A quick note on this particular well-optioned GLS. It has the E-ABC suspension system. That system keeps the body as flat as possible, even on gentle sweeping curves. It is an odd feeling at first but it is amazing once you get used to it. I don't think it is as useful in something like this than say an S63 or GT 63. But it does reduce driving fatigue if driving in a hilly and curvy environment. The only thing about these systems: Never own an MB with ABC outside of warranty. Each shock is about $2000 before warranty and they're sold in pairs. Our old 2011 S63 had the system and oh boy. And no, as hard as MB tries, the GLS is NOT the S-Class of SUVs. The GLS is a very refined and well-built vehicle. But the S-Class build standard is insane. Everything is over-built and super polished. Ironically, the new Range Rover may fit that bill over MBs own vehicle.
A note on the third row seats, since you can slide the second row seats forwards up to four inches there is much more legroom to be had in the third row than what was shown. Obviously this could cramp second row comfort for larger passengers but four mid to late teenagers in the second and third row seats are no problems whatsoever.
I own the 450 of this for 2022 and let me tell you the infotainment features are MASSIVE. Especially having different profiles. So much so that my wife who reads Chinese has her own profile set up for the icon text in Mandarin (simplified). Only wish that carplay was wireless. Other than that this is like driving on a cloud.
Love the column shifter! We need to ditch the center console joystick BS. It's like leaving a crank sticking out the front of the crankcase for "Ol' Times Sake"
I wish that the third row was optional. Who really needs it?. A GLS with mega-cargo-capacity is my dreamcar. Dissapointed in my 2020 GLE450 with a boot actually smaler than my 2014 ML350.
Great review, but surely it's not just me, but please please can you speak slower, gave up halfway through, concentrating so hard to keep up and understand all those words way too fast, sorry
Область во круг кнопки старт стоп уже вся грязная! 😂 И это на новом авто. Какие дети с такой расцветкой салона могут быть ? Между школой и домом вы будете жить в химчистке.
I find it funny this spec has the 6 thousand dollar burmester audio system yet it doesnt have nappa leather lol
A quick note on this particular well-optioned GLS. It has the E-ABC suspension system. That system keeps the body as flat as possible, even on gentle sweeping curves. It is an odd feeling at first but it is amazing once you get used to it. I don't think it is as useful in something like this than say an S63 or GT 63. But it does reduce driving fatigue if driving in a hilly and curvy environment. The only thing about these systems: Never own an MB with ABC outside of warranty. Each shock is about $2000 before warranty and they're sold in pairs. Our old 2011 S63 had the system and oh boy. And no, as hard as MB tries, the GLS is NOT the S-Class of SUVs. The GLS is a very refined and well-built vehicle. But the S-Class build standard is insane. Everything is over-built and super polished. Ironically, the new Range Rover may fit that bill over MBs own vehicle.
If you can't afford to own this outside warranty, then you shouldn't buy it in the first place. Buy a used minivan instead...
@@jimj2683 that’s a stupid comment
@@oinn8003 Not really. You wouldn't pay nor anyone should pay for a vehicle that they can't afford especially maintenence. Options exist for a reason.
A note on the third row seats, since you can slide the second row seats forwards up to four inches there is much more legroom to be had in the third row than what was shown. Obviously this could cramp second row comfort for larger passengers but four mid to late teenagers in the second and third row seats are no problems whatsoever.
I own the 450 of this for 2022 and let me tell you the infotainment features are MASSIVE. Especially having different profiles. So much so that my wife who reads Chinese has her own profile set up for the icon text in Mandarin (simplified). Only wish that carplay was wireless. Other than that this is like driving on a cloud.
What a car review sounds like if a world-record speed talker is doing a car review. This fella talks like he's just guzzled 10 espressos.
Love the column shifter! We need to ditch the center console joystick BS. It's like leaving a crank sticking out the front of the crankcase for "Ol' Times Sake"
The column shifter is being used for a long time in mercedes vehicles, only few of the new mercedes dont have column shifter
Brilliant!
Mercedes gls beautiful interior love the spoiler in the back
One can't be objective if you're thanking and acknowledging the car dealership that loaned you the vehicle.
A MONSTER!! 😅 Hahaha - these upscale luxury SUVs are crazy!... Nice review.
How does it cost to send it to Bolivia?
I wish that the third row was optional. Who really needs it?. A GLS with mega-cargo-capacity is my dreamcar. Dissapointed in my 2020 GLE450 with a boot actually smaler than my 2014 ML350.
how do you see the coolant temperature gauge on the gls line?
Seems like a comfortable cruiser.
I don’t miss ben every video bruh
I thought it was only two kinds 450 and 550
Watching this at Ford 😁
Lincoln aviator black label is a better deal...no doubt.
This is a much bigger car with a much more powerful engine this is more in line to compete with navigator
Mrc bcp
what the different between this one and GLS450 beside the engine size?
The GLS450 has 3.0 I6 with 362hp and the GLS580 has 4.0 V8 with 480hp, both have eq boost(electric) which adds 22 hp and about 180 pound feet torque
Great review, but surely it's not just me, but please please can you speak slower, gave up halfway through, concentrating so hard to keep up and understand all those words way too fast, sorry
I have both a gls 63 and x7 m50… my Korean mistress prefers the minivan because she wants to feel like a cheap rake
His speaking speep at initial is nighmare!
Область во круг кнопки старт стоп уже вся грязная! 😂 И это на новом авто. Какие дети с такой расцветкой салона могут быть ? Между школой и домом вы будете жить в химчистке.
Speak slowly. You are eating up half the words man.
Talk faster faster
you talk to fast
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