Mercedes-Benz GL Class towing capacity by year
The Mercedes-Benz GL Class has tow data across 9 model years, from 2007 through 2015. The most recent 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL Class carries a maximum tow rating of 7,500 lb.
Pick a year below to open the full Mercedes-Benz GL Class page for that model year. Each year page shows the maximum tow capacity, every trim the dataset covers separately, the engine and drivetrain combination, GVWR, curb weight, payload, and axle ratio.
Mercedes-Benz GL Class max tow rating, last 5 model years
Year-over-year max tow rating for the Mercedes-Benz GL Class, with the most recent year highlighted. Use the trend to spot generation changes, powertrain refreshes, and SAE J2807 re-tests that revised the published figure.
Recent Mercedes-Benz GL Class years (2011–2015)
Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL Class | 4 | 7,500 |
| 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL Class | 4 | 7,500 |
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL Class | 4 | 7,500 |
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL Class | 3 | 7,500 |
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL Class | 3 | 7,500 |
Older Mercedes-Benz GL Class years (2007–2010)
Earlier model years for the Mercedes-Benz GL Class, going back to 2007. Pre-2015 ratings predate SAE J2807, so figures from those years may be measured under different assumptions than current ratings.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL Class | 3 | 7,500 |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL Class | 3 | 7,500 |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Class | 3 | 7,500 |
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL Class | 2 | 7,500 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.