The fashions within the new GLS-Class vary cowl each ends of the spectrum on the subject of efficiency, and an AMG mannequin, which we overview individually, brings much more to the desk. For 2024, the GLS 450 4Matic comes with extra energy from the turbocharged inline-six, now making 375 hp (up from 2023’s 362 hp), whereas torque remains to be rated at 369 lb-ft. This permits a 0-60 mph dash that could be a tenth faster than the outgoing mannequin, estimated at 5.8 seconds.
The GLS 580 will get even higher specs, with its V8 engine now placing out 510 hp (up from 483 hp) and making 538 b-ft. The result’s a considerably faster dash, with the GLS 580 needing simply 4.7 seconds to get to 60 mph, half a second faster than the outgoing mannequin. Each fashions have a prime velocity of 130 mph, and because of the mild-hybrid system with built-in starter generator, can internet between 20 and 21 hp of extra horsepower by way of short-term increase. Towing is catered for, too, with as much as 7,716 kilos of towing capability when appropriately outfitted.
However the GLS isn’t just a elegant cruiser on the freeway as off-roading can also be catered for, though this is not a trail-rated automobile by any means. The GLS 580 might be outfitted with the Off-Highway Engineering Package deal, which provides particular underbody safety and 1.2 inches extra floor clearance.
