Exterior & Styling
Particularly from the rear, the GL's appearance looks a bit like Mercedes' original M-Class. The 21-inch wheels, oversized grille and chrome running boards on my test car gave it a look similar to that of Mercedes' AMG performance cars — perhaps that was the intention, given that there is no AMG GL-Class — and should secure the car a front-row spot at most valet stands.
Less-expensive GLs have 18- or 19-inch wheels. An optional offroad package on the GL450 raises the air suspension to yield 12 inches of ground clearance — some 2 inches higher than a Hummer H2's. The package also has a two-speed transfer case and locking center and rear differentials.
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Replacing the rear window wiper blade
Removing the wiper blade
•► Remove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock.
•► Fold wiper arm 1 away from the rear
window until it engages.
•► Position wiper blade 2 at a right ...
SAFETY
The 2011 E50 coupe has been named a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance
Institute for Highway Safety. It earned the top score, Good, in front, side,
rear and roof-strength crash tests. It also has a ...