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Compare the Mercedes-Benz GLS

Expensive and big inside, with classic Mercedes luxury
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7/10

'From' prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

Standard kit

  • Android Auto
    Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
  • Apple CarPlay
    Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
  • Climate control
    Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
  • Cruise control
    Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
  • Heated seats
    Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
  • Leather seats
    Leather (or leather-look) seat upholstery instead of cloth.
  • Navigation
    Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
  • Parking Camera
    A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
  • Touchscreen infotainment
    A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.

Key information

Body type SUVs
Available fuel types Diesel
Number of seats 7
Boot space, seats up 355 litres (2 suitcases)
Boot space, seats down 2,420 litres
External dimensions (L x W x H) 5,233 mm x 2,030 mm x ?? mm
Towing capacity 3,500 kg
First year tax rate £3,420
Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
34.9 mpg
Drive type Four wheel drive
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Drivetrain & power

Engine name GLS 450d 4Matic 9G-Tronic
Engine size 3.0 L Diesel • 367 BHP
Body type SUVs
Fuel type Diesel
Transmission Automatic
Drive type Four wheel drive
Forward gears 9
Acceleration 5.7 s (0-60 mph)

Dimensions & space

Number of seats 7
Number of doors 5
Boot (seats up) 355 litres
Boot (seats down) 2,420 litres
Length 5,233 mm
Width 2,030 mm
Wheelbase 3.14 m
Turning circle 12.5 m

Full features list

  • 22" AMG multi spoke light alloy wheels painted in high gloss black with a high sheen finish
  • Burmester high end 3D surround sound system
  • E-Active body control - Active electro-hydraulic suspe, Modes (Comfort,Curve,Sport,Eco), intelligent damper control, PRE-SAFE impulse side, underguard
  • Leather - Beech brown/black
  • Leather - Black
  • Leather - Macchiato beige/black
  • MBUX High-end rear seat entertainment system
  • Macchiato beige roof lining
  • Manufaktur magno paint
  • Manufaktur metallic paint
  • Manufaktur solid paint
  • Omission of privacy glass
  • Open pore walnut brown wood trim with fishbone pattern
  • Solid paint
  • Special manufaktur metallic paint
  • Trailer coupling with ESP trailer stabilisation, electronically extending and retracting tow bar, and increased towing capacity
  • 3 rear 3 point seatbelts
  • Active bonnet
  • Adaptive brake system with HOLD function and brake drying in the wet
  • Anti-lock brake system
  • Automatic front passenger airbag deactivation
  • Brake calipers with Mercedes-Benz lettering
  • Centre airbag
  • Driver/Front Passenger airbags
  • Drivers knee airbag
  • ESP with Curve Dynamic Assist and Crosswind Assist
  • Electric parking brake
  • Electronic four wheel traction control
  • ISOFIX child seat attachment points with top tether in rear (two outer seats)
  • Manual rear child locks
  • Rear seatbelt status indicator in the instrument display
  • Tyre pressure monitor
  • 2 seat bench in 3rd row
  • 3 seat bench in 2nd row
  • 3 spoke multifunction flat bottom sports steering wheel in nappa leather with gearshift paddles in galvanised silver
  • 3rd row access facility - folds flat 2nd row seating via button control
  • 4 way lumbar support
  • 6 fast charging USB-C ports for your mobile devices, 2 in the front oddments tray, 2 under the centre armrest, 2 in the rear centre console
  • 6x Load securing rings in stowage
  • AMG brushed stainless steel sports pedals with rubber studs
  • AMG floor mats with AMG lettering
  • Ambient Lighting - with 64 colours, 10 colour themes and directly illuminated light lines
  • Auto Mercedes-Benz child seat recognition sensor
  • Beltlines on doors in Artico man made leather
  • Comfort front headrests
  • Double sun blinds
  • ENERGIZING air control
  • Easy-pack removable load compartment cover
  • Electric height/reach adjustable steering column
  • Electrically adjustable 2nd row seats
  • Electrically adjustable 3rd row seats
  • Folding rear centre armrests
  • Glovebox lighting
  • Heated front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Leather upholstery
  • Memory function for front seats, steering column, mirrors and head up display with 3 memory positions
  • Reading lights in the overhead control panel and rear grab handles
  • Rear head restraints
  • Roof liner in black fabric
  • Single front passenger seat
  • Steering wheel with touch-control and rocker/roller buttons for audio/onboard settings
  • Storage compartment in front centre armrest
  • Stowage compartment lighting
  • THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control with 4 climate zones, activated charcoal fine particle filter, defroster system and residual heat utilisation
  • AMG Line bodystyling including AMG front apron with sporty air intakes and striking AMG rear apron with diffuser-look inserts
  • Adaptive brake lights
  • Aluminium look Illuminated running boards with rubber studs
  • Aluminium roof rails
  • Digital light matrix headlights incl. signature Mercedes-Benz star DRL with adaptive highbeam assist plus and preinstallation for projection functions
  • Electric front and rear windows
  • Electrically folding mirrors and automatically dimming exterior driver's mirror and rear view mirror
  • Heat insulating dark tinted privacy glass
  • Heated rear window
  • Illuminated Mercedes Star
  • Illuminated radiator grille
  • LED tail lights
  • LED third brake light
  • Magic vision control with adaptive heated windscreen wiper system
  • Metallic paint
  • Panoramic sliding sunroof
  • Rain sensor windscreen wipers
  • Rear side wing doors
  • Rear wiper
  • Surround lighting with logo projection
  • Transparent Bonnet
  • Anti theft alarm system with immobiliser and interior protection and preinstallation for collision detection
  • Dashcam
  • Guard 360 degree vehicle protection plus - Emergency key deactivation, stolen vehicle help and collision detection with camera images
  • Remote central locking
  • 5G Communications module
  • Bluetooth interface
  • DYNAMIC SELECT with a choice of driving modes (ECO, Comfort, Sport and Individual)
  • Direct steering
  • Driver attention assist
  • Driver's fluorescent jacket
  • ECO start/stop function
  • Easy-pack tailgate - Powered opening/closing automatically
  • Emergency call service
  • MB.drive parking assist 360 with parking assist, Reverse manoeuvring function, Rim protection warning and 360 Camera
  • MBUX Live traffic information
  • MBUX Navigation system
  • MBUX superscreen - 12.3 Drivers display, Central media display and front passenger display under one seamless glass panel
  • Privacy function for front passenger display
  • Remote boot release
  • Remote services
  • SPEEDTRONIC cruise control with variable speed limiter
  • Service indicator (Active Service System)
  • Wireless charging and smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • 48V Mild hybrid technology
  • 4MATIC four wheel drive - variable all wheel drive system designed for all weather traction
  • 9G TRONIC 9 speed automatic transmission
  • Airmatic air suspension with intelligent damping system
  • Diesel particulate filter
  • EQ Boost starter alternator
  • Burmester 3D surround sound system
  • DAB Digital radio
  • MBUX Entertainment
  • Anthracite open pore oak wood trim
  • Dashboard upper and lower section in artico man-made leather
  • Stylish trim elements on the front seat backrests and map pockets
  • 22" AMG multi spoke alloy wheels painted in tantalite grey with a high sheen finish
  • Noise optimised tyres with foam absorber
  • Summer tyres
  • TIREFIT with tyre inflation compressor
  • KEYLESS-GO Convenience package - GLS
  • MB. DRIVE Driving assistance package - GLS

'From' prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.