The second generation 2013 GL-Class is scheduled to arrive in the US in September. I am really excited about the new exterior and interior, the improved fuel economy and some of the new options! Everything is preliminary at the point and subject to change but here is what we know so far!
- GL350 Bluetec 4Matic – 240 hp, 455 lb/ft torque – 11% Better Fuel Economy – Arrives October 2012
- GL450 4Matic – 362 hp, 406 lb/ft torque – 13% Better Fuel Economy – Arrives September 2012
- GL550 4Matic – 429 hp, 516 lb/ft torque – 18% Better Fuel Economy! – Arrives September 2012
New Standard features:
- Rear view camera
- Power liftgate
- ATTENTION ASSIST
- COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
- Crosswind Stabilization
- AIRMATIC air suspension
- Adaptive Brake Technology with HOLD function, Brake drying, pre-charging, hill start assist
- Central Controller with NTG 4.5, 7-inch head unit display
- Manual EASY-ENTRY for both sides of 2nd row seat
- 115-volt outlet in 2nd row seat
Colors:
- Black
- White
- Cinnabar Red (Pictured below) (starting with July production)
- Obsidian Black
- Steel Grey
- Iriduium Silver
- Pearl Beige (starting with July production)
- Dakota Brown
- Diamond White (limited)
- Lunar Blue
Interior:
The interior of the new GL-Class is a big improvement. It looks plush and luxurious! The MB-Tex interiors are now perforated for comfort but still do not allow for Ventilated Seats. The Leather and designo interiors are not perforated unless Ventilated seats are ordered. The designo interiors are STUNNING! I am very impressed!
- GL350/GL450 – MB-Tex Standard, Leathers $1620, designo $4800
- GL550 – Leather Standard, designo $4100
- Black – MB-Tex and Leather
- Almond – MB-Tex and Leather
- Grey – MB-Tex and Leather
- Almond Beige/Black – Special Order Leather
- Grey/Black – Special Order Leather
- Auburn Brown/Black – Special Order Leather
- designo Porcelain with Dinamica Headliner
- designo Auburn Brown with Dinamica headliner
- designo Black with Dinamica Headliner
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Packages:
Premium1 Package: GL350/GL450 $3500, GL550 Standard
- COMAND with Hard-Drive Navigation
- Enhanced Voice Control
- 10 GB Music Register
- 6 CD/DAV changer
- SD Card Slot
- SiriusXM Radio, Traffic and Weather
- iPod/MP3 Media Interface Cable
- 10-way power passenger seat with 3 position memory
- Autodimming mirrors
- Power folding mirrors
- Power steering column
- Multi-Color Interior Ambient Lighting
- Front Illuminated Door Sills
Premium 2 Package: GL350/GL450 $5850, GL550 Standard
- All components of Premium 1 package
- harman/kardon LOGIC7 surround sound system
- Soft Close Doors (Like the S-Class!)
- Rear Lockable Storage Compartment
- Keyless-GO
Lighting Package: GL350/GL450 $1290, GL550 Standard
- Bi-Xenon Headlamps with Active Curve Illumination
- Adaptive High Beam Assist
- Headlamp Cleaning System
Appearance Package: GL450 only $1340
- 20″ Twin 5-spoke Wheels
- Chrome Exhaust Tips
- Illuminated Running Boards
On/Off Road Package: GL450/GL550 $2850
- Adaptive Damping System
- Front Underride Protection
Active Curve System: All $3950 (Limited Availability)
- Adaptive Damping System
- Roll Stabilization
3-Zone Automatic Climate Contol: GL350/GL450 $1450, GL550 Standard
- Rear AC control and additional vents
- Mist Sensor
Lane Tracking Package: GL350/GL450 $850, GL550 Standard
- Blind Spot Assist
- Lane Keeping Assist
Driver Assistance Package: GL350/GL450 $2950, GL550 $2100
- Distronic PLUS with Pre-safe Brake
- Active Blind Spot Assist
- Active Lane Keeping Assist
Parking Assist Package: GL350/GL450 $1290, GL550 $320 – Delayed Availability on All
- Parktronic with Active Parking Assist
- Surround View System
Options:
Parktronic with Active Park Assist – GL350/GL450 $970, GL550 Standard
Wood/Leather Steering Wheel – GL350/GL450 $590, GL550 Standard
Multi-contour driver/passenger seat with massage and comfort headrest – GL350/GL450 $1100, GL550 Standard
Heated/Ventilated front seats (requires leather) – GL350/GL450 $570, GL550 Standard
Panoramic Sunroof – GL350/GL450/GL550 $1090
Heated Steering Wheel – GL350/GL450/GL550 $225
Trailer Hitch (7500 lbs) – GL350/GL450/GL550 $550
20″ Twin 5-spoke wheel – GL350 Only – $750
Power Easy-Entry 2nd row (delayed) – GL350/GL450/GL550 $400
Illuminated Running Boards – GL350/GL450 $670, GL550 Standard
Rear Seat Entertainment – GL350/GL450/GL550 $1970
Rear Heated Seats – GL350/GL450/GL550 $620
Keyless-Go – GL350/GL450 $650, GL550 Standard
Special Order Options:
Adamptive Damping System – GL350/GL450 $800, GL550 Standard
2nd Row Seat Pass-through – GL350/GL450/GL550 $160
Rear Sunshades – GL350/GL450/GL550 $380
Night View Assist Plus (requires lighting package) – GL350/GL450/GL550 $1780
Bang & Olufson Sound System – GL350/GL450/GL550 $6400
MB-Tex wrapped lower dash – GL350/GL450/GL550 $300
Black headliner (only for black MB tex and leather) – $0
The first GL450s and GL550s have been scheduled for production. Order now to make sure you get the options and colors you want! The vehicles should arrive in early September.