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2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS worth and specs: New diesel joins vary


Mercedes-Benz Australia has detailed its local 2024 GLS range, with a new turbo-diesel option joining the line-up but the turbo-petrol GLS 450 departing.

The 2024 model has received a mid-life update which includes updated technology and some cosmetic changes.

With these changes comes a price increase of $11,630 for the Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4Matic+ and $15,931 for the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic.

The range now opens at $184,900 before on-road costs for the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450d 4Matic – just over $14,000 higher than the previous entry point to the range – and extends to $409,900 before on-road costs for the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic.

Mercedes-Benz Australia says the 2024 GLS range will go on sale in November 2023.

The GLS 450d 4Matic offers a turbocharged 3.0-litre inline-six diesel which is paired to a 48V mild-hybrid system, and produces 270kW of power and 750Nm of torque.

Both the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic and Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4Matic+ offer a twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 with a 48-volt mild hybrid system. The Maybach produces 410kW of power and 730Nm of torque and the AMG 450kW and 850Nm.

Mercedes-Benz now offers an updated generation of the MBUX infotainment system. A MBUX Multi-Seat Entertainment system is optional, giving rear-seat occupants access to a range of infotainment and comfort features.

The GLS also gets a new steering wheel with touch controls on its spokes; AMG models get their own unique wheel design.

There are two new exterior finishes (Sodalite Blue metallic and Manufaktur Alpine Grey non-metallic) and two new upholstery colours (Bahia Brown and Catalana Beige).

Externally, the Mercedes-Benz GLS gets a revised grille which is inspired by the Mercedes-Benz G-Glass. There’s also a redesigned front bumper, with air inlets surrounded by high-gloss black trim.

A new 20-inch multi-spoke light-alloy wheel design is now standard on the GLS, alongside additional new wheel designs for the GLS 63 4Matic+ and GLS 600 4Matic.

All GLS models, regardless of badge, get subtly refreshed lighting, plus the option of Sodalite Blue metallic and Manufaktur Alpine Grey non-metallic exterior finishes.

Pricing

  • 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450d 4Matic: $184,900 (NEW)
  • 2024 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4Matic+ $299,900 (+$11,630)
  • 2024 Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic: $409,900 (+$15,931)

All prices exclude on-road costs.

Drivetrains

There is a choice of two engines across the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class range.

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450d 4Matic is powered by a 3.0-litre inline-six turbo diesel with a 48-volt mild hybrid system. It produces 270kW of power and 750Nm of torque, and can complete a 0-100km/h sprint in 6.1 seconds.

Both the Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4Matic+ and the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic are powered by a twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 petrol engine mated to a 48-volt mild hybrid system.

The GLS 63 4Matic+’s V8 produces 450kW of power and 850Nm of torque, while the GLS 600 4Matic’s V8 produces 410kW and 730Nm.

Both models have a claimed 0-100km/h time of 4.2 seconds.

Efficiency

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450d 4Matic uses a claimed 9.1 litres per 100km based on a WLTP combined cycle.

The twin-turbocharged V8 in the 2024 Mercedes-Maybach GLS 63 4Matic+ uses a claimed 13.2 litres per 100km based on a WLTP combined cycle, whereas the same engine for the 2024 Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 uses 14.1 litres per 100km based on the same cycle.

All petrol models require 98RON premium unleaded petrol and have a 90L fuel tank.

Dimensions

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450d 4Matic measures 5209mm long, 2157mm wide, 1823mm tall and has a 3135mm wheelbase.

The 2024 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4Matic+ measures 5233mm long, 2030mm wide, 1836mm tall and has a 3135mm wheelbase while the 2024 Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic measures 5205mm long, 2157mm wide, 1838mm tall and has a 3135mm wheelbase.

Servicing and Warranty

All 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS models are covered under the company’s five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.

Mercedes-Benz offers a three-year servicing plan for the GLS-Class, with servicing intervals of 12 months/25,000km for the GLS 450d and 12 months or 20,000km for V8 models.

Pricing is as follows:

Three-year plan Four-year plan Five-year plan
Mercedes-Benz GLS450d 4Matic $3620 $4920 $7225
Mercedes-AMG GLS63 4Matic+ $4155 $5355 $6195
Mercedes-Maybach GLS600 4Matic $4455 $5385 $6200

Safety

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS remains untested by ANCAP or Euro NCAP and therefore has no safety rating.

However, the GLS comes with a full suite of safety assists as standard. These include the following:

  • Autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian detection and junction assist
  • Blind-spot monitoring
  • Nine airbags (front, front-side, curtain, driver’s knee)
  • Driver attention monitoring
  • Rear cross-traffic alert
  • Lane-keep assist
  • Lane change assist
  • Lane departure warning
  • Trailer Manoeuvring Assist
  • Evasive steering assist
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop/go
  • Surround-view camera
  • Front and rear parking sensors
  • Pre-Safe system
  • Traffic Jam Assist
  • Evasive Steering Assist
  • Speed Limit Assist

Standard Equipment

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS450d 4Matic comes standard with the following features:

  • LED headlights with adaptive high-beam
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Head-up display
  • Seven seats
  • 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system
  • 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
  • Satellite navigation
  • DAB+ digital radio
  • Seven USB charging ports
  • 20-inch multi-spoke light alloy wheels in Himalayas Grey
  • Glossy brown lime wood trim
  • Keyless entry and start
  • Burmester sound system
  • MBUX infotainment software with augmented reality
  • Aluminium-look roof rails
  • Park assist
  • Multicontour seat
  • Power closing doors
  • Heated rear seats
  • Automatic climate control
  • Voice command
  • Guard 360-degree Vehicle Protection Plus
  • AMG-line exterior accents
  • Air Balance package
  • Power tailgate
  • Automatic stop/start
  • Keyless entry and start
  • Wireless charging

The GLS63 4Matic+ adds the following:

  • AMG Night Package
    • 21-inch AMG 5-twin-spoke wheels
    • Matte black roof rails
    • Windowline and belting in high-gloss black
    • Exterior mirror housing in high gloss black
    • Unique AMG front and rear apron
  • AMG Active Ride Control
  • Seat Heating Plus for driver and front passenger
  • Armrest heating for driver and front passenger
  • Rear seat cushion heating
  • Projected AMG logos
  • AMG brakes with red-painted calipers
  • AMG welcome light animation
  • AMG performance steering wheel
  • Rear limited-slip differential
  • Adaptive suspension
  • Active engine mounts
  • Tyre pressure monitoring
  • Heated and cooled front cupholders
  • Heated windscreen washers
  • AMG performance exhaust with selectable programs

The Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic adds:

  • Manufaktur Exclusive Leather package
  • Burmester 3D sound system
  • E-Active Body Control
  • MBUX rear seat entertainment system
    • Multicontour rear seats
    • Electric sunblinds
  • Heated steering wheel

Options:

The $2900 Towbar package adds the following:

  • Tow bar with ESP trailer stabilisation
  • Increased towing capacity (up to 3500kg)

The $9900 Rear Comfort package adds the following:

  • Wireless charging in the second row for mobile devices
  • MBUX rear tablet
  • Luxury head restraints
  • Wireless headset
  • MBUX High-End Rear Seat Entertainment System

This package is only available on the GLS450d 4Matic and GLS63 4Matic+

The $14,500 First Class Rear Individual Seat package adds the following:

  • First-class rear compartment
  • Folding tables in the second row
  • Refrigerated compartment
  • Holder for champagne flutes
  • Champagne flutes

This package is only available on the Maybach GLS 600.

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