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Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

New from

$171,000 excl. on-roads

Review Rating

Good

Safety Rating

Warranty

5 year, unlimited km

Fuel Efficiency

7.8 / 100km

About the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

Last updated Jan 06, 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.

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Excellent

An outstanding car in almost every way. A joy to drive, packed with great features, and highly recommended.

Very Good

A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

Good

A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

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Power to Weight

103.58 kW/t

173.53 kW/t

Boot Space

355 litres

520 litres

Fuel Efficiency

7.81 L/100km

13.7 L/100km

Vehicle Range

1,154 km

657 km

1,154 km

Price

$171,000 - $189,100

$171,000

$457,200

Warranty (Years)

5 years

Warranty (Distance)

Unlimited

Years on Sale

2 years

New this year

8 years

Service Interval

12 months

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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Price

Edition 7

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

Base

Configuration	Price From*
3.0L, 9-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4	$189,100

*excl. on-roads

All Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Pricing

Year	Price From*	Price To*
2026	$171,000	$189,100
2025	$171,000	$189,100
2024	$170,169	$184,900
2023	$163,342	$179,500
2022	$155,298	$172,100

*excl. on-roads

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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Specs

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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

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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Dimensions

1823mm

1956mm

5209mm

The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Towing Capacity

Year	Braked Capacity from	Braked Capacity to
2026	3500Kg	3500Kg
2025	3500Kg	3500Kg
2024	3500Kg	3500Kg
2023	3500Kg	3500Kg
2022	3500Kg	3500Kg

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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-Class	Fuel Type	Combined
3.0L, 9-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4	Diesel	7.8 L/100km

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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.