2020 GLS X167 News
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EU does not get GLS450
Only the 580 and 2 diesels, 350d / 400d.
This is really ****ty news for us.
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Bunch of photos available here: https://www.carscoops.com/2019/04/20...#lg=1&slide=14
I'm not sure I'm liking this design
Kind of reminds me of a honda odyssey minivan.
I'm not sure I'm liking this design
Kind of reminds me of a honda odyssey minivan.
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2024 GLS 580. Formerly 2015 GL 550, 2003 S430.
For the most part, it looks excellent!
But I don't like that the instrument panel is a 3 feet long iPad that appears to be just glued on in front of the driver; it looks like an afterthought and not well integrated at all. I thought the whole iPad thing was in the past.
But I don't like that the instrument panel is a 3 feet long iPad that appears to be just glued on in front of the driver; it looks like an afterthought and not well integrated at all. I thought the whole iPad thing was in the past.
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2018 S63 Sedan, 2018 GLS 63
I had the s class and loved the screens. I miss it like crazy to be honest, however they were more “ into the dash”. It had leather around the top of the screen and was nicely done. I’m worried that the screen looks like it’s just there, with that weird vent looking thing to the side.
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Bunch of photos available here: https://www.carscoops.com/2019/04/20...#lg=1&slide=14
I'm not sure I'm liking this design
Kind of reminds me of a honda odyssey minivan.
I'm not sure I'm liking this design
Kind of reminds me of a honda odyssey minivan.
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2020 X7 xDrive40i, 2016 X3 sDrive28i
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2018 S63 Sedan, 2018 GLS 63
So I think it’s a nice suv. The lines are clean, updated interior and the rear executive plus package will be a nice option. From pictures I think it took a little to much from the GLE, but hoping they added more luxury. Going to check it out in person hopefully soon. Can’t wait for the details about the 63
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Diesel is dead in EU so this is an incredible dum decision.
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2020 S 560 4 Matic
It looks like the mid row seats have a fixed headrest w/o the ability to fold them down out of the way for visibility, unlike my X166. (or the X7)
I personally don't see much of an elevated luxury component over the GLE, maybe there will be a significant difference in how it feels on the road like the current X166 compared to the W166.
Pretty good review by Thomas of Autogefuel..
I personally don't see much of an elevated luxury component over the GLE, maybe there will be a significant difference in how it feels on the road like the current X166 compared to the W166.
Pretty good review by Thomas of Autogefuel..
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No more MB:(
Overall a pretty predictable release. Certainly not overwhelming, nothing to make this line more exclusive or to reflect the price point considering you will end up over 100k fast with the V8 model. For the most part all MB SUV's look the same anymore. As long as they keep those tacky tablets I am not able to warm up to the newer models. Still cant figure out why they do this. Why not integrate the screens for a higher end finish?
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GLS vs. GLE
It looks like the mid row seats have a fixed headrest w/o the ability to fold them down out of the way for visibility, unlike my X166. (or the X7)
I personally don't see much of an elevated luxury component over the GLE, maybe there will be a significant difference in how it feels on the road like the current X166 compared to the W166.
I personally don't see much of an elevated luxury component over the GLE, maybe there will be a significant difference in how it feels on the road like the current X166 compared to the W166.
Carwash function: ready for cleaning
One new, standard feature is the Carwash function - which comes in very handy, especially for a large vehicle like the GLS. When this function is selected, the suspension moves to the highest position, which reduces the track widths due to the axle geometry. This makes it easier to drive into a carwash as well as remove any dirt remaining in the wheel arches from the last off-road trip. The Carwash function also:
- Folds in the exterior mirrors.
- Closes the side windows and the sliding sunroof.
- Suppresses the rain sensor information so that the windscreen wipers remain switched off in the carwash.
- Switches the climate control to air-recirculation mode and , after eight seconds, activates the 360° camera's front image to assist the driver when driving into the carwash
- Deactivates these settings automatically when the driver drives out of the carwash and accelerates to a speed above 20 km/h.
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GLS 580 powertrain
Here's a description of the powertrain:
"Shortly after the model series launch, the introduction of the GLS 580 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption: 10.0-9.8 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 229-224 g/km) will mark the world premiere of a new, electrified V8 petrol engine with 48-volt on-board electrical system and integrated starter-generator. It has an output of 360 kW (489 hp) and 700 Nm of torque, with a further 250 Nm of torque and 16 kW/22 hp available via EQ Boost over short periods. The integrated starter-generator (ISG) is responsible for hybrid functions such as EQ Boost or energy recuperation, while allowing fuel savings that were previously reserved for high-voltage hybrid technology.
ISG eliminates the need for a belt drive for ancillary components at the front of the engine, which reduces its overall length. The slim design of the in-line engine, together with the physical separation of intake/exhaust, creates space for close-coupled exhaust aftertreatment. The 48 V on-board electrical system serves not only high power consumers, such as the water pump and air-conditioning compressor, but also the integrated starter-generator (ISG), which also supplies energy to the battery by means of highly efficient energy recuperation."
"Shortly after the model series launch, the introduction of the GLS 580 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption: 10.0-9.8 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 229-224 g/km) will mark the world premiere of a new, electrified V8 petrol engine with 48-volt on-board electrical system and integrated starter-generator. It has an output of 360 kW (489 hp) and 700 Nm of torque, with a further 250 Nm of torque and 16 kW/22 hp available via EQ Boost over short periods. The integrated starter-generator (ISG) is responsible for hybrid functions such as EQ Boost or energy recuperation, while allowing fuel savings that were previously reserved for high-voltage hybrid technology.
ISG eliminates the need for a belt drive for ancillary components at the front of the engine, which reduces its overall length. The slim design of the in-line engine, together with the physical separation of intake/exhaust, creates space for close-coupled exhaust aftertreatment. The 48 V on-board electrical system serves not only high power consumers, such as the water pump and air-conditioning compressor, but also the integrated starter-generator (ISG), which also supplies energy to the battery by means of highly efficient energy recuperation."
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But hey, the GLS has a Car Wash function!
Carwash function: ready for cleaning
One new, standard feature is the Carwash function - which comes in very handy, especially for a large vehicle like the GLS. When this function is selected, the suspension moves to the highest position, which reduces the track widths due to the axle geometry. This makes it easier to drive into a carwash as well as remove any dirt remaining in the wheel arches from the last off-road trip. The Carwash function also:
Carwash function: ready for cleaning
One new, standard feature is the Carwash function - which comes in very handy, especially for a large vehicle like the GLS. When this function is selected, the suspension moves to the highest position, which reduces the track widths due to the axle geometry. This makes it easier to drive into a carwash as well as remove any dirt remaining in the wheel arches from the last off-road trip. The Carwash function also:
- Folds in the exterior mirrors.
- Closes the side windows and the sliding sunroof.
- Suppresses the rain sensor information so that the windscreen wipers remain switched off in the carwash.
- Switches the climate control to air-recirculation mode and , after eight seconds, activates the 360° camera's front image to assist the driver when driving into the carwash
- Deactivates these settings automatically when the driver drives out of the carwash and accelerates to a speed above 20 km/h.
