Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class
About the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class
Last updated Jun 27, 2024Mercedes-Benz Australia has detailed its local 2024 GLS range, with a new turbo-diesel option joining the line-up but the turbo-petrol GLS 450 departing.
The 2024 model has received a mid-life update which includes updated technology and some cosmetic changes.
With these changes comes a price increase of $11,630 for the Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4Matic+ and $15,931 for the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic.
The range now opens at $184,900 before on-road costs for the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450d 4Matic – just over $14,000 higher than the previous entry point to the range – and extends to $409,900 before on-road costs for the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic.
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Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Range Guide
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS450d 4Matic comes standard with the following features:
- LED headlights with adaptive high-beam
- Panoramic sunroof
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Head-up display
- Seven seats
- 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- Satellite navigation
- DAB+ digital radio
- Seven USB charging ports
- 20-inch multi-spoke light alloy wheels in Himalayas Grey
- Glossy brown lime wood trim
- Keyless entry and start
- Burmester sound system
- MBUX infotainment software with augmented reality
- Aluminium-look roof rails
- Park assist
- Multicontour seat
- Power closing doors
- Heated rear seats
- Automatic climate control
- Voice command
- Guard 360-degree Vehicle Protection Plus
- AMG-line exterior accents
- Air Balance package
- Power tailgate
- Automatic stop/start
- Keyless entry and start
- Wireless charging
The GLS63 4Matic+ adds the following:
- AMG Night Package
- 21-inch AMG 5-twin-spoke wheels
- Matte black roof rails
- Windowline and belting in high-gloss black
- Exterior mirror housing in high gloss black
- Unique AMG front and rear apron
- AMG Active Ride Control
- Seat Heating Plus for driver and front passenger
- Armrest heating for driver and front passenger
- Rear seat cushion heating
- Projected AMG logos
- AMG brakes with red-painted calipers
- AMG welcome light animation
- AMG performance steering wheel
- Rear limited-slip differential
- Adaptive suspension
- Active engine mounts
- Tyre pressure monitoring
- Heated and cooled front cupholders
- Heated windscreen washers
- AMG performance exhaust with selectable programs
- Unique grille
The Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic adds:
- Manufaktur Exclusive Leather package
- Burmester 3D sound system
- E-Active Body Control
- MBUX rear seat entertainment system
- Multicontour rear seats
- Electric sunblinds
- Heated steering wheel
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Interior
Mercedes-Benz now offers an updated generation of the MBUX infotainment system. A MBUX Multi-Seat Entertainment system is optional, giving rear-seat occupants access to a range of infotainment and comfort features.
The GLS also gets a new steering wheel with touch controls on its spokes; AMG models get their own unique wheel design.
There are two new exterior finishes (Sodalite Blue metallic and Manufaktur Alpine Grey non-metallic) and two new upholstery colours (Bahia Brown and Catalana Beige).
Exterior
Externally, the Mercedes-Benz GLS gets a revised grille which is inspired by the Mercedes-Benz G-Glass. There’s also a redesigned front bumper, with air inlets surrounded by high-gloss black trim.
A new 20-inch multi-spoke light-alloy wheel design is now standard on the GLS, alongside additional new wheel designs for the GLS 63 4Matic+ and GLS 600 4Matic.
All GLS models, regardless of badge, get subtly refreshed lighting, plus the option of Sodalite Blue metallic and Manufaktur Alpine Grey non-metallic exterior finishes.
Cost of Ownership
Mercedes-Benz offers a three-year servicing plan for the GLS-Class, with servicing intervals of 12 months/25,000km for the GLS 450d and 12 months or 20,000km for V8 models.
Three, four or five year service plans:
- Mercedes-Benz GLS450d 4Matic $3620 $4920 $7225
- Mercedes-AMG GLS63 4Matic+ $4155 $5355 $6195
- Mercedes-Maybach GLS600 4Matic $4455 $5385 $6200
How it Drives
There is a choice of two engines across the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class range.
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450d 4Matic is powered by a 3.0-litre inline-six turbo diesel with a 48-volt mild hybrid system. It produces 270kW of power and 750Nm of torque, and can complete a 0-100km/h sprint in 6.1 seconds.
Both the Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4Matic+ and the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic are powered by a twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 petrol engine mated to a 48-volt mild hybrid system.
The GLS 63 4Matic+’s V8 produces 450kW of power and 850Nm of torque, while the GLS 600 4Matic’s V8 produces 410kW and 730Nm.
Both models have a claimed 0-100km/h time of 4.2 seconds.
Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Options
The $2900 Towbar package adds the following:
- Tow bar with ESP trailer stabilisation
- Increased towing capacity (up to 3500kg)
The $9900 Rear Comfort package adds the following:
- Wireless charging in the second row for mobile devices
- MBUX rear tablet
- Luxury head restraints
- Wireless headset
- MBUX High-End Rear Seat Entertainment System
This package is only available on the GLS450d 4Matic and GLS63 4Matic+
The $14,500 First Class Rear Individual Seat package adds the following:
- First-class rear compartment
- Folding tables in the second row
- Refrigerated compartment
- Holder for champagne flutes
- Champagne flutes
This package is only available on the Maybach GLS 600.
Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Warranty
MERCEDES-BENZ suggests that owners service their 2024 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS every 12 months or 25,000km, whichever comes first.
The 2024 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS has a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Fuel Economy
Depending on the variant, view the 2024 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS fuel usage below.
All Highway, City, and Combined figures below are litres per 100km
Variant | Series | Style | Fuel Type | Highway | City | Combined | E10? |
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450 4MATIC (HYBRID) | X167 MY23.5 | 4D WAGON | PREMIUM UNLEADED/ELECTRIC | - | - | 9.2 | - |
450 d 4MATIC | X167 MY25 | 4D WAGON | DIESEL | - | - | 7.8 | - |
Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Dimensions
Depending on the variant, the 2024 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS measures as below.
Variant | Series | Style | Length (mm) | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Wheelbase (mm) |
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450 4MATIC (HYBRID) | X167 MY23.5 | 4D WAGON | 5219 | 2030 | 1823 | 3135 |
450 d 4MATIC | X167 MY25 | 4D WAGON | 5215 | 2030 | 1798 | 3135 |
The 2024 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS has a braked towing capacity of 3500kg and an unbraked towing capacity of 750kg.
Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Market Fit
The Mercedes-Benz GLS is categorised as an Upper Large SUV and has a price range of $170,169 to $187,000.
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