2012 Mercedes-Benz GL550 4Dr SUV
Fuel: 12 mpg city / 17 mpg hwyMSRP: $85,300
For 2012, the Mercedes-Benz GL-Glass continues in GL350 BlueTEC diesel, GL450, and GL550 trim levels. The GL is the largest SUV offered by the automaker. All GL models feature heated front power seats, chrom window trim, front and rear skid plates, saddle head restraint system for the second and third row, and genuine burl walnut trim. For the new model year, LED daytime running lights, updated interior trim, and revised directional lines for the rearview camera angles are the noted changes. The standard COMAND system has a large seven-inch color display with in-dash six disc DVD/CD changer and Bluetooth connectivity interface for hands free devices. The top-of-the-line GL550 comes with 21-inch AMG wheels with all-season tires, fender flares, as well as infrared reflecting glass.
| Select Trim Options: | Mercedes-Benz |
GL550 |
2012 |
4Dr SUV |
5 Year Cost of Ownership
4Dr SUV 5 Year Ownership Costs
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | 5 Year Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depreciation | $14,770 | $8,076 | $7,782 | $6,972 | $6,290 | $43,890 |
| Financing | $2,551 | $2,046 | $1,487 | $915 | $330 | $7,329 |
| Insurance | $2,520 | $2,520 | $2,520 | $2,520 | $2,520 | $12,600 |
| State Fees | $266 | $214 | $202 | $182 | $172 | $1,036 |
| Fuel | $3,670 | $3,883 | $4,108 | $4,347 | $4,599 | $20,607 |
| Maintenance | $208 | $480 | $475 | $1,933 | $208 | $3,304 |
| Repairs | $0 | $0 | $0 | $538 | $1,188 | $1,726 |
| Ownership Costs | $23,985 | $17,219 | $16,574 | $17,407 | $15,307 | $90,492 |
Vehicle Class:
Luxury Crossover/Wagon
5 Year Cost of Similar Vehicles:
$90,683
Difference:
-$191
Hybrid/Alternate Fuel Tax Credit:
$0
Value Rating This Vehicle:
Below Average
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