2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS Quick Reference Guide

Models & MSRP

  • GLS450 4MATIC – $68,700
  • GLS550 4MATIC – $93,850
  • Mercedes-AMG GLS63 – $124,100

*Above prices exclude $925 delivery & destination charge.

Model Year Changes

  • Standard DYNAMIC SELECT transmission modes
  • Standard AIRMATIC air suspension system
  • 9G-TRONIC 9-Speed automatic transmission (except for GLS63)
  • New LED taillamps
  • New exterior design
  • Redesigned interior with new designo upholstery options
  • Newly designed instrument panel and center console
  • 3-spoke multifunction steering wheel
  • Two special designo paint colors
  • Two new exterior paint colors
  • Comprehensive range of new light-alloy wheels

Standard Feature Highlights

  • Seating for seven passengers
  • Active Brake Assist
  • Crosswind Assist
  • ATTENTION ASSIST®
  • PRE-SAFE®
  • mbrace® with five years complimentary service
  • Brake Assist (BAS®)
  • Power folding 3rd row seats
  • Remote Start
  • Rearview camera
  • Power liftgate
  • Power folding mirrors with Mercedes-Benz logo projector

Optional Feature Highlights

  • Active Brake Assist with Cross-Traffic Function
  • Driver Assistance Package
    • Distance Pilot DISTRONIC® and Steering Pilot
    • Active Blind Spot Assist
    • Active Lane Keeping Assist
    • Collision monitoring system (CMS)
  • Active LED Headlamps
  • MAGIC VISION CONTROL®
  • ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM
  • New Night package
  • Panoramic roof
  • Ambient lighting
  • New 8-in. media display screen and touchpad with Apple CarplayTM
  • Android Auto (depending on production date)
  • Heated and ventilated multicontour front seats with massage function (std. GLS550 and GLS63)
  • Off-Road Engineering package

Model Positioning

  • The GLS, the S-Class among SUVs, combines luxury with impressive levels of comfort, agile dynamics and extensive safety systems.

At a Glance

 

GLS450 4MATIC

GLS550 4MATIC

AMG GLS63

MSRP

$68,700

$93,850

$124,100

Length (in)

202

203.2

Width (in)

76.1

78.0

78.0

Height (in)

72.8

Wheelbase (in)

121.1

Curb Weight (lbs)

5,335

5,578

n/a

Fuel Economy (city/hwy/comb)

17 / 22 / 19

14  / 18 / 16

13 / 17 / 14

Engine

3.0L V6 biturbo

4.7L V8 biturbo

Handcrafted AMG 5.5L V8 biturbo

Displacement

2,996 cc

4,663 cc

5,461 cc

Drive Config.

4MATIC

4MATIC

AMG Performance 4MATIC

Performance

362 hp @ 5,250 – 6,000
369 @ 1,800 – 4,500

449 hp @ 5,250
516 lb-ft @ 1,800 – 3,500

577 hp @ 5,500
561 lb-ft @ 1,750 – 5,250

Transmission

9G-TRONIC
9-speed automatic

9G-TRONIC
9-speed automatic

AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC

0-60 mph (sec)

6.5

5.2

4.5

Top speed (mph)

130 (electronically limited)

130 (electronically limited)

168 (electronically limited)

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