Sunroof above 3rd row?
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Not that I am aware of, the 2020+ GLS does not have a sunroof that extends into the third row or a second sunroof that is in the third row, like the BMW X7. It seems highly unlikely this would be introduced in 2021 since it is not in the 2021 GLS63 dealer order guide.
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2004 E55 AMG 2014 GL63 AMG
I'll never understand why Mercedes does what they do. My 2014 GL63 has a sunroof above the third row, why would they get rid of it with a newer model?
BMW has things that Mercedes should have standard or even offer as an option.
Example
Power second row sunshades
BMW third row sunroof even has a motorized shade for Christ's sake.
BMW has things that Mercedes should have standard or even offer as an option.
Example
Power second row sunshades
BMW third row sunroof even has a motorized shade for Christ's sake.
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Well.. Pano Sunroof and misc
The GL/S "small 3rd row fixed sunroof" was dropped many moons ago.
I have had only welcoming compliments - and absolutely no negatives - on the enlarged Pano Sunroof on the X167 - no it does not extend back past the rear axle to give body rigidity to the rear.
For those that haven't actually "seen it" - I a couple of stock shots - and the single roller shade - yes all closed or all open - does benefit with taller headroom for 2nd row than a two motor setup.
No, you don't have a separate rear sunshade - however the X167 does offer power 2nd row side window sunshades which are quite nice - especially compared to the X166 "manual side pull" 2nd row side window shades.
Once the X167 has decent availability - in our SUV intense market - the X167 sort of shot the X7 in the head at our BMW store next door - it would be kindof a killer blow to the head is Vance could ramp production higher on 580's..
I have had only welcoming compliments - and absolutely no negatives - on the enlarged Pano Sunroof on the X167 - no it does not extend back past the rear axle to give body rigidity to the rear.
For those that haven't actually "seen it" - I a couple of stock shots - and the single roller shade - yes all closed or all open - does benefit with taller headroom for 2nd row than a two motor setup.
No, you don't have a separate rear sunshade - however the X167 does offer power 2nd row side window sunshades which are quite nice - especially compared to the X166 "manual side pull" 2nd row side window shades.
Once the X167 has decent availability - in our SUV intense market - the X167 sort of shot the X7 in the head at our BMW store next door - it would be kindof a killer blow to the head is Vance could ramp production higher on 580's..
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2021 GLS580 all black. 2014 GLK black (kids car). formerly: 2014 GL550 Palladium Silver (US)
I have an early '14 GLS 550. It has the pano over the third seat and for some, it was a negative, especially those with pets or little kids. Then they came out with a manual screen (it clips in) which I never take out - then you'd need to stow it - it really was an on or off kind of thing.
I don't think of the current design as a negative, especially with Fab's explanation.
I don't think of the current design as a negative, especially with Fab's explanation.
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The GL/S "small 3rd row fixed sunroof" was dropped many moons ago.
I have had only welcoming compliments - and absolutely no negatives - on the enlarged Pano Sunroof on the X167 - no it does not extend back past the rear axle to give body rigidity to the rear.
For those that haven't actually "seen it" - I a couple of stock shots - and the single roller shade - yes all closed or all open - does benefit with taller headroom for 2nd row than a two motor setup.
No, you don't have a separate rear sunshade - however the X167 does offer power 2nd row side window sunshades which are quite nice - especially compared to the X166 "manual side pull" 2nd row side window shades.
Once the X167 has decent availability - in our SUV intense market - the X167 sort of shot the X7 in the head at our BMW store next door - it would be kindof a killer blow to the head is Vance could ramp production higher on 580's..
I have had only welcoming compliments - and absolutely no negatives - on the enlarged Pano Sunroof on the X167 - no it does not extend back past the rear axle to give body rigidity to the rear.
For those that haven't actually "seen it" - I a couple of stock shots - and the single roller shade - yes all closed or all open - does benefit with taller headroom for 2nd row than a two motor setup.
No, you don't have a separate rear sunshade - however the X167 does offer power 2nd row side window sunshades which are quite nice - especially compared to the X166 "manual side pull" 2nd row side window shades.
Once the X167 has decent availability - in our SUV intense market - the X167 sort of shot the X7 in the head at our BMW store next door - it would be kindof a killer blow to the head is Vance could ramp production higher on 580's..
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Definitely get the pano sunroof - it's a lot bigger/better then what I've seen on previous MB cars.
The X7 was a close 2nd for us by the way, but my wife is a MB fan after having them for years. We were also looking for captain chairs as a requirement.
The X7 was a close 2nd for us by the way, but my wife is a MB fan after having them for years. We were also looking for captain chairs as a requirement.
