The upcoming 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS is a luxurious SUV that comes with seating for seven. There are V6 and V8 engine choices, the fuel economy is acceptable and tow rating is great. The list of standard equipment is long and the interior is comfortable and practical. The exterior design is very modern and nice-looking.
The 2019 model will not see significant improvements and there is no need for that. Main competitors are GMC Acadia, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cadillac Escalade, BMW X5, Audi Q7 and Lexus LX 570.
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS front bumper is more aggressive
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS comes with a classic Mercedes’ styling. Just when you look at it, you know it’s a Mercedes. The design is upscale and very modern. It adds the upright lines and some squared-off features. The previous generation came with the somewhat sharper look. However, the new model looks much cleaner and soften, especially the front part.
The bumper on the new model is more aggressive and the air intakes are larger. The front grille is refined and the headlights come with the LED strips and all-new clusters. Additionally, the GLS models come with plenty of exterior packages such as Sport or Night package. The Sport package adds more muscles to the front and rear parts, 21-inch wheels, and body-colored amenities. Night package will get the black-paint parts such as window trims and mirror caps.
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS Interior changes
Luxury vehicle means luxury features and very pleasing comfort. All seven seats will have ample legroom across the three rows. Cargo space is perhaps not the best but it is still average. Folding seats flat will increase the cargo area to the more than acceptable level. As we mention, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS will come with no significant improvements as the last year’s model got all of the important upgrades.
So the luxury is still on the same level, three-spoke steering wheel looks perfect and there is a large infotainment screen that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. There is also a wide range of available color schemes and you can opt for the premium Designo selections as well. Generally, it is the same interior as before, there is no need for any major changes at the moment.
Standard and optional equipment
The standard package in the new model will bring many great things. The buyers will get a power driver’s seat with memory, dual-zone climate control, power tailgate, remote start, power-folding mirrors, cruise control, audio surround system with Bluetooth audio streaming.
However, if one goes for the optional package Driver Assistance it will get active cruise control, lane keeping, blind spot alert, brake assist and Pre-Safe anti-collision system. The premium package comes with great navigation, push-button ignition, illuminated door sills and more. The last one package called the Active Curve System adds curve-system stability control and adaptive shocks.
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS engine and fuel rating
Everything about the upcoming 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS looks and sounds perfect. However, his main strength is powerful drivetrain options. There is two of them, a V6 and V8 variants.
The 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 is standard on the GLS 450 model. It can produce up to 362 HP and 369 lb-ft of torque. Fuel economy is rated at 17 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway.
Mercedes-Benz GLS 550
The 4.7-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine comes with the GLS 550 models and it generates up to 449 HP. Moreover, the torque rating is set at 516 lb-ft. Both engines are offering an all-wheel-drive configuration as standard, along with the 9-speed automatic transmission. The V8 drivetrain comes with lower fuel economy, 14/19 mpg to be exact.
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS price and release date
The Mercedes’ newest SUV will cost around $71,000. The GLS 550 model with the V8 engine could cost slightly over $95,000. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS is likely to arrive later this year.
