separately, and the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates until you call 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. See SiriusXM Customer Agreement for complete terms, www.siriusxm.com. Sirius U.S. Satellite service available only to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous United States, DC and Puerto Rico (with coverage limitations). Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc.
    
    © 2010 NFL Properties LLC. Team names/logos/indicia are trademarks of the teams indicated. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. NASCAR® is a registered trademark of the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, Inc. NHL and the NHL Shield are registered trademarks of the National Hockey League. © NHL 2010. All rights reserved. All other marks and logos are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
  • HD Radio receiver
    

    HD Radio receiver

    Delivering remarkably clear audio that gives AM stations the crispness of FM radio, and FM stations CD-grade sound, HD Radio™ technology also offers a larger bandwidth that can actually increase the number of stations available to you. Disclaimer

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    HD Radio is a proprietary trademark of iBiquity Digital Corporation.
  • 10GB Music Register
    

    10GB Music Register

    Music Register allows you to store up to 10GB of your own digital music on the in-dash hard drive. It lets you copy songs from your CDs and DVDs and save them to your vehicle's audio system, so you can listen to them anytime and anywhere you drive.

   
• Packages
   
  • Premium 1 Package
    

    Premium 1 Package

    • 80GB hard-drive navigation with Zagat® Survey
    • 10GB Music Register
    • Gracenote® media database
    • MP3 Media Interface
    • SiriusXM Radio with SiriusXM Traffic and Weather
    • Enhanced Voice Control for audio, telephone and navigation
    • 10-way power front seats with memory
    • Power tilt/telescoping steering column
    • Auto-dimming driver-side and rear view mirrors
    • Power-folding side mirrors
    • Multicolor ambient lighting
    • Illuminated front door sills
  • Premium 2 Package
    

    Premium 2 Package

    • Includes all items in the Premium 1 Package, plus:
    • harman/kardon LOGIC7® surround-sound system with Dolby Digital 5.1
    • KEYLESS-GO
    • Soft-close doors
    • Lockable rear storage compartment
  • Lighting Package
    

    Lighting Package

    • Bi-Xenon headlamps with Active Curve Illumination
    • Adaptive Highbeam Assist
    • Headlamp washing system
  • Lane Tracking Package
    

    Lane Tracking Package

    • Blind Spot Assist
    • Lane Keeping Assist