The Mercedes-Benz GLS is definitely one of the most luxurious, spacious and capacious Mercedes-Benz SUV. The GLS is the S-Class of the Mercedes-Benz’s SUV range, the epitome of everything the German premium brand can offer in terms of luxury, tech and desirability in it’s biggest format.
This large three-row SUV has room for the whole family and pampers everyone in its cabin. The GLS comes with two options: a 362-hp in-line six or a 483-hp twin-turbo V8, both which benefit from a hybrid assistance system.
Drive and Engine Configuration
The GLS450 features a turbocharged 3.0-litre inline six engine which produces 362 horsepower and 369 lb-ft torque. In addition to that, it gets to enjoy an EQ Boost from an integrated generator that can add another 21 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque on top of that. This can get you from 0-60 in just 5.3 seconds. The transmission features a 9-speed automatic and 4Matic all-wheel drive comes as standard. For the engine size, the fuel efficiency is incredible. You get to enjoy an estimated 8.0 km/l within the city and an estimated 11 km/l on the highway.
If that isn’t fast for you, there’s still the GLS580, which features a smooth V8 engine. It is much more powerful, making an impressive 483 horsepower and 513lb-ft of torque from it’s twin-turbocharged V8 engine. The 9-speed automatic and 4Matic all-wheel drive is also seen in this model. In terms of fuel efficiency, you get an estimated 7km/l. The best you can get is about 9km/l. However, for the power you get to enjoy, it’s unavoidable. She just has to be thirsty.
Interior & Tech
The modern interior borrows the layout from the 2021 GLE SUV. The 2021 GLS is more modern compared to it’s predecessor. Two huge 12.3 inch beautiful digital displays take up majority of the dashboard. One handles infotainment duties and runs the newer Mercedes-Benz’s MBUX software. The latter serves as a reconfigurable gauge display for the driver.
The new MBUX software features an iPhone-like virtual assistant , Apple Carplay and Android Auto Capability. In-dash navigation (can be configured to work on Kenyan roads) and on-board Wi-Fi hotpsot are all standard. For your audio needs, you get to enjoy the 13-speaker Burmester Sorround Stereo. There’s also an extra-package insane Burmester 3D audio system, with an incredible 26-speaker arrangement.
The car comfortably fits seven passengers. The passenger space is relatively spacious on all the three rows.
Safety:
The SUV offers several driver assistance features such as the
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Active Park Assist
- Automated Emergency Braking
- Automatic High-beams
- Blind-spot monitor
- Driver attention monitor
- Forward Collision Warning
- Lane-departure warning
- Lane-keeping assist
- Night vision
- Parking Sensors
- Pedestrian protection
- Semi-Autonomous Driving Mode
- Traffic-Sign Recognition
With all those safety features, you’d be guaranteed of a significant decrease in chances of you being involved in an accident. If it were up-to me I’d make insurance payments optional on such units. Nevertheless, as a driver it is your sworn duty to keep other road users safe as well as yourself.
Pricing:
Such a unit would cost you upwards of only KES 28,000,000. With such a price tag, it would be paramount for one to do a lot of due diligence and get a trusted dealership to source a unit for them. We would be more than happy to be of service to you and make your car ownership journey smooth and seamless. You can contact us on +254 705 798117 and we would be glad to be of assistance to you.
