www.autobytel.com The 2013 Mercedes GL-Class is a full sized luxury SUV. There are 3 different trim levels that include the GL550, GL450, and GL350. The original GL-Class was introduced to the US as a 2007 model and not too much has changed since that time. The GL is a 5-door 7-passenger SUV. Similar luxury SUVs in this class include the Audi Q7, Infiniti QX, Lexus LX, and the Cadillac Escalade; only one of which offers a diesel model. The starting price is $62400 for the GL350 with the top of the line GL550 model costing $86900. Did you know that diesels only account for 1% of all passenger car and truck sales in the US while hybrids account for more than 3%? For some reason Americans just do not embrace the diesel technology. The 2013 Mercedes GL350 BlueTec is a good reason why you should look into diesel powered vehicles. The engine is a 3.0 liter turbodiesel that makes 240 horsepower and 455 lb-ft. of torque. Most full sized SUVs have a hard time breaking the 20 MPG marker since they are heavy, bulky, and not very aerodynamic. But the 2013 Mercedes GL350 BlueTec averages 19 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway. The transmission is a 7-speed automatic. Like with any Mercedes SUV, 4MATIC AWD is standard as are a bunch of features and luxury amenities. Even though this GL looks like the original 2007 model, there are actually over 1000 new parts. Mercedes really listened to its owners and they made a lot of improvements over the past few years. There is a ton of...