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    Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

    The new Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is a large SUV available in New Zealand from $196,700 (MLRP, excl. on-roads).

    There is 1 variant of the GLS available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-2023.

    The new GLS is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.

    The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is only available with a hybrid motor that produces 270kW and 750Nm of torque. All variants feature 4x4.

    Retail Price
    $180,700 - $196,700
    Transmission
    9-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Mhev
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    Retail Price
    $180,700 - $196,700
    Transmission
    9-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Mhev

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    Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

    Available Variants

    The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Edition 7 and the most expensive being Base.

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    Power to Weight
    102.2 kW/t
    84.39 kW/t
    255.68 kW/t
    Boot Space
    355 litres
    174 litres
    1,109 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    7.8 L/100km
    7.8 L/100km
    13.7 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    1,154 km
    657 km
    1,154 km
    Warranty (Years)
    5 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    150,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 - 3 years
    2 years
    4 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    3,385 kg
    2,980 kg
    3,395 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    3,500 kg
    2,250 kg
    3,500 kg
    Approach Angle
    21°
    21°
    24°
    Departure Angle
    20°
    20°
    21.7°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    200 mm
    160 mm
    205 mm
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    Edition 7

    2025

    $180,700

    Base

    2026

    $196,700

    Year
    2026
    2025
    Engine Type
    3.0L Mhev
    Fuel
    Diesel
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    270 kW

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    Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

    Dimensions

    5,209 mm
    1,956 mm
    inc mirror: 2,157 mm
    1,823 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length5,209 mm
    Overall Width1,956 mm
    Overall Width (Inc Mirror)2,157 mm
    Overall Height1,823 mm
    Wheelbase3,135 mm
    Turning Circle12,520 mm
    Load Capacity743 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the base variant that starts from $196,700.

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    The most expensive Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the base variant that starts from $196,700.

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    The best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is offered by the base variant which can tow 3500 kg.

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    The largest Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the base variant which measures 1956mm wide, 5209mm in length and sits 1823mm tall.

    The most powerful Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the base variant which has 270kW of power and 750nm of torque.

    The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is built in USA and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 3385 kg.

    The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class uses Diesel fuel.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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