2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class
The new Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is a Suv Upper Large Luxury offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $144,600 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $189,100 for the Base.
There are 2 variants of the GLS available in Australia and this generation went on sale in May of 2025.
Engine options include 3.0L turbo (270kW/750Nm), 3.0L turbo diesel common rail (270kW/750Nm), 2.9L turbo diesel common rail (243kW/700Nm) and 3.0L turbo petrol direct injection (270kW/500Nm). All variants feature 9-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature four-wheel drive.
The new 2026 GLS is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,213 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,956 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,823 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,135 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the Base that starts from $144,600.
See all Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class PricingThe most expensive Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the Base that starts from $189,100.
See all Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is 3500 kg offered by the following variants: Base and Edition 7.
See all Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class towing capacityThe largest Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the Base which measures 1956mm wide, 5213mm in length and sits 1823mm tall.
The most powerful Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the Base which has 270kW of power from its 3.0L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is built in USA and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the Edition 7 which weighs 3385 kg (kerb weight).
The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.
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