2016 Mercedes-Benz GLS first view

A revised nomenclature has seen the Mercedes-Benz GL renamed GLS. To go with that new designation, the huge seven-seat SUV – which measures 5,130 mm (16’ 10”) long – has also been given a facelift.

The visual changes follow a predictable recipe. Restyled elements include the bonnet and grille, as well as the bumpers and light clusters. A sportier appearance can be achieved by opting for the AMG Line package, as it adds a body kit plus a 21” wheel upgrade.

Inside, the instruments and centre console have been modified, while the dashboard is dominated by a touchpad-controlled 8” media display.

The GLS range comprises four variants:

Mercedes-Benz GLS 350 d 4Matic
Price in the UK (on the road)	AMG Line: £69,100
Price in the UK (on the road)	Designo Line: £78,095
Price in Germany (excluding VAT)	€62,850
Engine	3.0 litre V6 turbo diesel
Output	254 bhp (190 kW / 258 PS)
Transmission	Nine-speed 9G-Tronic automatic; all-wheel drive

Mercedes-Benz GLS 400 4Matic
Price in the UK (on the road)	N/A
Price in Germany (excluding VAT)	€64,425
Engine	3.0 litre V6 biturbo petrol
Output	328 bhp (245 kW / 333 PS)
Transmission	Nine-speed 9G-Tronic automatic; all-wheel drive

Mercedes-Benz GLS 500 4Matic
Price in the UK (on the road)	N/A
Price in Germany (excluding VAT)	€81,600
Engine	4.7 litre V8 biturbo petrol
Output	449 bhp (335 kW / 455 PS)
Transmission	Nine-speed 9G-Tronic automatic; all-wheel drive

Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4Matic
Price in the UK (on the road)	£102,330
Price in Germany (excluding VAT)	€113,500
Engine	5.5 litre V8 biturbo petrol
Output	576 bhp (430 kW / 585 PS)
Transmission	Seven-speed AMG Speedshift Plus 7G-Tronic automatic; rear-biased AMG Performance all-wheel drive

Deliveries are due to begin across Europe during March 2016. As with the GL, only the diesel and AMG versions will be offered in the UK.

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