2020 GLS X167 News
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2020 GLS X167 News
As new info arrives about the next-gen 2020 GLS (X167), post your findings here. One tidbit I read was the 4-liter V8 GLS will be rebadged GLS560. The article also mentions the new straight six engine. I heard through the grapevine the new I6 engine was the reason MB is holding off on the X167 until later. We'll know soon enough but a lot of work is already completed on the X167.
https://www.autoevolution.com/news/2...ed-123793.html
https://www.autoevolution.com/news/2...ed-123793.html
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As new info arrives about the next-gen 2020 GLS (X167), post your findings here. One tidbit I read was the 4-liter V8 GLS will be rebadged GLS560. The article also mentions the new straight six engine. I heard through the grapevine the new I6 engine was the reason MB is holding off on the X167 until later. We'll know soon enough but a lot of work is already completed on the X167.
https://www.autoevolution.com/news/2...ed-123793.html
https://www.autoevolution.com/news/2...ed-123793.html
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They have to stay competitive and also not lose market share. When it comes to full size luxury 3 row suv's, MB is facing competition from BMW, Rolls-Royce, Land Rover, Cadillac, Lexus, Audi, Volvo, and Bentley to name a few. The x166 has been out since MY 2013 and the common person can't tell the difference between a GL and a GLS. If they wait too long, MB will drop off some people's consideration lists and they'll go to another brand.
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They have to stay competitive and also not lose market share. When it comes to full size 3 luxury row suv's, MB is facing competition from BMW, Rolls-Royce, Land Rover, Cadillac, Lexus, Audi, Volvo, and Bentley to name a few. The x166 has been out since MY 2013 and the common person can't tell the difference between a GL and a GLS. If they wait too long, MB will drop off some people's consideration lists and they'll go to another brand.
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As new info arrives about the next-gen 2020 GLS (X167), post your findings here. One tidbit I read was the 4-liter V8 GLS will be rebadged GLS560. The article also mentions the new straight six engine. I heard through the grapevine the new I6 engine was the reason MB is holding off on the X167 until later. We'll know soon enough but a lot of work is already completed on the X167.
https://www.autoevolution.com/news/2...ed-123793.html
https://www.autoevolution.com/news/2...ed-123793.html
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I found several articles about the I6 engine coming to GLS, here is one example:
http://www.bmwblog.com/2018/01/25/ne...s-take-bmw-x7/
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Why the negative post? I'm only sharing what I was told by a dealer who was at the meeting in Cabo and has no reason to make something like that up.
I found several articles about the I6 engine coming to GLS, here is one example:
http://www.bmwblog.com/2018/01/25/ne...s-take-bmw-x7/
I found several articles about the I6 engine coming to GLS, here is one example:
http://www.bmwblog.com/2018/01/25/ne...s-take-bmw-x7/
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I have no idea about on- or behind schedule, but I know this
The M256 (gas) and OM656 (diesel) I6 engines were designed for hybrids, and on top of the funky electrical precompressor on the gas engine run on a 48V electrical system.
So they'll have to adapt the platform for the 'new' generation of 48V engines as wel as the existing line of 12V V8's. Besides being an engineering pain in the neck this is most certainly going to pose som production challenges.
This new design is much more than purely aesthetic. I can imagine MB taking their time. The potential for disaster is enormous.
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The M256 (gas) and OM656 (diesel) I6 engines were designed for hybrids, and on top of the funky electrical precompressor on the gas engine run on a 48V electrical system.
So they'll have to adapt the platform for the 'new' generation of 48V engines as wel as the existing line of 12V V8's. Besides being an engineering pain in the neck this is most certainly going to pose som production challenges.
This new design is much more than purely aesthetic. I can imagine MB taking their time. The potential for disaster is enormous.
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As new info arrives about the next-gen 2020 GLS (X167), post your findings here. One tidbit I read was the 4-liter V8 GLS will be rebadged GLS560. The article also mentions the new straight six engine. I heard through the grapevine the new I6 engine was the reason MB is holding off on the X167 until later. We'll know soon enough but a lot of work is already completed on the X167.
https://www.autoevolution.com/news/2...ed-123793.html
https://www.autoevolution.com/news/2...ed-123793.html
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This makes perfect sense and fits the development history. Again the engine choices will mirror the S class, whose new v8 is the new 4.0. This I6 was supposed to be the base engine for the S450 but evidently it wasnt ready on time. If and when it is it will replace the m276 on both vehicles. The I6 predominant advantage is fuel economy, not power, dont expect a faster vehicle. MB would love a 450 that can avg 22 to 25 mpg without sacrificing performance.
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But, its also bigger. We'll see how it works itself out. The E class weight loss is widely quoted as 200 lbs. But if you look closer a quarter of the weight loss wa going to a 4 cylinder. Furtheremore for the six, there will be a battery penalty too!
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Me, I think they do it because an inline has fewer moving parts and is there for cheaper to make. But I'm a professional cynic Not the Greek variety.
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Interesting artist renders of the upcoming GLE (by Car and Driver: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/20...s-what-we-know)
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Not sure what renders you are referring to but if you mean this design, it is not a render, this is the actual concept Mercedes is showing in Beijing. And while I wouldn't call it awful, its odd looking and doesn't look like a Mercedes. Not to worry, concept designs generally never make it to production. But if it does, that will make my Maybach buying decision much easier.