2019-present GLS OverviewMercedes GLS Overview (2019 - present)
X167
Tech Specs Summary
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- 141 - 174 mph
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- 4.2 - 7.0 seconds
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- 282 - 604 BHP
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- 20.3 - 35.8 mpg
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- 2,450 - 2,785 kg
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- 355 - 2,400 L
This generation of the Mercedes GLS (X167) is produced by the German manufacturer Mercedes and started production in 2019. It's a front engined all-wheel drive SUV. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 282 BHP 2.9 L Inline 6 Turbo mild hybrid diesel engine all the way to a 604 BHP 4 L V8 Bi-Turbo mild hybrid petrol engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the GLS is the Mercedes AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+ which scores 2.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 603 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 242 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.2 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mercedes GLS 400 d 4MATIC is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 708 miles and can store 470-2,400 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 750 kg and a braked towing capacity of 3,500 kg.