In this Mercedes-Benz GLS Review, we cover a full-size luxury SUV that emphasizes comfort, power, and three-row seating. The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS continues to position itself as the plush, tech-rich choice for families who want a flagship Mercedes feel in SUV form, with standard air suspension, strong six- and eight-cylinder powertrains, and a cabin that still ranks among the most refined in the class. It may not be the sharpest driver in the segment, but for buyers who care more about smoothness, presence, and long-distance comfort, the GLS makes a very strong case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Slip behind the wheel of the Mercedes-Benz GLS, and you first notice the satisfying thud of the solid door closing out the world. The subtle scent of hand-stitched leather fills the airy, spacious cabin, inviting you to sink into its plush seats. This is Mercedes’s largest SUV, with three rows that seat up to seven people. Because it is called the “S-class,” which means “high-end,” the letter “S” in its name emphasizes this even further. The cabin is beautiful, cozy, spacious, and equipped with high-tech gadgets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The GLS450 features a turbocharged six-cylinder engine with 375 hp, while the GLS580 boasts a twin-turbo V-8 engine with 510 hp. We like both engines for their smooth power and quick acceleration, though neither is the fastest in its class. On the other hand, we like the standard air suspension the most. It helps this large SUV stay stable and balanced as it navigates sharp turns and rough terrain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Mercedes-Benz GLS Review: a full-size luxury SUV with strong power, three roomy rows, and a plush ride.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1636,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[48,25,9],"tags":[21],"class_list":["post-1628","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-mercedes","category-premium","category-suv","tag-21"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t