Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS (X167, facelift 2023)

Mercedes-Benz - GLS (X167, facelift 2023)

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelGLS
GenerationGLS (X167, facelift 2023)
ModificationGLS 350d (313 Hp) Mild Hybrid 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC
Start Of ProductionSeptember, 2023

Performance

The car specs indicate a mid-range luxury sedan with impressive performance capabilities. The GLS boasts a powerful engine that delivers swift acceleration and a top speed of 238 km/h.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh6.7 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph6.7 sec
Max Speed238 km/h 147.89 mph

Body & Dimensions

The car is a large SUV with seating for 7 people. It offers a spacious and comfortable interior, along with a powerful engine and capable off-road capabilities.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSUV
Seats7
Doors5
Length5209 mm 205.08 in.
Width1956 mm 77.01 in.
Width Including Mirrors2157 mm 84.92 in.
Height1823-1928 mm 71.77 - 75.91 in.
Wheelbase3135 mm 123.43 in.
Front Track1669 mm 65.71 in.
Rear Track1692 mm 66.61 in.
Front Overhang938 mm 36.93 in.
Rear Overhang1136 mm 44.72 in.
Min Turning Circle12.54 m 41.14 ft.
Approach Angle23-29°
Departure Angle20-26°
Ride Height Ground Clearance175-290 mm 6.89 - 11.42 in.
Climb Angle45°
Wading Depth500-580 mm 19.69 - 22.83 in.

Fuel Consumption

The car is a GLS model powered by a diesel engine and meets Euro 6e emission standards. It offers a combined fuel consumption range of 8-9.1 l/100 km and emits 210-240 g/km of CO2.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypeDiesel
Emission StandardEuro 6e
Combined Fuel Consumption Wltp8-9.1 l/100 km 29.4 - 25.85 US mpg 35.31 - 31.04 UK mpg 12.5 - 10.99 km/l
Co2 Emissions Wltp210-240 g/km

Engine & Transmission

The Mercedes-Benz GLS is a powerful and efficient SUV, featuring a 3.0-liter inline-6 diesel engine with a mild hybrid electric vehicle (MHEV) powertrain architecture. It produces 313 horsepower and 650 Nm of torque, paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. The GLS also features advanced suspension and engine systems, including air suspension and a start & stop system.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureMHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV)
Power313 Hp @ 3600-4800 rpm.
Power Per Litre104.7 Hp/l
Torque650 Nm @ 1350-3200 rpm. 479.42 lb.-ft. @ 1350-3200 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeOM 656.830
Engine Displacement2989 cm3 182.4 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationInline
Compression Ratio15.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemDiesel Commonrail
Engine AspirationTurbocharger, Intercooler
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine Oil Capacity8.5 l 8.98 US qt | 7.48 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 / MB 229.52 0W-30, 5W-30 / MB 229.61
Coolant17.2 l 18.18 US qt | 15.13 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) and the electric motor permanently drive the four wheels of the car with the ability to work only in mixed mode.
Drive WheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox9 gears, automatic transmission G-TRONIC
Front SuspensionHydro-pneumatic element, Double wishbone, Air suspension
Rear SuspensionHydro-pneumatic element, Independent multi-link suspension, Air suspension
Engine SystemsStart & Stop System Particulate filter

Brakes

The car in question is a GLS model, featuring ventilated disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels, and an ABS assisting system. The steering system is a rack and pinion type, with electric power steering. The tire sizes range from 275/50 R20 to 325/35 R23, with wheel rims ranging from 20 to 23 inches.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesVentilated discs
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Tires SizeFront wheel tires: 275/50 R20; 275/45 R21; 285/45 R22; 285/40 R23 Rear wheel tires: 275/50 R20; 315/40 R21; 325/40 R22; 325/35 R23
Wheel Rims Size20; 21; 22; 23

Battery - Electric / Hybrid

The car in question is a GLS model with a Lithium-ion battery. It is equipped with a 20 HP electric motor, providing 200 Nm of torque, located between the combustion engine and the transmission. The battery voltage is 48V. The car also has a 31.6 liter AdBlue tank.

Specs-
Rating
Battery TechnologyLithium-ion (Li-Ion)
Electric Motor Power20 Hp
Electric Motor Torque200 Nm 147.51 lb.-ft.
Electric Motor LocationBetween the combustion engine and the transmission
Battery Voltage48 V
Adblue Tank31.6 l 8.35 US gal | 6.95 UK gal

Weight & Capacity

The car in question is a GLS model with a weight-to-power ratio of 8.1 kg/Hp (123.2 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 3.9 kg/Nm (255.9 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 2540 kg (5599.74 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 3300 kg (7275.25 lbs.), allowing for a maximum load of 760 kg (1675.51 lbs.). The trunk boot space ranges from 355 l (12.54 cu. ft.) to 2400 l (84.76 cu. ft.), and it has a fuel tank capacity of 90 l (23.78 US gal | 19.8 UK gal). The car has a maximum roof load of 100 kg (220.46 lbs.), and it can tow a trailer with a braked load of up to 3500 kg (7716.18 lbs.) and an unbraked load of up to 750 kg (1653.47 lbs.). The permitted towbar download is 140 kg (308.65 lbs.).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio8.1 kg/Hp, 123.2 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio3.9 kg/Nm, 255.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight2540 kg 5599.74 lbs.
Max Weight3300 kg 7275.25 lbs.
Max Load760 kg 1675.51 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum355 l 12.54 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum2400 l 84.76 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity90 l 23.78 US gal | 19.8 UK gal
Max Roof Load100 kg 220.46 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent3500 kg 7716.18 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes750 kg 1653.47 lbs.
Permitted Towbar Download140 kg 308.65 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - GLS (X167, facelift 2023)

Fuel efficiency information is not in the given spec sheet.

Cargo capacity information is not in the given spec sheet.

Standard features information is not in the given spec sheet.

The GLS accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds.

The GLS has a top speed of 238 km/h (147.89 mph).

The spec sheet does not include information regarding handling capabilities.

The GLS has a combined fuel consumption range of 8-9.1 l/100 km.

The GLS meets Euro 6e emission standards.

The GLS emits 210-240 g/km of CO2.

Inline-6 diesel engine with MHEV powertrain architecture

9-speed automatic transmission

All-wheel drive (4x4) with internal combustion engine and electric motor

Ventilated disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels.

A rack and pinion type steering system with electric power steering.

Tire sizes range from 275/50 R20 to 325/35 R23.

The car uses a Lithium-ion battery.

The electric motor has a power of 20 HP.

The electric motor is located between the combustion engine and the transmission.

The weight-to-power ratio of the GLS is 8.1 kg/Hp (123.2 Hp/tonne).

The GLS can tow a trailer with a braked load of up to 3500 kg (7716.18 lbs.) and an unbraked load of up to 750 kg (1653.47 lbs.).

The fuel tank capacity of the GLS is 90 l (23.78 US gal | 19.8 UK gal).