Next-generation Mercedes GLS caught testing

Tarmac.terrorist · 13th January 2018, 02:06

Mercedes was spotted winter testing its next generation three-row GLS SUV. Although the boxy silhouette may not look stylish, it’s a sure-shot sign of the cabin being accommodating (especially at the rear).
Mercedes’ new MHA platform will underpin the upcoming GLS. It will allow the new application to shed weight, offer intelligent packaging with more room at the third row, and also be able to accommodate hybrid powertrains. Reports state that the brand’s in-line six cylinder motors are expected be standard, and it will also see the inclusion of Mercedes-AMG’s V8 motors for the performance-hungry.
Sources add that Mercedes could also go the S-Class way, by offering ‘Maybach’ treatment on the new GLS. This is essential if it intends to compete with the likes of the Range Rover SV Autobiography and the Bentley Bentayga. Given that these spy shots depict the GLS prototype wearing heavy cladding, we expect the reveal to be still some time away, probably by mid-2019.

TSIboy · 18th April 2019, 03:45

The next-gen GLS was unveiled at the NYIAS 2019. As expected, the interiors get the much needed update similar to all new MB cars.

ajmat · 18th April 2019, 06:55

I like it, it is so much less in your face compared to the X7

voldemort · 24th April 2019, 19:54

Perhaps the looks will grow on me over time, but for now I'm definitely not a fan of its looks. Interiors look smashing though.

The design reminds me of the Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban. In fact, I wonder if this was developed specifically with the U.S. market in mind.

13th January 2018, 02:06	#1
Tarmac.terrorist BHPian Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: New Delhi Posts: 173 Thanked: 436 Times	Next-generation Mercedes GLS caught testing Mercedes was spotted winter testing its next generation three-row GLS SUV. Although the boxy silhouette may not look stylish, it’s a sure-shot sign of the cabin being accommodating (especially at the rear). Mercedes’ new MHA platform will underpin the upcoming GLS. It will allow the new application to shed weight, offer intelligent packaging with more room at the third row, and also be able to accommodate hybrid powertrains. Reports state that the brand’s in-line six cylinder motors are expected be standard, and it will also see the inclusion of Mercedes-AMG’s V8 motors for the performance-hungry. Sources add that Mercedes could also go the S-Class way, by offering ‘Maybach’ treatment on the new GLS. This is essential if it intends to compete with the likes of the Range Rover SV Autobiography and the Bentley Bentayga. Given that these spy shots depict the GLS prototype wearing heavy cladding, we expect the reveal to be still some time away, probably by mid-2019. Attached Thumbnails
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TSIboy BHPian Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Kochi Posts: 255 Thanked: 1,336 Times	Re: Next-generation Mercedes GLS caught testing The next-gen GLS was unveiled at the NYIAS 2019. As expected, the interiors get the much needed update similar to all new MB cars. Attached Thumbnails
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ajmat Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bangalore Posts: 14,994 Thanked: 29,271 Times View My Garage	Re: Next-generation Mercedes GLS caught testing I like it, it is so much less in your face compared to the X7
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voldemort BHPian Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Kochi Posts: 213 Thanked: 633 Times	Re: Next-generation Mercedes GLS caught testing Perhaps the looks will grow on me over time, but for now I'm definitely not a fan of its looks. Interiors look smashing though. The design reminds me of the Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban. In fact, I wonder if this was developed specifically with the U.S. market in mind.
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