2009 MERCEDES-BENZ GL-Class

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$7,999

$1,437
below average

126,923 Miles

13,617
Miles below average

Vehicle Details

VIN: 4JGBF25E49A493076

Mileage: 126923

Color: Silver

Body Style: SUV

Transmission: 7-speed Automatic

Engine Type: 215 hp 3L V6 Diesel

Drive Train: AWD

Fuel: Diesel

Location: Sussex, NJ

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Option & Equipment

Bluetooth

Leather Seats

Sunroof/Moonroof

Heated Seats

Alloy Wheels

Third Row Seating

Notes

1K OF CHRISTMAS WEEKEND ONLY!!![!@@Additional Info@@!]Rear Trunk/Liftgate - Liftgate, Air Filtration - Active Charcoal, Armrests - Rear Folding, Center Console Trim - Wood, Dash Trim - Wood, Door Trim - Wood, Floor Mat Material - Carpet, Floor Mats - Front, Floor Mats - Rear, Floor Mats - Third Row, Front Air Conditioning - Automatic Climate Control, Front Air Conditioning Zones - Dual, Rear Vents - Second Row, Shift Knob Trim - Alloy, Steering Wheel Trim - Alloy, Steering Wheel Trim - Leather, Cargo Area Light, Cargo Cover - Retractable, Center Console - Front Console With Storage, Cruise Control, Cupholders - Front, Cupholders - Rear, Cupholders - Third Row, Multi-Function Remote - Keyless Entry, One-Touch Windows - 4, Power Outlet(S) - 12v Cargo Area, Power Outlet(S) - 12v Front, Power Outlet(S) - 12v Rear, Power Steering - Variable/Speed-Proportional, Reading Lights - Front, Reading Lights - Rear, Steering Wheel - Tilt And Telescopic, Steering Wheel Mounted Controls - Audio, Steering Wheel Mounted Controls - Paddle Shifter, Steering Wheel Mounted Controls - Phone, Storage - Cargo Tie-Down Anchors And Hooks, Storage - Door Pockets, Storage - Front Seatback, Storage - Grocery Bag Holder, Universal Remote Transmitter, Vanity Mirrors - Dual Illuminating, Front Brake Type - Ventilated Disc, Front Spring Type - Pneumatic, Front Suspension Type - Double Wishbone, Rear Brake Type - Ventilated Disc, Rear Spring Type - Pneumatic, 4wd Type - Full Time, Abs - 4-Wheel, Air Suspension, Axle Ratio - 3.70, Braking Assist, Driver Adjustable Suspension - Height, Front Suspension Classification - Independent, Rear Stabilizer Bar, Rear Suspension Classification - Independent, Rear Suspension Type - Multi-Link, Self Leveling Suspension, Stability Control, Traction Control, Gauge - Tachometer, In-Dash Cd - Mp3 Playback, Remote Cd Location - Glove Compartment, Total Speakers - 8, Warnings And Reminders - Coolant Temperature Warning, Warnings And Reminders - Lamp Failure, Warnings And Reminders - Low Oil Pressure, Auxiliary Audio Input - Jack, Clock, External Temperature Display, In-Dash Cd - 6 Disc, Radio - Am/Fm, Satellite Communications - Teleaid, Speed Sensitive Volume Control, Trip Odometer, Warnings And Reminders - Low Fuel Level, Daytime Running Lights, Front Fog Lights, Headlights - Auto Delay Off, Headlights - Auto On, Rear Fog Lights, Full Leather Package, Heating Package, Tire Type - All Season, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, 3rd Row Moonroof / Sunroof - Fixed Glass, Liftgate Window - Fixed, Power Windows - Remotely Operated, Roof Rack Crossbars - Black, Front Wipers - Rain Sensing, Front Wipers - Variable Intermittent, Heated Windshield Washer Jets, Rear Privacy Glass, Rear Wiper - Intermittent, Airbag Deactivation - Occupant Sensing Passenger, Anti-Theft System - Alarm, Anti-Theft System - Vehicle Immobilizer, Child Safety Door Locks, Child Seat Anchors, First Aid Kit, Front Airbags - Dual, Impact Sensor - Post-Collision Safety System, Power Door Locks, Side Airbags - Front, Side Airbags - Rear, Side Curtain Airbags - Front, Side Mirror Adjustments - Power, Side Mirrors - Driver Side Only Heated, Side Mirrors - Heated, Side Mirrors - Integrated Turn Signals, Driver Seat - Heated, Driver Seat Manual Adjustments - Lumbar, Driver Seat Power Adjustments - 8, Driver Seat Power Adjustments - Height, Front Headrests - 2, Front Headrests - Adjustable, Front Seat Type - Bucket, Passenger Seat - Heated, Passenger Seat Power Adjustments - Height, Rear Headrests - 3, Rear Headrests - Adjustable, Rear Seat Folding - Split, Rear Seat Manual Adjustments - Reclining, Rear Seat Type - 40-60 Split Bench, Rear Seatbelts - Center 3-Point, Seatbelt Force Limiters - Front, Seatbelt Force Limiters - Rear, Seatbelt Force Limiters - Third Row, Seatbelt Pretensioners - Front, Seatbelt Pretensioners - Rear, Seatbelt Pretensioners - Third Row, Third Row Headrests - 2, Third Row Seat Folding - Power, Third Row Seat Folding - Split, Upholstery - Leatherette

Information about Dealer

East Coast Auto Trader

168 Compton Rd, Sussex, NJ, 07461

(973) 702-2272

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Vehicle Rating & Owner Reviews

Overall Rating

4.3

Based on 14 reviews

S-class on stilts

DrBillyD on 11/04/2015

Performance: 0 Comfort: 0 Fuel Economy: 0 Fun To Drive: 0 Interior Design: 0 Exterior Design: 0 Build Quality: 0 Reliability: 0 Comfort Rating: 5 Performance Rating: 5 Interior Rating: 4 Reliability Rating: 3 Safety Rating: 5 Technology Rating: 4 Value Rating: 3

The upside: Smooth ride. Precise steering. Powerful acceleration (with the GL550). Fairly capable off road for a vehicle w/o locking differential. Prestige. Comfortable seat(s). The downside: Maintenance cost(s)... E.g. had to replace all for air shocks (front about $1300--each; rear about $900 (for both)), starter motor ($800). Brakes actually last a long time and replacing rotors surprisingly "cheap" at about $350/axle. Tires only last about 20-25K miles (295/40-21) and there's a limited selection--a new set will set you back about $2200. The electronics were capricious--sometimes car wouldn't completely shut down when door opened (i.e. normal shut down is engine off & accessories stay on until door opened. started acting up sometimes where accessories wouldn't power down when door opened & had to open/shut door a few times to get it to shut down). Homelink garage door opener had a button that wouldn't work. EZ-GO door handles had to be replaced. Driver's side mirror folding mechanism broke. When I smelled leaking oil burning on the exhaust manifold, I knew it was time to get rid of it. Bottom line: Surprisingly comfortable and agile for a 7 passenger, 3 ton SUV and most comfortable car/truck I've ever driven. However, after repair issues cited above, I'd be reluctant to own a M-B again..... Update (5/2016): Traded in @ 120K miles. Reading through original review brought back bad memories of astronomical repair bills. There are better choices in the large luxury SUV segment.

Really enjoy it!!

4.4

Michael Wagner on 04/23/2015

Performance: 5 Comfort: 5 Fuel Economy: 4 Fun To Drive: 4 Interior Design: 4 Exterior Design: 5 Build Quality: 4 Reliability: 4 Comfort Rating: 5 Performance Rating: 5 Interior Rating: 4 Reliability Rating: 4

I now have 94K on the vehicle and it is still great. I have done most of the work on the car since I like doing that and German cars are very straight forward to work on. I have only had to do brakes and oil and tires so far. Having an intermittent issue with the air suspension now, but will figure it out and fix it. The system is pretty simple and Arnott makes a good replacement for it that has very good reviews. Went to the Continentals for tires...a little stiffer, but so much quieter than the Perelli's. I've taken it on long trips, and into the mountains skiing in heavy snow. It handles everything quite well. They don't makes chains for the 20" wheels, but didn't need them.

Worst car experience

2.6

dianeh1 on 09/21/2013

Performance: 4 Comfort: 4 Fuel Economy: 2 Fun To Drive: 3 Interior Design: 3 Exterior Design: 3 Build Quality: 1 Reliability: 1 Comfort Rating: 4 Performance Rating: 4 Interior Rating: 3 Reliability Rating: 1

Will never own a Mercedes again. Non-stop money-pit from the day I bought it to the day I sold it. Beware the air suspension on Mercedes-Benz. Mine went "out" every six months or so. Paint peeled off around the windows just when it was out of warranty. I estimate I spent $6,000 a year in repairs. It is also a huge gas guzzler.

GL450 Falling apart at 65K miles

beachbenz on 09/19/2012

Performance: 4 Comfort: 3 Fuel Economy: 3 Fun To Drive: 3 Interior Design: 4 Exterior Design: 4 Build Quality: 2 Reliability: 1 Comfort Rating: 3 Performance Rating: 4 Interior Rating: 4 Reliability Rating: 1

I've got a 2009 GL450 with 65K miles. My wife drives it for light suburban driving only. In general, we like the vehicle, but it has been in the shop at least every three months. We are now out of warranty and have had a flood of issues in the past month. Three weeks ago the driver-side door lock mechanism went out. The audio (radio, phone, everything) went out last week and the system needed to be reset. This week, both front struts went out and nearly killed her (car was out of control). The bill for the struts and the doorlock is $5K, but the dealer offered to pick-up some of the tab. I've owned a lot of new mercedes, but won't buy another one.

Has bad side too

4.3

Agie on 10/14/2009

Performance: 4 Comfort: 3 Fuel Economy: 5 Fun To Drive: 5 Interior Design: 3 Exterior Design: 4 Build Quality: 5 Reliability: 5 Comfort Rating: 3 Performance Rating: 4 Interior Rating: 3 Reliability Rating: 5

I have this vehicle for over 2 months and stumbled into a common mistake and filled up with gas. Costing around $800 to remove the gas when I did not started the car and realize while fueling. If you start it may cost you $6000-$8000. Very delicate fuel and exhaust system.

What a SUV Should Be

4.9

DieselBenzGL on 10/02/2009

Performance: 5 Comfort: 5 Fuel Economy: 5 Fun To Drive: 5 Interior Design: 5 Exterior Design: 5 Build Quality: 5 Reliability: 4 Comfort Rating: 5 Performance Rating: 5 Interior Rating: 5 Reliability Rating: 4

The GL is a perfectly sized SUV. It is large enough to carry 6 people comfortably yet not so big that it looks like a behemoth coming down the road. Its size makes it very maneuverable and easy to drive for such a large vehicle. The GL320 Bluetec uses approximately 30% less fuel and polutes 30% less than other large SUVs. 500 miles in the city and 600 miles on the freeway are the normal fillup intervals. On the freeway, it handles better than most sedans. The steering is not loose but at the same time isn't so tight that the vehicle swerves every time you adjust the HVAC. The rearview mirrors were made larger in 2009. Any larger and they would look out of proportion to the vehicle.

small things make a difference

4.3

Brian S on 08/03/2009

Performance: 4 Comfort: 5 Fuel Economy: 5 Fun To Drive: 4 Interior Design: 4 Exterior Design: 4 Build Quality: 4 Reliability: 4 Comfort Rating: 5 Performance Rating: 4 Interior Rating: 4 Reliability Rating: 4

Always comes down to the little things. Outside mirrors are too small for this vehicle. Console armrest does not adjust up and down? Getting to third row not very "easy". Do this while its pouring down rain! Comand can be ( and should be ) much easier to use. Ok I admit my bias here. If Audi had more room in the back of the Q7 I would be driving that instead. Their vehicles are just more detailed and thought out. This is my first trip back to MB in 5 years. Not bad, just not as good as Mercedes should be. Love the diesel. Smooth, quiet, plenty of power for what I need and great fuel mileage. Got talked into the MB Tex interior. Should have gotten leather. Like the pwr up/down 3rd row seats.

Is it a benz or a Hyundai???

Benzlover on 06/15/2009

Performance: 5 Comfort: 5 Fuel Economy: 5 Fun To Drive: 5 Interior Design: 5 Exterior Design: 5 Build Quality: 1 Reliability: 1 Comfort Rating: 5 Performance Rating: 5 Interior Rating: 5 Reliability Rating: 1

Very disappointting!!! for those of you guys who are seeking the good ole fashion quality of the benz a word of advise SHY AWAY. The 4x4 of the year can not sustain a small bump from the side walk curve without busting its air- suspension module. Interestingly enough, when taking the vehicle to the local benz dealership the Service manager told me, " hey this car is just like a kia and a hyundai, what do you expect, its build the same" I was floored by the lack of cooperation and needless to say the poor craftsmanship. If I wanted a kia i would buy one, well, maybe i should have. It is a shame that a 70K+ 4X4 of the year is basically a kia with a mercedes star on it.

Bullet Proof

jd on 04/25/2009

Performance: 5 Comfort: 5 Fuel Economy: 5 Fun To Drive: 5 Interior Design: 5 Exterior Design: 5 Build Quality: 5 Reliability: 5 Comfort Rating: 5 Performance Rating: 5 Interior Rating: 5 Reliability Rating: 5

I have owned too many suvs and trucks to mention. This one is the very best. Fuel Economy is much better than advertised. Driving in Phx I get 23 in town and 28 on the highway. Great design and build quality. I pull a large tent trailer with a gross of 5,000lbs with no problem. I will be going "long" on this one. Also, it is fun to drive. Everything is well layed out. So far 7,800 miles without a single problem, nothing.

Love It

Sajan on 04/23/2009

This is my first Benz, dreamed for long time, before I test drive, I went test drive the FX50, Q7, and BMW, didn't look at the LX570, didn't any deal at the time, GX470 was too old. But IMO, i like the GL is much better than these. SO far its good, no problems at all. I love new NAV, only problem so far I find, when i am on call through bluetooth, if i turn off the car and open the door it will drop the call, it didn't do it on my 2008 G35. that is only -ive. when u buy this SUV, make sure u get P2 and appreance pkg, its very good

Perfect truck but poor technology

4.9

Gurmeet Singh on 04/20/2009

Performance: 5 Comfort: 5 Fuel Economy: 5 Fun To Drive: 5 Interior Design: 4 Exterior Design: 5 Build Quality: 5 Reliability: 5 Comfort Rating: 5 Performance Rating: 5 Interior Rating: 4 Reliability Rating: 5

It is a pleasure to drive this car with comfort seating and the excellent engine it has - very quite and smooth/gliding ride which we love. However, on technology and interior space usage, it is quite poor - My Sienna 2006 had better technology and interior space usage than this truck.

Love It!

heatkar on 12/07/2008

This is my 2nd GL450. Hated the old one because of its many problems, but what can one expect when you are buying one of the first new models on the road. After driving an Odyssey for 2 years we decided to go for it again and I couldn't be more pleased. They have definitely improved a lot of things since 07. The ride is awesome, love the 20" rims, better nav, better rear DVDs, keyless go. I really love the running boards to help the kids get in on their own. Gas mileage ok, but what do you expect from a powerful SUV. This is a keeper.

Home Run

aaflank on 11/24/2008

Finally a solid, high quality, 7 passenger AWD SUV with the looks, comfort, quality, and features that we have been looking for. Actually drives better than the gas version (more torque) and gets 21 average; 26 highway. Very smooth and quiet; no one can tell it's a diesel.

Awesome!

MDB on 09/21/2008

This my 15th Benz and I love it! Rides and feels like my S500! New navigation, new entertainment system, ventilated front seats just to name a few of the upgrades over the the 2008 and bigger outside mirrors make this SUV the one to beat!