2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS series, comprising the Mercedes-Benz GLS, the opulent Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC, and the performance-centric Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+, marks a significant step forward in the luxury three-row SUV segment. Following the facelifts of the GLE and GLE Coupé, these updated models feature a blend of sophisticated design, cutting-edge technology, and enhanced equipment, elevating the large SUV experience in terms of comfort, connectivity, and ambiance.
What’s new on the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS?
Exterior
The 2024 GLS models showcase a bold exterior with a more striking radiator grille and Silver Shadow galvanized louvres. The redesigned front bumper incorporates integrated air inlet grilles and a high-gloss black surround, complementing the large simulated underguard. At the rear, the light design with three horizontal blocks adds a distinctive touch. The Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC further enhances its luxury appeal with vertical chrome bars on the grille, "Maybach" lettering, and a new 23-inch forged wheel option, showcasing its unique position in the lineup.
In terms of color choices, the range is expanded with new finishes like sodalite blue metallic and MANUFAKTUR alpine grey non-metallic, allowing for greater personalization. The Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+ distinguishes itself with a newly designed LED rear light signature and the addition of the AMG emblem on the front, underlining its sporty character. The red brake callipers and a selection of 22- to 23-inch wheels, including forged options, emphasize its dynamic stance.
Interior
Internally, the GLS series introduces luxurious new leather colors - Macara beige and Bahia brown - and revised interior trims such as Brown Linden Glossy Wood. The Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC boasts unique seat cover designs with high-quality diamond-pattern quilting, offering exclusive color combinations like MANUFAKTUR crystal white/silver grey pearl. In contrast, the Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+ features AMG seats upholstered in Exclusive nappa leather, available in new color schemes like bahia brown/black, demonstrating its commitment to high-end luxury.
The interior ambiance is further enhanced with ambient lighting and animated projections, particularly in the Mercedes-Maybach GLS, which includes a Maybach pattern projection as a standard feature. The overall cabin experience is elevated by thoughtful details like the touch controls on the latest steering wheel generation, two USB ports with 100 W output, and ENERGIZING AIR CONTROL, ensuring a blend of sophistication and functionality across all models.
Technology
MBUX Infotainment
The 2024 GLS series introduces an updated generation of the MBUX infotainment system, offering new display styles (classic, sporty, discreet) and modes (Navigation, Assistance, Service). The system allows for extensive personalization with seven color schemes in conjunction with ambient lighting, creating an immersive interior experience. The central display, now a touchscreen, provides intuitive access to various functionalities, ensuring both convenience and connectivity. The "Off-Road Mode" in the MBUX system transforms the driving experience with visual presentations of gradient, lateral inclination, compass, and steering angle, adding a new dimension to the SUV's capabilities.
Enhanced Features
For those who tow, features like Trailer Manoeuvring Assist and the updated Trailer menu in the central display make the task more manageable. The 360-degree camera's "transparent engine hood" function is particularly innovative, offering a virtual view under the front of the vehicle to identify obstacles on the route. Additionally, all models are equipped with all-wheel drive and a gear ratio designed for high trailer loads, emphasizing the GLS's versatility and utility.
New Versions
The latest iterations in the 2024 GLS series represent significant upgrades to the existing lineup. Introducing new exterior color choices, including the striking sodalite blue metallic and the elegant MANUFAKTUR alpine grey non-metallic, these updates significantly enhance the visual appeal of the models. In addition to these aesthetic improvements, the series now features a range of new standard equipment and options, keeping each model in the GLS lineup at the forefront of luxury SUV design and technological innovation. These additions and advancements reinforce the GLS series' status as a standard-bearer in the luxury SUV market, showcasing an impressive combination of style, performance, and tech-savvy sophistication.
Performance
The engine lineup for the 2024 GLS series is diverse, catering to different driving preferences. The Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC is powered by a 3.0-litre inline-six cylinder turbocharged engine producing 375 hp, while the GLS 580 4MATIC features a more potent 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine delivering 510 hp. Both models offer impressive torque and are equipped with an additional boost function through a new mild hybrid system, providing a balance of power and efficiency. The Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC, powered by the same twin-turbo V8, reaches 550 hp, demonstrating its superior performance credentials. Towing capacity reaches 3,500 kg in the new GLS, or 7,700 pounds.
The Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+ takes performance to the next level with a 4.0-litre V8 biturbo engine electrified with a 48-volt auxiliary on-board electrical system, delivering a staggering 603 hp plus an additional 21 hp from the integrated starter alternator (ISG). This powerhouse ensures explosive power delivery, with twin-scroll turbochargers for improved response and a cylinder shutoff system for enhanced efficiency. The AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive and AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G transmission contribute to its exhilarating driving dynamics.
Frequently Asked Questions about the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS
When will the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS go on sale?
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS is currently on sale.
How much will the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS cost?
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS starts at $116,100 while the impressive GLS 580 trim starts at $140,500. The ultra-powerful 2024 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 S starts at $188,800 while the exclusive and premium Mercedes-Maybach GLS SUV starts at $230,300.
