Vital Statistics: The 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
By Lauren Thomas
Introduction
The 2007 GL-Class is manufactured in UNITED STATES for Mercedes-Benz. It is Mercedes-Benz's entry into the SPORT UTILITY 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $54,900 USD in 2007.
GL-Class Dimensions
In 2007 the GL-Class has an overall length of 200.30 inches and a width of 75.60 inches. It sits a total of 72.40 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 7.90 inches. Front headroom is 40.10 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the GL-Class a turning radius of 39.70 inches. It uses 265/60R18 tires with a wheelbase of 121.10 inches.
Drivetrain
The GL-Class comes standard with a 7-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a four-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 5249 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The 4.7L V8 DOHC 32V engine in the 2007 GL-Class is rated at 15 miles/gallon city and 19 miles/gallon highway out of a 26.40 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Flexible Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The GL-Class retails for $54,900 USD with a invoice price of $51,057 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $775 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Installed equipment includes Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, 4WD/AWD, ABS Brakes, Automatic Load-Leveling. Leading optional equipment includes Locking Differential, Electronic Parking Aid, Heated Steering Wheel, DVD Player, Navigation Aid.
Exterior color choices include Alabaster White, Barolo Red Metallic, Black, Capri Blue Metallic, Desert Silver Metallic, Everest Green Metallic, Iridium Silver Metallic, Obsidian Black Metallic, Pewter Metallic, Verde Brook Metallic with interior choices of Ash Leather Interior, Ash Vinyl Interior, Black Leather Interior, Black Vinyl Interior, Macadamia Leather Interior, Macadamia Vinyl Interior. The GL-Class seats 7 people with 40.30 inches front leg room.
Mercedes-Benz Warranty
The normal warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also has a 48 month/50,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's critical to contact your dealer to verify all warranties.
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