1 What s New for MY2017 GLS (X166) MBC Product Management Date of Revision: January 18, 2017
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What s New for MY17 Models Available GLS 450 4MATIC SoP April 2016 GLS 550 4MATIC SoP April 2016 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4MATIC SoP April 2016 Details The 2017 GLS brings a new, dynamic exterior and revised, spacious interior over its predecessor, GL, as well as best-in-class safety with COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS, Crosswind Assist and ATTENTION ASSIST standard on all vehicles. Change Highlights Visible tailpipe trim elements for a sportier look Clearly accentuated front bumper without daytime running lamps, which are now integrated in the main headlamps New bumper and hood design (with powerdomes) Centrally positioned Media Display, display with 17.8 cm screen diagonal Upper section of dashboard with new design and new arrangement of the central air vents New-look control panel in front of DYNAMIC SELECT Controller 9G TRONIC Transmission Standard on all models except GLS 63 Increase in output from optimized V6 and V8 engines Standard DYNAMIC SELECT switch, KEYLESS Start, and LED Tail Lights New trim and upholstery options and combinations 4
Innovation: COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS Standard on all models Visual and acoustic warnings of an imminent rear-end collision Adaptive brake boosting before an imminent accident, when the driver applies the brake or autonomous partial braking if the driver fails to react Driving assistance system to lessen the danger of rear-end collisions and mitigate the consequences of accidents Combination of radar-based distance warning, assisted braking by Adaptive Brake Assist and autonomous partial braking Visual warning via a warning light in the instrument cluster when the safe distance to vehicles in front is too low within a speed range between 7 and 250 km/h An additional audible warning is sounded if the distance continues to close rapidly In case of emergency braking by the driver and if necessary COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS will increase the brake pressure provided by Adaptive Brake Assist to prevent a collision Initiation of autonomous partial braking if the driver fails to react within a speed range of 7 and 105 km/h 5
Innovation: 9G TRONIC Transmission Standard on GLS 450 / 550 Featuring nine forward gears, this automatic transmission takes efficiency, comfort and dynamism to a completely new level. It is the world s first 9-speed automatic transmission with hydrodynamic torque converter in the premium segment. Its high efficiency helps to reduce fuel consumption. The ECO Start/Stop Function ensures that the engine is switched off at traffic lights to reduce fuel consumption even further. Includes the DIRECT SELECT steering wheel with gearshift paddles. Faster, smoother and more efficient gear changes, which in turn enhances ride comfort and reduces noise levels. 6
Innovation: DYNAMIC SELECT Switch Standard on all models. European Model Shown. A comfortable, sporty, winter-optimized, off-road or individual vehicle setting can be called up conveniently using the DYNAMIC SELECT controller in the centre console. DYNAMIC SELECT switch with five different transmission modes (Comfort, Sport, Slippery, Individual, Offroad) For Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 there is the Sport+ transmission mode, which further enhances the characteristics of the Sport mode the suspension is lowered by 25 mm. 7
Innovation: MAGIC VISION CONTROL Standard on GLS 450 / 550. N/A on GLS 63 due to lack of space under the hood. The adaptive windscreen wiper system allows the driver the best possible visibility even during the wiping process. The washer fluid is sprayed directly in front of the wiper blades and wiped away without delay. MAGIC VISION CONTROL automatically adjusts the amount of washer fluid dispensed to the prevailing conditions. The heated wiper blades also prevent the blades from becoming clogged with snow. 8
Innovation: Crosswind Assist Standard on all models In strong, gusty crosswinds there is a danger of the vehicle being brought off course. Crosswind Assist is able to detect this and help the driver to keep the vehicle on course. Crosswind Assist works with the ESP sensors and the steering angle signals the electromechanically assisted EPS steering gear. The system is only active from a specific threshold value and speeds above 80 km/h when driving straight ahead and on slight bends. 9
Innovation: COMAND Online Navi w/ MB Apps Standard on all models 10 Control and display system for navigation, telephone, audio, video, internet, and many more functions High-resolution media display with 8 screen Intuitive operation via touchpad integrated into the central control panel for operation the head unit and entering characters Access to websites when the vehicle is stationary, plus unrestricted use of MB Apps via smartphone tethering. Bluetooth interface with hands-free function, text message/email read and write function and audio streaming for music transmission LINGUATRONIC voice control system for audio, telephone, navigation, music search and control of MB Apps 2 USB ports and SD card slot in the centre console Intuitive operation via COMAND Controller, buttons in COMAND control panel or multifunction steering wheel
Innovation: Logo Projection Lamp Standard on all models. Light projectors integrated in both exterior mirrors project the brand logo to welcome occupants at night Surround locator lighting must be enabled via COMAND 11
Innovation: Intelligent Drive DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist Optional for all models, Standard on GLS 63. 12 Details Intelligent automatic cruise control with lane guidance Uses the information from a 3D stereo camera in combination with radar sensors fitted all around the vehicle Operates in a speed range from 0 to 200 km/h Steer Assist automatically keeps the vehicle in the middle of its lane on straight roads and slight bends, if the lane markings on both sides are clearly visible If Steer Assist is active, it is indicated by a green steering-wheel symbol in the instrument cluster Additional following function based on the vehicle ahead when driving in traffic at speeds under 60 km/h, particularly when lane markings are missing or unclear Intelligent hands-off recognition: if the driver removes their hands from the steering wheel, a warning is emitted and STEER CONTROL is deactivated only if the situation requires it. Slow, hands-off stop-andgo driving in traffic is possible.
Innovation: Intelligent Drive BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist Optional for all models, Standard on GLS 63. 13 Details Brake Assist PLUS is able to reduce the risk of rear-end collisions and accidents at road junctions Continuous monitoring of the traffic situation ahead of the vehicle by means of radar sensors and a 3D stereo camera Vehicles travelling ahead are registered up to a speed of 250 km/h Crossing traffic and bicyclists are registered up to a speed of 72 km/h, as well as pedestrians who are stationary or moving slowly in the path of the vehicle When the danger of a collision is recognized, the system gives a visual warning in the instrument cluster and an audible warning If the driver firmly applies the brakes, the system calculates the brake pressure that would be needed to prevent a collision If a collision cannot be prevented, the impact speed is reduced as much as possible by emergency braking
Innovation: Intelligent Drive PRE-SAFE PLUS Optional for all models, Standard on GLS 63. Details Occupant protection system to initiate preventive protection measures before an impending rear-end collision when stationary Uses radar sensors in the rear bumper to monitor the traffic behind the vehicle Locks the brakes of the stationary vehicle if the driver has indicated a wish to remain stationary, e.g. by keeping the brake pedal depressed, HOLD function activated or selector lever in position "P" Initiates occupant protection measures such as reversible belt tensioning Maintains the increased brake pressure for two seconds after an impact to prevent the vehicle from rolling forward e.g. at a intersection, while restoring maneuverability after the impact if possible 14
GLS 450 Exterior Design Radiator trim w/ Mercedes star and two sculpted louvres Power Folding Exterior Mirrors with Logo Projector Lamp Clearly accentuated front bumper with diamond grille and typical SUV chrome-look underguard European Model Shown. Active LED High Performance Lighting System Standard 20 MB Wheels Chrome trim above the side windows, on the beltlines and on the side sill panels New LED tail light design 15 Rear bumper with new-look lower section emphasises the imposing looks of the rear end design Two-pipe exhaust system w/ chrome-plated tailpipe trim elements Aluminium Running Boards (optional)
GLS 550 4M Exterior Design European Model Shown. AMG Line Exterior - Standard on the GLS 550 4M This design and equipment line lends the exterior an even more dynamic and athletic character. AMG bodystyling comprising AMG-specific front and rear aprons Wheel arch extensions in the vehicle colour Side running boards Sports brake system with perforated front brake discs and brake caliper trim with Mercedes-Benz lettering 16
GLS 450/550 Interior Design New-look instrument cluster with red accents 8 display with integrated media interface Upper dashboard with new design and new arrangement of front air vents 3-spoke multifunction steering wheel w/ DIRECT SELECT lever Armrest w/ large storage compartment European Model Shown. Space for up to three people in the 60:40 folding 2 nd row and two people in the 50:50 folding 3 rd row 17 Large selection of new colours and materials for trim and upholstery Control panel with DYNAMIC SELECT Controller and touchpad
GLS 450 4M Standard Equipment Highlights Mechanical 4 th Generation 4MATIC Permanent AWD with 50:50 torque split 9G-TRONIC Transmission Increase in output from optimized V6 engines DYNAMIC SELECT Switch Exterior Active LED High Performance Lighting System Power Folding Exterior Mirrors with Logo Projector Lamp 20" 10-Spoke Wheels Interior KEYLESS Start Heated Steering Wheel COMAND Online Navigation w/mb Apps ARTICO Upholstery THERMATIC Automatic Climate Control Safety MAGIC VISION CONTROL Crosswind Assist 360 Camera COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS Passive Blind Spot Assist 18
GLS 450 4M Option Packages & Highlights PREMIUM PACKAGE (MPP) Panoramic Sunroof Roller Blinds for Rear Side Windows Climate-Controlled Cupholders Multicontour Front Seats with Massage harman/kardon LOGIC7 Surround Sound System Power EASY ENTRY System Power Pop-Out 3rd Row Windows Heated Rear Seats KEYLESS-GO SPORT PACKAGE (MSP) AMG Exterior Package Adaptive Damping System PLUS (ADS PLUS) AMG Styling Package AMG Cladding 21" AMG Wheels Aluminum Running Boards EXCLUSIVE PACKAGE (MXP) Front & Rear THERMOTRONIC Automatic Climate Control Leather Upholstery INTELLIGENT DRIVE PACKAGE (IDP) DISTRONIC PLUS w/ Steering Assist Active Blind Spot Assist Active Lane Keeping Assist PRE-SAFE PLUS for rear-end collision BAS PLUS w/ Cross-Traffic Assist 19
GLS 450 4M Option Packages & Highlights Continued ENHANCED TOWING PACKAGE (TOW) Adaptive Damping System (ADS) Enhanced On/Off-Road Package Underside Protection INTERIOR SPORT PACKAGE (ISP) AMG Interior Package Sport Steering Wheel Front Sport Seats AMG Velour Floor Mats Sport Nappa Leather Stand Alone Options Wood/Leather Steering Wheel Active Curve System 21" AMG Multi-Spoke Wheels Rear Seat Entertainment System ARTICO Leather Dashboard desingo Headliner in Porcelain DINAMICA Night Package with 21 AMG 5-twin spoke bi-colour wheels 20
GLS 550 4M Standard Equipment Highlights Mechanical 4 th Generation 4MATIC Permanent AWD with 50:50 torque split 9G-TRONIC Transmission DYNAMIC SELECT Switch AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System PLUS Exterior AMG Styling package Active LED High Performance Lighting System Power Folding Exterior Mirrors with Logo Projector Lamp Aluminum Running Boards 21" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Wheels Interior Panoramic Sunroof KEYLESS GO Heated Steering Wheel and rear seats Climate-Controlled Cupholders Multicontour Front Seats with Massage Leather Upholstery THERMOTRONIC Automatic Climate Control Safety MAGIC VISION CONTROL Crosswind Assist 360 Camera COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS Passive Blind Spot Assist 21
GLS 550 4M Option Packages & Highlights INTELLIGENT DRIVE PACKAGE (IDP) Advanced Driving Assistance Package DISTRONIC PLUS Active Blind Spot Assist Active Lane Keeping Assist DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist PRE-SAFE Brake (Autonomous emergency braking) PRE-SAFE PLUS for rear-end collision ENHANCED TOWING PACKAGE (TOW) Adaptive Damping System (ADS) Enhanced On/Off-Road Package Underside Protection INTERIOR SPORT PACKAGE (ISP) AMG Interior Package Sport Steering Wheel Front Sport Seats Power Lumbar Support AMG Velour Floor Mats Black Pearl Sport Nappa leather Heated front Seats 22
GLS 550 4M Stand Alone Options Wood/Leather Steering Wheel Active Curve System Bang & Olufsen Performance Surround Sound System Rear Seat Entertainment System Air Ionisation System ARTICO Leather Dashboard desingo Headliner in Porcelain DINAMICA Microfibre Night Package with 21 AMG 5-twin spoke bi-colour wheels 23
Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4M Engine: M157 5.5L AMG Bi-Turbo V8 Key features: 577 horsepower @ 5,500 rpm 561 lb-ft of torque @ 1,750 5,250 rpm ECO stop-start technology Newly developed Direct injection valves with fast responding piezo injectors and spray-guided combustion Four valves per cylinder with continuous camshaft adjustment on the intake and exhaust side Biturbocharging with water-to-air intercooling system Two turbochargers with wastegate valve 24
Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4M Exterior Design Panoramic sunroof A-wing in high-gloss black, A-wing trim strip in silver chrome Large cooling air intakes with black air flics for better aerodynamics 21" AMG AMG cross-spoke Wheels AMG sports exhaust system with two chromeplated twin tailpipes AMG rear apron with trim strip in black as a defining feature of the AMG rear end design 25 European images shown.
Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4M Interior Design Standard designo Nappa Leather Upholstery AMG sport seats with optimised lateral support. Optional Bang & Olufsen Performance Surround Sound System AMG instrument cluster with AMG main menu AMG Performance flat-bottom steering wheel in black nappa leather/dinamica microfibre Brushed stainless steel sports pedals with rubber studs European Model Shown. 26
Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4M 27 Standard Equipment Highlights Mechanical AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC Transmission AMG-specific planetary differential gear system with 40:60 front/rear torque distribution DYNAMIC SELECT Switch with AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System PLUS ECO start/stop Active Curve System Exterior AMG Styling package Aluminum Running Boards 21" AMG cross-spoke Wheels Interior Panoramic Sunroof KEYLESS GO AMG Performance Steering Wheel Multicontour Front Seats with Massage designo Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery Front and Rear THERMOTRONIC Automatic Climate Control Safety DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist Active Blind Spot Assist and Active Lane Keeping Assist BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist PRE-SAFE PLUS for rear-end collision Crosswind Assist COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS
Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4M Stand Alone Options Bang & Olufsen Performance Surround Sound System Rear Seat Entertainment System 22" AMG Multi-Spoke Wheels 21" AMG Cross Spoke Wheels in Matte Black Night Package Night Package Available as a stand alone option 28 European Model Shown. Selected design elements in black A-wing and insert in the front apron in high-gloss black AMG cross-spoke light-alloy wheels, painted in matt black with a highsheen finish (692) Exterior mirrors in high-gloss black Roof rails and beltline trim strip in black Weatherstrip in black and twin tailpipe trim elements in black
GLS 450 4M ARTICO Interior Combinations (111) Black (114) Espresso Brown (115) Ginger Beige/Espresso Brown (125) Ginger Beige/Black 29
GLS GLS450 4M / GLS550 4M Leather Interior Combinations (211) Black (215) Ginger Beige/ Espresso Brown (224) Saddle Brown/Black (228) Crystal Grey/Black (245) Ginger Beige/Black 30
GLS 450 / 550 4M designo Exclusive Nappa Leather Interior Combinations (955) Porcelain/Black (954) Espresso Brown Sport Nappa Leather Upholstery (Only with Interior Sport Package) (811) Black Pearl 31
Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4M AMG Exclusive Nappa Leather Interior Combinations (531) Black 32 (535) Porcelain/Black (534) Espresso Brown/Black
Trim (729) Anthracite Poplar Wood (731) Burl Walnut Wood (734) Eucalyptus Wood Trim (739) Aluminum (H09) Brown Ash Wood (Open-Pore) (H10) AMG Carbon Fibre (H21) Piano Black Lacquer Wood 33
Wheels & Tires 34
35 Technical Data MY17 GLS GLS450 4MATIC GLS550 4MATIC Mercedes-AMG GLS63 4MATIC DIMENSIONS Length (mm) 5,130 5,130 5,162 Width - Excluding Mirrors (mm) 1,934 1,934 1,982 Width - Including Mirrors (mm) 2,141 2,141 2,141 Height (mm) 1,850 1,850 1.850 Wheelbase (mm) 3,075 3,075 3,075 Turning Circle (m) 12.40 12.40 12.43 Track Width - Front (mm) 1,655 1,645 1,677 Track Width - Rear (mm) 1,675 1,665 1,696 Headroom - Front (mm) 1,004 1,004 1,046 Headroom - Rear (mm) 1,015/988 1,015/988 1,015/988 Luggage Capacity (L) 295-2,300 295-2,300 295-2,300 Fuel Capacity (L) 100 including 12L reserve 100 including 12L reserve 100 including 14L reserve WEIGHT Curb Weight (kg) 2,420 2,530 2,610 Weight Distribution - Front (%) 51 53 52 Weight Distribution - Rear (%) 49 47 48 Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight (kg) 3,250 3,250 3,250 Maximum Payload (kg) 815 805 640 (w/o options) 540 (with max. options) Maximum Front Axle Load (kg) 1,550 1,550 1,550 Maximum Rear Axle Load (kg) 1,800 1,800 1,800 Maximum Roof Load (kg) 100 100 100 Perm. Trailer Load - braked (kg) 3,500 3,500 3.402 ENGINE Engine Type 24V DOHC V6 Biturbo 32V DOHC V8 Biturbo 32V DOHC V8 Biturbo Displacement (cm3) 2,996 4,663 5,461 Bore (mm) 88.0 92.9 98.0 Stroke (mm) 82.1 86.0 90.5 Horsepower (SAE @ RPM) 362 @ 5,250-6,000 449 @ 5,250-5,500 577 @ 5,500 Torque (ft-lb @ RPM) 369 @ 1,700-4,000 516 @ 1,800-4,000 561 @ 1,750-5,250 Compression Ratio 10.5 : 1 10.5 : 1 10.0 : 1 Fuel Type Premium Unleaded Premium Unleaded Premium Unleaded DRIVETRAIN Drive Configuration 4MATIC Permanent AWD 4MATIC Permanent AWD 4MATIC Permanent AWD Transmission Type 9G-TRONIC Automatic 9G-TRONIC Automatic AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G- TRONIC Gear Ratios (:1) 1st 5.50 5.50 4.38 2nd 3.33 3.33 2.86 3rd 2.31 2.31 1.92 4th 1.66 1.66 1.37 5th 1.21 1.21 1.00 6th 1.00 1.00 0.82 7th 0.86 0.86 0.73 8th 0.72 0.72 --- 9th 0.60 0.60 --- Reverse 1 4.93 4.93 3.42 Reverse 2 2.23 2.23 2.23 Final Drive Ratio 3.27 3.27 3.47 BODY/SUSPENSION Steering Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion Braking System ABS with Brake Assist ABS with Brake Assist ABS with Brake Assist Front Brake Type / Diameter (mm) Disc / 350 Disc / 375 Disc / 390 Rear Brake Type / Diameter (mm) Disc / 345 Disc / 345 Disc / 360 Brake Disc Ventilation front & rear front & rear front & rear Front Suspension AIRMATIC AIRMATIC AIRMATIC Rear Suspension AIRMATIC AIRMATIC AIRMATIC Drag Coefficient 0.36 0.37 0.37 ELECTRICAL Battery Capacity (Amp Hours) 95 95 95 Alternator Output (Watts) 2,520 2,520 2,800 PERFORMANCE Top Speed (Electronically Limited - km/h) 210 210 270 Acceleration - 0-100 km/h (Seconds) 6.6 5.3 4.6