Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164
The S-Class of SUVs: Mercedes-Benz's first full-size seven-seater.
- Power
- 224 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 9.0 s
- Top speed
- 130 mph
- Est. value
- $7k–$19k
About the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164
Introduced as the flagship of the Mercedes-Benz SUV range, the X164 GL-Class was designed primarily for the North American market to compete with the Cadillac Escalade. Unlike its body-on-frame rivals, it utilised a unibody architecture derived from the M-Class, offering superior refinement and road manners. The GL 320 CDI variant features the OM642 V6 diesel engine, providing substantial torque for towing while maintaining reasonable efficiency for a vehicle of its scale. It remains noted for its cavernous seven-seat interior and standard Airmatic suspension, which provides a composed, luxury-oriented ride.
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 specs
The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 produces 224 bhp (167 kW) and 510 Nm (376 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 9.0 seconds and has a top speed of 130 mph (210 km/h).
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
|---|---|
| Model | GL-Class |
| Generation | X164 |
| Trim | GL 320 CDI |
| Years | 2006–2012 |
| Type | SUV |
| Body style | SUV |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 22,000 built |
| Original price | About $53,000 when new |
| Engine | 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,987 cc (3.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 224 bhp (167 kW) at 3,800 rpm |
| Torque | 510 Nm (376 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,400 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 9.0 s |
| Top speed | 130 mph (210 km/h) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 2,450 kg (5,401 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 91 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 worth?
A typical Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 is estimated to be worth $7,000 – $19,000 (about £5,200 – £14,000).
Its original price when new was about $53,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 rarity in CarSpot
The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 17 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 fun facts
- The GL-Class was the first full-size seven-seater SUV produced by a German manufacturer, beating the Audi Q7 to market by a narrow margin.
- Despite its German badge, the X164 was primarily manufactured at the Mercedes-Benz U.S. International plant in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
- The GL 320 CDI was rebranded as the GL 350 BlueTEC in 2009 to reflect updated emissions technology and a new naming convention.
