R or GL?
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From: BEVERLY HILLS
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Not much to compare.
R class = like honda odessy all those van type cars.
GL is an SUV. If you want up high GL if you want long low R class. I would rather get a honda over R.
hehe I would get escalade over GL =0) I still like the old G wagons better then the GL
R class = like honda odessy all those van type cars.
GL is an SUV. If you want up high GL if you want long low R class. I would rather get a honda over R.
hehe I would get escalade over GL =0) I still like the old G wagons better then the GL
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Ive driven the R320CDI 4matic & R500 4matic but not the GL
R500 is powerfull, but you should consider getting the LWB version, with the panoramic roof. The GL I have not dirive yet.
I feel the R is very expensive for what it is. You can buy the Ssangyong Rodius at a fraction of the price. The Rodius is made on the same wheel base as the S-class, it has a Mercedes Gear box, Mercedes CDI system, etc.
The GL in my view was a mistake. It was made to replace the G-class, which is not posible to replace. GL is more off road vehicle and the R is more on the road.
Nicolas
I feel the R is very expensive for what it is. You can buy the Ssangyong Rodius at a fraction of the price. The Rodius is made on the same wheel base as the S-class, it has a Mercedes Gear box, Mercedes CDI system, etc.
The GL in my view was a mistake. It was made to replace the G-class, which is not posible to replace. GL is more off road vehicle and the R is more on the road.
Nicolas
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Ive driven the R320CDI 4matic & R500 4matic but not the GL
Hi
R500 is powerfull, but you should consider getting the LWB version, with the panoramic roof. The GL I have not dirive yet.
I feel the R is very expensive for what it is. You can buy the Ssangyong Rodius at a fraction of the price. The Rodius is made on the same wheel base as the S-class, it has a Mercedes Gear box, Mercedes CDI system, etc.
The GL in my view was a mistake. It was made to replace the G-class, which is not posible to replace. GL is more off road vehicle and the R is more on the road.
Nicolas
R500 is powerfull, but you should consider getting the LWB version, with the panoramic roof. The GL I have not dirive yet.
I feel the R is very expensive for what it is. You can buy the Ssangyong Rodius at a fraction of the price. The Rodius is made on the same wheel base as the S-class, it has a Mercedes Gear box, Mercedes CDI system, etc.
The GL in my view was a mistake. It was made to replace the G-class, which is not posible to replace. GL is more off road vehicle and the R is more on the road.
Nicolas
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Don't mean any offense to our R guys, but the GL is already one of the hottest selling new Benz vehicles since the CLS. My stealer has about half of his shipment coming in already sold.
His comment, "make you a killer deal on an R.....I got LOTS of them around"
His comment, "make you a killer deal on an R.....I got LOTS of them around"
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The MSRP of the R is higher, but discounts will more than fix that. People don't like the styling of the R and don't know what to make of it. Those long rear doors could also be a problem in parking lots.
One big advantage for someone like myself with three kids is that the GL has a three-spot second row and will hold seven people total. I am surprised how low they priced it--could hurt the ML.
Page for GL, with links to price comparisons: http://www.truedelta.com/models/GL-Class.php
One big advantage for someone like myself with three kids is that the GL has a three-spot second row and will hold seven people total. I am surprised how low they priced it--could hurt the ML.
Page for GL, with links to price comparisons: http://www.truedelta.com/models/GL-Class.php
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Originally Posted by ecm
We are considering the R500 or the GL450. Can anyoen comment on how these cars compare? Handling, interior room, general comments, etc.
I don't see any issues with the GL, it's pretty much "industry standard" SUV. If you're leaning toward the R, take it home first and make sure you can open the rear doors in your garage.
On the financial side. If you're into the deal, especially if you lease, the R is the way to go right now. The deals are unbelievable.
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two biggest differences you need to consider:
1. looks; suv vs minivan type
2. seating for 6(R) or seating for 7(GL)
if you don't mind the 6 seating arrangement, then it comes down to suv vs minivan(crossover, whatever). everything else is pretty much on par. as my dealer said, they're "giving away" the R's. i'm not sure how the GL's will do to be honest. I think MB missed the mark on the GL imo. That being said, its still a better alternative to the escalade (for me).
1. looks; suv vs minivan type
2. seating for 6(R) or seating for 7(GL)
if you don't mind the 6 seating arrangement, then it comes down to suv vs minivan(crossover, whatever). everything else is pretty much on par. as my dealer said, they're "giving away" the R's. i'm not sure how the GL's will do to be honest. I think MB missed the mark on the GL imo. That being said, its still a better alternative to the escalade (for me).
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Originally Posted by jayj
two biggest differences you need to consider:
1. looks; suv vs minivan type
2. seating for 6(R) or seating for 7(GL)
if you don't mind the 6 seating arrangement, then it comes down to suv vs minivan(crossover, whatever). everything else is pretty much on par. as my dealer said, they're "giving away" the R's. i'm not sure how the GL's will do to be honest. I think MB missed the mark on the GL imo. That being said, its still a better alternative to the escalade (for me).
1. looks; suv vs minivan type
2. seating for 6(R) or seating for 7(GL)
if you don't mind the 6 seating arrangement, then it comes down to suv vs minivan(crossover, whatever). everything else is pretty much on par. as my dealer said, they're "giving away" the R's. i'm not sure how the GL's will do to be honest. I think MB missed the mark on the GL imo. That being said, its still a better alternative to the escalade (for me).
Regarding the new Escalade, it's the best alternative if you do most of your driving on the interstate. On the highway, no other truck even comes close at this point if you have to cover a lot of miles in comfort.
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after the initial run, they'll be discounting them like the R, the GL doesn't offer much over lexus and others in the class aside from a $15k premium price tag for the MB name..... I was just at the dealer, and they had 8 available, ready to go...
and MB is already advertising a lease deal on them.... albeit, not that great of a deal...
and MB is already advertising a lease deal on them.... albeit, not that great of a deal...
Originally Posted by Jakpro1
Don't mean any offense to our R guys, but the GL is already one of the hottest selling new Benz vehicles since the CLS. My stealer has about half of his shipment coming in already sold.
His comment, "make you a killer deal on an R.....I got LOTS of them around"
His comment, "make you a killer deal on an R.....I got LOTS of them around"
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I drove the GL450 today, then drove the R500 to refresh my memory of that vehicle. As someone else guessed, they feel very different. GL is more impressive in most ways, but it's not nearly as easy to drive because it's very hard to gauge where you are in the lane. Probably something you get used to. The R is much easier to drive, much more like driving a car.
My detailed comparison: http://www.epinions.com/content_229849534084
The price actually doesn't seem out of line. If anything holds this vehicle up, it will be the lack of distinctive styling.
My detailed comparison: http://www.epinions.com/content_229849534084
The price actually doesn't seem out of line. If anything holds this vehicle up, it will be the lack of distinctive styling.
