Mercedes-Benz GLS

Years2015–present

Generations4

Total variants21

Body stylesSUV

The Mercedes-Benz GLS is a SUV model, produced 2015–present, spanning 4 generations with 21 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the GLS (2026-), GLS Facelift 2023 (2023-), GLS X167 (2019-2023) and GLS X166 (2015-2019). The GLS Facelift 2023 (2023-) generation is the most extensively documented, with 7 variants across engine options, transmissions, and trim levels. Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.

Generations · 4

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Quick answers

How many generations does the Mercedes-Benz GLS have?

The Mercedes-Benz GLS has 4 generations with 21 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.

What years was the Mercedes-Benz GLS produced?

The Mercedes-Benz GLS has been produced 2015–present. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.

What body type is the Mercedes-Benz GLS?

The Mercedes-Benz GLS is available as SUV. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.

X167 LCIPlatform · 1 body variant

X167 LCISUV

GLS Facelift 2023 (2023-)

2023–2026·SUV

7 variants

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X167Platform · 1 body variant

X167SUV

GLS X167 (2019-2023)

2019–2023·SUV

5 variants

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X166Platform · 1 body variant

X166SUV

GLS X166 (2015-2019)

GLS (2026-)

2026–present·SUV

5 variants

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Cost calculator

What would this actually cost you?

km per year 15,000years of ownership 5

€96,870Estimated total · €19,374 per year

Depreciation€78,320
Fuel / energy€10,200
Insurance€3,750
Maintenance€3,000
Road tax€1,600

Estimate only — insurance, maintenance and road tax are generic figures, not a quote for your car or country. Fuel/energy uses EU-average prices.

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How performance changed across generations

Generation	Power	0–100 km/h	Variants	Price	Score
GLS X166 (2015-2019)2015–2019	408 hp	6.1 s	4	€129k–€225k	★ 3.5
GLS X167 (2019-2023)2019–2023	471 hp	5.4 s	5	€141k–€255k	★ 3.6
GLS Facelift 2023 (2023-)2023–2026	455 hp	5.5 s	7	€172k–€304k	★ 3.2
GLS (2026-)2026–present	488 hp	5.1 s	5	€174k–€306k	★ 3.4

Equipment

GLS (2026-)

Does the Mercedes-Benz GLS have Apple CarPlay?: Standard — on all versions
Does the Mercedes-Benz GLS have Android Auto?: Standard — on all versions
Does the Mercedes-Benz GLS have parking sensors?: Standard (front & rear) — on all versions
Does the Mercedes-Benz GLS have a reversing camera?: Standard — on all versions
Does the Mercedes-Benz GLS have cruise control?: Standard — on all versions
Does the Mercedes-Benz GLS have built-in navigation?: Standard — on all versions
Does the Mercedes-Benz GLS have ISOFIX?: Standard — on all versions
Does the Mercedes-Benz GLS have lane keeping assist?: Standard — on all versions
Does the Mercedes-Benz GLS have Bluetooth?: Standard — on all versions
Does the Mercedes-Benz GLS have a driver airbag?: Standard — on all versions