Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

    New from

    $171,000 excl. on-roads

    Review Rating

    Good

    Safety Rating

    NA

    Warranty

    5 year, unlimited km

    Fuel Efficiency

    7.8 / 100km

    About the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

    Last updated Jul 07, 2025

    The new Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is a SUV Upper Large Luxury offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $171,000 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Edition 7 variant and topping out at $189,100 for the Base.

    There are 2 variants of the GLS available in Australia and this generation went on sale in May of 2025.

    The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is only available with an diesel motor that produces 270kW and 750Nm of torque. All variants feature four-wheel drive.

    The new 2026 GLS is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.

    CarExpert Rating
    Good
    Read the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS review
    This rating has been converted from our previous rating system. Read about our new review ratings.

    See Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class models from other years

    Comparative Rating

    Quickly see how this car stacks up against its competition. Select any benchmark to see more details.

    Power to Weight
    103.58 kW/t
    100.73 kW/t
    173.53 kW/t
    Boot Space
    355 litres
    229 litres
    725 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    7.81 L/100km
    1.6 L/100km
    13.7 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    1,154 km
    657 km
    1,154 km
    Price
    $171,000 - $189,100
    $171,000
    $461,227
    Warranty (Years)
    5 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    New this year - 2 years
    New this year
    8 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months

    Expert Reviews, Expert Advice, Expert Prices

    CarExpert does the hard work to get you the best price. No negotiating, no hidden costs, just expert help and real savings on your next new car.

    2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Price

    Edition 7

    ConfigurationPrice From*
    3.0L, 9-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4$171,000

    Base

    ConfigurationPrice From*
    3.0L, 9-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4$189,100
    *excl. on-roads

    Expert Reviews, Expert Advice, Expert Prices

    CarExpert does the hard work to get you the best price. No negotiating, no hidden costs, just expert help and real savings on your next new car.

    2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Specs

    See our comprehensive details for the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

    Edition 7

    • 360 view camera
      • 3d Enhanced View
    • Air conditioning
      • Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
    • Airbags
      • Number Of: 9
    • Ambient lighting
      • Colour Selection
      • Reactive Lighting
      • Wrap Around
    • Anti collision system
      • Activates Brake Lights
      • Activates Seat Belts
      • Automatic Emergency Braking
      • Brakes At Low Speed: Front
      • Driver Monitor
      • Driving Pattern Monitor
      • Emergency Driver Intervention System
      • Includes Junction Crossing
      • Includes Junction Turning
      • Includes Oncoming Collision Avoidance
      • Minimum Speed To Activate (kph): 7
      • Object Avoidance
      • Operates Above 50 Kph/30 Mph
      • Operates Below 50 Kph/30 Mph
      • Pedestrian & Cyclist Avoidance System
      • Pedestrian Collision Mitigation Steering
      • Programmable Distance
      • Visual/acoustic Warning
    • Audio system
      • Digital Radio
      • Radio: Am/fm
      • System Power (w): 590
      • Touch Screen
    • Audio zones
      • Number Of Zones: 2
    • Automatic door pull shut
      • Rear Boot/hatch
      • Side Doors
    • Autonomous drive
      • Active Lane Control
      • Lane Changing
      • Level: 2 - Partial Automation
      • Traffic Jam Assist
      • Traffic Sign Response
    • Blind spot monitor
      • Active Without Turn Signal
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Flexible
    • Connection to ext.entertainment devices
      • Usb Connection Front
      • Total Number Of Usb Connections Front: 2
    • Cruise control
      • Acc Linked To Mapping
      • Acc Linked To Mapping - City
      • Acc Linked To Mapping - Corner Reaction
      • Acc Linked To Mapping - Highway Exit
      • Acc Linked To Mapping - Junction React
      • Adaptive Cruise Control (acc)
      • Stop/go Function: Stop & Go
    • Display screen
      • Concealable Screen: No
      • Includes Augmented Reality
      • Orientation: Fixed
      • Roller Control
      • Screen Size (in): 12.30
      • Television
      • Touch Pad Control
      • Touch Screen
    • Distance & object sensing technology
      • Lidar Sensor
      • Millimetre-wave Sensor
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Auto-dimming
      • Colour: Painted
      • Heated
      • Indicator Lights
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Door sill protector
      • Illuminated
    • Driver modes
      • Includes Engine Mapping
      • Includes Steering
      • Includes Suspension
      • Includes Transmission
    • Electric Power source
      • Battery Supplier: Other
      • Battery Type: Lithium Ion
      • Battery Voltage (v): 48.0
      • Max Wireless Charging Kw: 0.0
      • Maximum Battery Kilowatt Hour (kwh): 0.90
    • Electric motor
      • Electric Motor Type: Integrated Starter Generator
      • Max Torque Motor Nm: 250
      • Motor Location: Front
      • Power Output Motor Hp/ps: 20.4
      • Power Output Motor Kw: 15.0
    • Electrical system
      • Voltage (v): 48
    • Embedded infotainment user interface
      • Number Of Months Of Online Services: 36
    • Front cross traffic collision avoidance
      • Includes Braking
      • Type: Sensor & Camera
    • Front seat
      • Electrically Adjustable
      • Heated
      • Height Type: Memory
      • Lumbar Type: 2-way Electric
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 6
      • Reach Type: Memory
      • Reclining Type: Memory
      • Thigh Support Type: Electric
      • Type: Bucket
      • Ventilated
    • Glass roof
      • Sunshade Type: Electric
    • Head rests
      • Electric Adjustable
      • Fore & Aft Adjustment
      • Number: 2
    • Headlight control
      • Active High Beam
      • Directional Headlights
      • Dusk Sensor
      • Fog Light Function
      • Matrix
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (high Beam): Led
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Led
      • Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
    • Hybrid type
      • Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
    • Illuminated entry system
      • Logo Projection
    • Instrument cluster
      • Head-up Display: Windscreen
      • Reconfigurable
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom 3rd Row (in): 38.9
      • Headroom 3rd Row: 988
      • Headroom Front (in): 41.4
      • Headroom Front: 1051
      • Headroom Rear (in): 40.2
      • Headroom Rear: 1022
      • Hip Room 3rd Row (in): 50.8
      • Hip Room 3rd Row: 1291
      • Hip Room Front (in): 60.8
      • Hip Room Front: 1545
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 60.0
      • Hip Room Rear: 1523
      • Shoulder Room 3rd Row (in): 50.3
      • Shoulder Room 3rd Row: 1278
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 59.3
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1506
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 58.5
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1485
    • Lane departure warning
      • Activates Steering
    • Low tyre pressure indicator
      • Displays Pressure
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Chrome And Leather
      • On Dash: Wood & Synthetic Leather
      • On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
    • Memorized adjustment
      • Door Mirror Position
      • Steering Wheel Position
    • Mobile Integration
      • Android Auto
      • Apple Carplay
    • Navigational systems
      • Controls: Touch Screen
      • Includes Augmented Reality
      • Information Type: 3d And Voice
      • Map Updates Months Of Subscription: 36
      • Screen Size (in): 12.30
      • Traffic Info
    • Paint
      • Type: Metallic
    • Parking assistance
      • Automatic Braking Whilst Parking
      • Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
    • Parking distance system
      • Type: Sensor & Camera
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Card Key
    • Power steering
      • Active Rack
      • Vehicle Speed Proportional
    • Rear cross traffic collision avoidance
      • Includes Braking
      • Type: Sensor & Camera
    • Rear door
      • Type: Lifting Gate
    • Rear seats
      • Electrically Adjustable
      • Folding: 40/20/40
      • Folds Electrically
      • Heated
      • Reach Type: Electric
      • Reclining Type: Electric
      • Remote Folding
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Type: Split Bench
    • Rear view mirror/camera
      • Auto-dimming
    • Rear window
      • Type: Fixed
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Remote HVAC control
      • Includes Cooling
      • Includes Heating
      • Includes Phone
    • Remote audio controls
      • Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
    • Remote services
      • Find My Car
      • Geo Fencing
      • Number Of Months Subscription Included: 36
      • Remote Lock/unlock
      • Send Destination To Car
      • Speed Alert
      • Theft Alert
      • Vehicle Diagnostics
      • Vehicle Start
    • Responsive suspension
      • Driver Selectable
      • Type: Electronic
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 7
      • Seating Configuration: 2+3+2
    • Secondary engine power
      • Maximum Power Hp/ps: 367
      • Maximum Power Kw: 270
      • Maximum Torque Nm: 750
      • Rpm For Maximum Power (low): 4000
      • Rpm For Maximum Torque (low): 1350
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Includes Keyless Entry
      • Includes Keyless Start
      • Includes Memory Seat Adjustments
    • Speakers
      • Brand Name: Burmester
      • Number Of: 13
      • Subwoofer
    • Steering wheel
      • Electric Adjustment
      • Height Adjustment
      • Multi-function
      • Telescopic Adjustment
      • Touch Controls
      • Type: Alloy & Leather
    • Step
      • Type: Platform
    • Sunroof
      • Operation: Remote
      • Type: Glass
    • Suspension levelling
      • Operation: Automatic
    • Telematics
      • Advanced Auto Collision Notification
      • Breakdown Assistance
      • Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
      • Tracker System
    • Third row seats
      • Folds Electrically
      • Seating Capacity: 2
      • Type: Bucket
    • USB charging port
      • Number: 1
    • Vanity mirror
      • Illuminated
    • Ventilation system
      • Engine Heater
    • Voice activating system
      • Ai Powered
      • Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer's Own
    • Warranty anti-corrosion
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty battery - total
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty battery
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty electric systems - total
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty electric systems
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty powertrain - OEM
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty powertrain - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty roadside assistance
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty whole vehicle - OEM
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty whole vehicle - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Wifi network
      • Connectivity Type: Embedded Sim Card
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
      • Rain Sensor

    Base

    Adds to Edition 7:
    • Air conditioning
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 5
      • Rear Control For Climate Control
    • Facial/gesture control
      • Location: Front & Rear
    • Front seat
      • Active/massage
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 7
    • Headlight control
      • Height Adjustment: Automatic
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Steel
      • Type: Inflatable
    • Ventilation system
      • Ion Filtering
      • Fragrance Diffuser
    Removes from Edition 7:
    • Air conditioning
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
    • Front seat
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 6
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
    See all 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Specs

    2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Dimensions

    1823mm
    1956mm
    5209mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

    See all 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Dimensions

    2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Towing Capacity

    See all Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Towing Capacity

    Expert Reviews, Expert Advice, Expert Prices

    CarExpert does the hard work to get you the best price. No negotiating, no hidden costs, just expert help and real savings on your next new car.

    2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Fuel Economy

    There are 1 different fuel economy figures for the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

    The most fuel efficient Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the Base with a 9-speed Automatic which is powered by a 3.0L TURBO and uses 7.8L of diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.

    Mercedes-Benz GLS-ClassFuel TypeCombined
    3.0L, 9-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4Diesel7.8 L/100km
    See all Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Fuel Economy

    Cost of ownership

    What are the running and servicing costs of a Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class?

    The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 25,000 km, whichever comes first.

    2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Warranty

    What is the warranty on a Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class?

    The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class offers a 5 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.

    Expert Reviews, Expert Advice, Expert Prices

    CarExpert does the hard work to get you the best price. No negotiating, no hidden costs, just expert help and real savings on your next new car.

    Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class FAQs

    The cheapest Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the Edition 7 that starts from $171,000.

    The most expensive Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the Base that starts from $189,100.

    The best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is 3500 kg offered by the following variants: Edition 7 and Base.

    The largest Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the Edition 7 which measures 1956mm wide, 5209mm in length and sits 1823mm tall.

    The most powerful Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the Edition 7 which has 270kW of power from its 3.0L TURBO engine.

    The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is built in USA and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the Edition 7 which weighs 3385 kg (kerb weight).

    The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class uses diesel.