

James Wong
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS review
Pros
- Peachy mild-hybrid diesel
- Massively practical cabin
- Updated tech works well
Cons
- Expensive to buy and service
- Interior doesn't scream $200k
- Not a super feelsome drive
5 Months Ago
The new Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is a Suv Upper Large Luxury offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $189,100 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $189,100 for the Base.
There is 1 variant of the GLS available in Australia and this generation went on sale in May of 2025.
The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is only available with an diesel motor that produces 270kW and 750Nm of torque. All variants feature four-wheel drive.
The new 2026 GLS is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
9-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Diesel
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4
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Retail Price
Transmission
9-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Diesel
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4
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The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.


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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,209 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,956 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,157 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,823 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,135 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,520 mm |
| Load Capacity | 743 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.


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Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the Base that starts from $189,100.
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 offered by the Base which can tow 3500 kg
See all Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class towing capacityThe largest Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the Base which measures 1956mm wide, 5209mm 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 engine.
The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is built in USA and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the Base which weighs 3385 kg (kerb weight).
The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class uses Diesel.
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