'11 QX56 vs. Mercedes GL450/550

[AF2civ]

Anybody here ever owned/driven the GL450/550? If so, how does the new QX compare to the GL450/550? Which do you prefer to own for long term?

 

[2011 QX56]

I test drove the GL450 a few times and seriously considered it. I never tried the GL550, because the power of the 450 was ample for me.

I really like the ride of the GL450 and I don't do any offroading.

I mainly chose the QX for interior comfort and tech features.

 

[AF2civ]

I'm about to pull the trigger on the QX. Anyone with the wheat interior... how is the upkeep with such a light color? Any recommendation as to keeping it clean (Scotch Guard, etc.)? Thanks.

 

[The plumber]

I also test drove the GL450- the ride is fine, but compared to the QX, no comparison in terms of comfort, convenience, GPS, 3rd row room, etc.

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[Lexx]

Agree with the post above. I test drove a Mercedes GL and the 2011 QX both twice the same day. For me the QX stood head and shoulders above the GL. I found the whole QX package just stood out as much better overall in ride and all the tech gadgets.

I've has my QX for about a month and happened to pull my 24 foot pontoon boat out of storage the other day and towed it for about an hour on a very windy day at highway speed. The pontoon isn't overly heavy but presents a large area for the very strong crosswind. The SUV performed very well. I certainly knew the boat was back there being towed, but the QX was rock steady and with more power than I needed for the hills.

I like this vehicle.

 

[AF2civ]

I guess I should have re-phrased my question. I've owned a GL450. It was a maintenance nighmare so I got rid of it. I am within days from buying the '11 QX56. It is a far superior vehicle than the GL450 in everyway; I hated the navi on that thing-very archaic and not user friendly. I just like Infiniti cars, I guess.

What kind of a deal did you guys get?

 

[2011 QX56]

I'm about to pull the trigger on the QX. Anyone with the wheat interior... how is the upkeep with such a light color? Any recommendation as to keeping it clean (Scotch Guard, etc.)? Thanks.

I have the wheat interior. Haven't used Scotch Guard. The leather cleaner/condition from the dealer seems to work ok. I just have them clean it when I take my car in for service.

 

[racelance]

I just sold my wife's GL550 http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=22079154631). The vehicle drove incredibly well. She liked the regular mode and I enjoyed the sport mode - true air suspension & works very well. The navigation unit is terrible and the DVD/entertainment unit was downright terrible to try and figure out (and I'm into this type of stuff - my wife - well, she really disliked it!). Overall she would get another one, we test drove the QX recently and I'm ready to give it a shot - It certainly has more goodies and it appears very luxurious inside the cockpit.

Once we find the right QX I'll write a personal review for others to read.

Lance

PS If you have specific questions regarding the GL550 - don't hesitate PM'ing me.

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[smokinxtreme]

i traded my GL450 for a 2011 QX56 about a week ago and to be honest besides the gas QX is SUPERIOR....

 

[mikefarm]

Welcome to the QX family! I've had mine for about 45 days now and absolutely love it! Gas wasn't as much a factor for me since I went from a Dodge RAM so my mpg moving to the QX actually went up

 

[AF2civ]

i traded my GL450 for a 2011 QX56 about a week ago and to be honest besides the gas QX is SUPERIOR....

Just don't say this on those MB forums; they'll stone you and call you a trader. Yes, the '11 QX is far superior to the MB GL in every aspect!

 

[The Peg]

I have been a Mercedes guy. You can't beat the QX for the money. Mercedes technology has not advanced. I considered a GL but went with the QX. Loving it aka "The Black Mamba."

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