Off Duty, Automotive - Navy Times

2008 Mercedes-Benz GL320

Summary: Diesel power allows this full-size, seven-passenger 4WD SUV to deliver 30-40 percent better economy than gas-powered equivalents (and the same mileage as the smaller, 5-passenger Mercedes M-Class ML320 SUV). Most similar in size/capacity/power SUVs have best-case mileage in the mid-high teens and don't even offer the option of a diesel powerplant. Standard GL320 amenities include automatic fold-flat third row seats and a load-leveling suspension, as well as full-time 4WD. This vehicle can tow 7,500 lbs. and has more than 83 cubic feet of cargo capacity with the second and third row seats folded down.

MSRP: $53,400

EPA mileage: 18 city, 24 highway