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Used Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: the years to buy and the years to skip
Every Mercedes-Benz GL-Class from 2013 to 2016: what each year typically sells for (about $11,000 to $14,500), its crash rating, and whether it's a year to target or skip. The best bets are 2013–2016.
2013–2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
A full-size three-row luxury SUV with an adult-usable third row, standard air suspension and powerful engines.
Years to target: 2013–2016. It has a below-average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $11,000 | Target | Not rated | ~130,000 |
| 2014 | $12,500 | Target | Not rated | ~120,000 |
| 2015 | $13,000 | Target | Not rated | ~110,000 |
| 2016 | $14,500 | Target | Not rated | ~100,000 |
Worth knowing
- Air suspension, electronics, and V8 or diesel repairs are costly, and fuel use is heavy, so budget for maintenance.
- It requires premium fuel.
The trim we'd park in our garage
The GL450 with the Premium 1 package adds keyless entry, harman kardon audio, and power-folding third-row seats; the GL350 BlueTEC diesel offers better range.
On the test drive
Check that the standard air suspension holds its height overnight and that the power third row and tailgate work. Pay for an inspection at an independent shop that specializes in the brand.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: optional from 2013, never standard in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: optional from 2013, never standard in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Toyota Highlander 2011–2013 · $11,000–$13,500
- Lexus GX 2010 · $12,500
- Honda Pilot 2015 · $11,000
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Prices are typical dealer and private asking prices from used listings, collected in September and October 2026, for an average-mileage car. Years with too few listings are estimated from nearby years. Crash ratings, recalls and owner complaint counts come from NHTSA public records. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy. Spot something off? Let us know.