GL Class (X164) 2007-2012: GL320CDI, GL420CDI, GL450, GL550
View Poll Results: which 3 row suv would you guys buy?..why?..which trumps them all?
gl450
75.41%
'07 bmw x5
9.84%
'07mdx
1.64%
q7
8.20%
buick enclave
3.28%
lexus gx470
9.84%
lr3
3.28%
cayenne
4.92%
escalade
4.92%
srx
1.64%
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gl vs 2007 bmw-x5 vs gx470 vs buick enclave vs '07 mdx vs q7 vs lr3

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Old 10-13-2006, 12:44 PM
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gl vs 2007 bmw-x5 vs gx470 vs buick enclave vs '07 mdx vs q7 vs lr3

which one guys?..why?...which trumps them all?
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I purchased the GL 450 because it is the right combination of size, styling and power for my family. I prefer the more traditional look compared to the Acura and Audi. I looked seriously at the lexus GX but did not like how the back door opened or how the 3rd row seats were designed.

So far I have had no problems with my GL450. I am happy with my decision.
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My choice is GL450..Its my most favorite SUV after the ultimate G-wagon
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I voted for the LX470......until they come out with a bigger engined GL.
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I voted for the LX470......until they come out with a bigger engined GL.
You're waiting for a bigger engine????

The GL already smokes 'em all in acceleration.

What are you hoping a bigger GL engine will do with respect to a LX470?

You must not read Car and Driver.

I'm selling a GX470 to buy the GL450. The GX was faster than my old LX. That's why I bought it.

The GL450 is the best high-cargo-capacity SUV I could find to buy. I put my money where my mouth is and expect delivery of my personalized GL in the next week or two.

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You're waiting for a bigger engine????

The GL already smokes 'em all in acceleration.

What are you hoping a bigger GL engine will do with respect to a LX470?

You must not read Car and Driver.

I'm selling a GX470 to buy the GL450. The GX was faster than my old LX. That's why I bought it.

The GL450 is the best high-cargo-capacity SUV I could find to buy. I put my money where my mouth is and expect delivery of my personalized GL in the next week or two.
But but, I just want the big 5.5L engine!

I like the interior of the GL and the power of it a lot.....but for now the somewhat better reliability of the LX seems more appealing.

Maybe when the GL420 CDI comes over here!!
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GL or LR3 would be my 7-seater choice. Prefer GL styling but LR3 is unstoppable off-road and that's important to me when buying an SUV. Heard the GL is fairly good though, better tahn the ML apparently.
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Does anyone know if there are plans for a GL550 and GL420CDI or is it all speculation?
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i take back my post, i reread and you put 3rd row...

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Of course X5, but not for the 3rd row, just because of the ride

X5 --> "The Ultimate Driving Machine"
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Originally Posted by AsianML
I voted for the LX470......until they come out with a bigger engined GL.
Was the LX a choice? I think the Land Cruiser/LX is/was one of the best-looking SUVs of the last decade. That design has aged really well. They still look good today, whether on Park Avenue or in Vermont. Look forward to the next one and the new X5 (has anyone driven one yet?).
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I voted for GX470 because I own one It is inexpensive, decent 3rd row seating for children, and I can take it to Walmart without worrying about it. And it is perfect as a third vehicle. But if this is my only vehicle than I would probably go with GL450.

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Facing same decision. Likely trade in my 2003 X5 this year. Would like to buy MB (better dealer and service dept) but will wait for the 5.5 liter which seems to be offered everywhere but the US. If I have to pull trigger before then, I'll likely go X5 again.
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I don't think X5 and GL are in the same category. The competition is between X5 and ML, and then the GL is a different story.
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I didn't know the cayenne had a 3rd row seat.
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Range Rover Sport?

I see that the R.R. Sport is not on the list as it has a starting MSRP around the GL. I would go with the Sport just because it has a fresh look that always turns my head in traffic!

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