Mercedes-Benz GLS

Often referred to as the S Class of SUVs, the Mercedes Benz GLS is the German marque’s flagship full size SUV. Capable of seating up to 7 occupants across three rows of seats, the Mercedes GLS rivals the Audi Q7, BMW X7, Land Rover Discover, Lexus LX and Volvo XC90. The on road price of the Mercedes Benz GLS starts at around ₹1.58 crore, depending on your city or region.

With its formidable road presence and a large three pointed star on the grille, the Mercedes Benz GLS is hard to miss on our roads. Built to cater to the rich and influential, this luxury SUV can tackle some rough roads, too, if it really needs to. Combining space with ample comfort and modern tech, the Mercedes GLS offers a pretty solid package in its class.

Key Highlights of Mercedes Benz GLS

• The Mercedes GLS is over 5.2 metres long and weighs about 2.6 tonnes.
• Mercedes GLS design amalgamates bold stance with subtle elegance and mild sportiness.
• GLS has a massive grille with a huge Mercedes Benz logo, multibeam LED headlights and sporty bumpers.
• Mercedes Benz GLS gets 21 inch AMG wheels, flared fenders, suave LED taillights, roof rails and faux tailpipes.
• Previous gen but upmarket interior of Mercedes GLS has plenty of space with dual digital displays and high quality leather, wood inlays and chrome detailing.
• Mercedes GLS interior offers 7 seats but best suited for 6 occupants.
• Mercedes Benz GLS boot capacity is 355 litres.
• Mercedes GLS gets soft closing doors, MBUX rear seat entertainment system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, acoustic glass, ‘chauffeur’ mode for rear seat, and Burmester premium audio.
• Mercedes GLS features also include panoramic sunroof, multizone climate control with ioniser and air freshener, ambient lighting, plus temperature controlled front seats with memory.
• Mercedes Benz GLS safety features include multiple airbags, 360 degree camera, blind spot alert, adaptive headlights, adaptive cruise control, collision alert and emergency braking.
• Mercedes Benz GLS gets adaptive air suspension and 6 cyls, Turbocharged and V8, Twin-Turbocharged engine options.

Mercedes-Benz GLS design and interior

The Mercedes-Benz GLS is undoubtedly huge and imposing, which goes a long way in making it stand apart from other Mercedes SUVs. Apart from the oversized grille and 21-inch AMG alloy wheels, the GLS features 500mm water-fording depth and underbody protection. There are also illuminated side boards, faux exhaust tips finished in chrome, plus front and rear skid plates.

The well-appointed and comfy interior of the Mercedes GLS is upholstered in premium leather, along with elegant wood inlays and chrome inserts. The classy-looking steering wheel is wrapped in Nappa leather, whilst the soft-close doors and acoustic glass add to the sophistication and make for a quiet cabin. The ‘chauffeur’ mode pushes the front-passenger seat all the way forward, liberating acres of space at the back. At the same time, the MBUX rear-seat entertainment system and a 13-speaker Burmester audio make covering long distances feel pleasant for the chauffeur-driven. There is also adaptive air suspension, memory seats with cooling and heating functions, and a ‘transparent bonnet’ view that uses a camera to display what is underneath the bonnet.