Entering its fourth model year, the 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL-class receives a minor refresh as it debuts at the 2009 New York auto show. All GL-class models—GL450, GL550, and GL350 BlueTec, which, along with all 2010 diesel-powered Mercedes in the U.S., are now badged as 350s instead of 320s—are treated to new bumpers, chrome front and rear skid plates, chrome tailpipes, and new aluminum-alloy rolling stock ranging from 19 to 21 inches. Additional bits include standard chrome roof rails, brushed aluminum beltline trim, and LED fog lights that double as daytime running lights. GL taillights are also now filled with LEDs as standard equipment.
Within the cabin, occupants will find redesigned seats complete with active headrests for the driver and front passenger, a new Nappa leather-covered steering wheel, and a new instrument cluster. Finally, GL350 BlueTec and GL450 customers are now treated to upscale burl walnut trim as standard.
After pounding out 40,000 miles with our long-term GL320 CDI, we welcome the small tweaks to an already terrific luxury SUV. Look for the 2010 GL to hit showrooms this summer.
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