I currently own a 2016 GL450 with 130k miles. I was looking to upgrade to a 2020 GLS with 55k miles. I would greatly appreciate anyone opinions, known issues or feedback on this model? Is it a good buy or should I avoid it? Thank you.
In November 2022 I purchased a CPO 2020 GLS450 with 20k miles and currently have 53k miles on the vehicle. I’m in TN and my vehicle is believed to have been a special order for a MB supplier executive, as it is loaded (MSRP $106k) and even has Sport Brakes, which was not an available option. I have only had a couple of minor issues that were resolved with software updates. Some will say avoid the first year of a new generation, but I believe sufficient time has passed that any issues, including the 48v battery issues, have been resolved.
Thanks for the reply. I've heard about the 48v battery issue. What is the exact issue and the fix for it?
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You can search on the forum and find several threads discussing the issue, but my recollection is that it just seemed to be a bad batch of batteries that left many stranded. Originally Posted by ckccie
Thanks for the reply. I've heard about the 48v battery issue. What is the exact issue and the fix for it?
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Is there a significant difference between a 2020 GLS 450 with 55K miles and the same model with lower mileage? I think the difference is small… If you’re considering the 2020 model, it should have depreciated sufficiently even for those with lower mileage.
We’ve primarily used our GLS 450 for our long-distance trips, state to state, as well as towing too for some trips. It has been EXTREMELY reliable, more than any other car we’ve ever owned. Since we purchased it 1.5 years ago, we put so many miles on it than any other car we’ve owned, almost 20,000 miles in 1.5 years. The only significant mechanical repair required was the left lower arm ball joint and the evap sensor. Otherwise, the engine, suspension, and entire cabin still in like-new condition.
One thing I like about the GLS is that it still feels incredibly comfortable even when carrying six passengers….. Our X7 felt a bit too firm and less comfortable when the passenger load was maxed-out. Also, the GLS’s AC is significantly better, and the inline-six engine is better than any other engine I’ve driven… Great engine for road trips, smooth and very powerful. I think the EQ boost combined with the inline-6 and turbocharger is the magic sauce for smoothness with great torque.
Good luck with your purchase.
We’ve primarily used our GLS 450 for our long-distance trips, state to state, as well as towing too for some trips. It has been EXTREMELY reliable, more than any other car we’ve ever owned. Since we purchased it 1.5 years ago, we put so many miles on it than any other car we’ve owned, almost 20,000 miles in 1.5 years. The only significant mechanical repair required was the left lower arm ball joint and the evap sensor. Otherwise, the engine, suspension, and entire cabin still in like-new condition.
One thing I like about the GLS is that it still feels incredibly comfortable even when carrying six passengers….. Our X7 felt a bit too firm and less comfortable when the passenger load was maxed-out. Also, the GLS’s AC is significantly better, and the inline-six engine is better than any other engine I’ve driven… Great engine for road trips, smooth and very powerful. I think the EQ boost combined with the inline-6 and turbocharger is the magic sauce for smoothness with great torque.
Good luck with your purchase.
