Mercedes-Benz GLS
The Mercedes-Benz GLS is the German luxury brand's full-size SUV and the pinnacle of opulence. Unlike the compact GLC and midsize GLE, it doesn't offer a coupe variant or a plug-in hybrid powertrain. The entry-level 450 4MATIC model is powered by a 3.0-litre six-cylinder engine, while the 580 4MATIC model boasts a 4.0-litre V8. Also featuring a V8 engine are the Maybach 600 and AMG 63 models, although these two pack more power.
Mercedes-Benz GLS
| Pricing | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | CA$117,600 (2025) |
| Fees | CA$3,995 |
| Gas guzzler tax | CA$0 |
| Monthly payments | CA$2,213/month |
| Powertrain | |
| Combined power | N/A |
| Combined torque | N/A |
| Engine | 3,0 l I-6 |
| Power | 375 hp @ 5,800 rpm (280 kW) |
| Torque | 369 lb·ft @ 1,800 – 5,000 rpm (500 N·m) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Fuel type | Premium |
| Engine | Electric |
| Power | 20 hp (15 kW) |
| Torque | 148 lb·ft (201 N·m) |
| Transmission | 9-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Hybrid / Electric | |
| Battery type | Lithium-ion (Li-ion) |
| Energy | N/A |
| Voltage | 48 V |
| Charging times |
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| Cooling | N/A |
| Drivetrain structure | N/A |
| Vehicle type / Category | |
| Vehicle type | SUV |
| Category | Full-size luxury SUV |
| Assembly | Tuscaloosa, AL, US |
| Generation | 3 |
| Fuel efficiency / Autonomy | |
| City | 12.7 L/100km |
| Highway | 9.6 L/100km |
| Combined | 11.3 L/100km |
| Autonomy | 796 km |
| Electric autonomy | N/A |
| CO₂ emissions | 266 g/km |
| Equipment | |
| Sunroof | standard |
| Heated front seats | standard |
| Heated rear seats | standard |
| Heated steering wheel | standard |
| Ventilated front seats | standard |
| Head-up display | optional |
| Surround-view camera | standard |
| Smart key | standard |
| Blindspot detection | standard |
| Forward collision warning | standard |
| Autonomous emergency braking | standard |
| Lane departure warning | optional |
| Adaptive cruise control | optional |
| Remote engine start | standard |
| GPS | standard |
| Infotainment | |
| Front USB ports | standard |
| Rear USB ports | standard |
| Apple CarPlay compatible | standard |
| Android Auto compatible | standard |
| Sirius XM | standard |
| Bluetooth audio | standard |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | standard |
| Wireless phone charging | standard |
| Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Tires | |
| Steering | rack-and-pinion, electromechanical assistance |
| Front suspension | independent, pneumatic, double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | independent, pneumatic, multi-link |
| Front brakes | Disc (ABS) |
| Rear brakes | Disc (ABS) |
| Front tires | P275/45R21 |
| Rear tires | P315/40R21 |
| Safety | |
| Seat belts | 7 |
| Dimensions / Weight | |
| Length | 5,209 mm (205″) |
| Width | 2,030 mm (80″) |
| Height | 1,823 mm (72″) |
| Wheelbase | 3,135 mm (123″) |
| Weight | 2,535 kg (5,589 lb) |
| Capacities | |
| Passengers | 7 |
| Trunk | between 470 l and 2,400 l |
| Fuel tank | 90 l (20 gal) |
| Towing capacity | 3,493 kg (7,701 lb, with towing package) |
| Performance | |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1 s (manufacturer) |
| 80-120 km/h | 4.8 s (estimated) |
| Top speed | 209 km/h (130 mph) (manufacturer) |
| Braking distance | 41 m |
| Warranty | |
| Base warranty | 4 years/80,000 km |
| Powertrain warranty | 4 years/80,000 km |
| The Car Guide rating | |
| Fuel economy | 4/10 |
| Reliability | 4/10 |
| Safety | 8/10 |
| Infotainment | 7/10 |
| Driving | 7/10 |
| Overall | 8/10 |
| Average | 70%(view ratings) |