The GL 450 seats seven passengers, but you can have an optional six-passenger model. It features a 3.0L inline-6 turbocharged engine with EQ Boost. This engine gives 362 horsepower with 369 pound-feet of torque. On the highway, the engine has a fuel economy of 24 mpg, and in the city, it offers 20 mpg.-perfect for commuting from Northport, AL to Columbus, MS.
Its engine pairs with a 9G-TRONIC nine-Speed automatic transmission and 4MATIC variable all-wheel drive. This configuration allows the SUV to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 5.9 seconds. The engine configuration also allows the SUV to tow up to 7,700 pounds. While on the road, the GLS drives smoothly, thanks to AIRMATIC suspension and Adaptive Damping System.
Styling
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 is the largest SUV that the automaker offers. It sports a sleek styling, thanks to the flowing contours. The SUV has a wide grille, chrome outlined window openings, LED taillamps, chrome bumper inserts, and polished roof rails.
With a spacious cabin and advanced suspension, the GLS 450 delivers a great balance for comfort and luxury in all three seat rows. Its second row features two or three seats for the six-seat and seven-seat cabin configuration, respectively.
All models feature 20-inch wheels with eight spokes. Each spoke sports a recessed and contrasting rib that gives the wheels symmetrical elegance. You can go for the optional 20-inch five-spoke alloy wheels or the 21-inch triple five-spoke wheels.
The side mirrors have logo projectors. If you lock or unlock the car using a remote, the filters and LED lamp beneath the mirrors project the Mercedes Benz logo. The light illuminates your way as you approach your vehicle.
Rear doors, liftgate, and rear quarters have a deep tint to offer you privacy when you need it. Further, the car has illuminated running boards that make it easy for you to enter and exit the SUV. These boards feature grippy rubber studs.
With most luxury SUVs, the premium features are reserved for just the front row, while those in the back have a fairly run-of-the-mill experience. However, the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 ensures that everyone on board has the high-end driving comfort they need to enjoy a long day of travel. For starters, seat heaters are available on all three rows of seats, while the front two rows can be both heated, ventilated, and massaging. Finally, five-zone automatic climate control gives individual controls to the front four seats and a final set of controls for those in the third row, making for more comfort and less compromise on that next big family road trip.
A Powerful Performer
Soft on the inside, and tough everywhere else, that's what makes a luxury SUV a true winner. The Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 fits that bill perfectly, offering up to 7,700 pounds of towing capacity to go along with it's high end luxury ride. It's all powered by a 3.0-liter inline-6 turbocharged engine with electronic boost to help with low-speed acceleration without burning additional fuel. The result is 362 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque and up to 23 mpg highway fuel economy.
Interior Features
Inside, the GLS 450 features a Nappa leather steering wheel with a matte silver trip on its spokes. Other parts of the dashboard feature gray linden wood trim that adds to the car's elegance and plushness.
Standard luxury features inside the SUV include:
- Power front seats
- Heated, ventilated front seats
- 4-zone automatic climate control
- MB-Tex upholstery
- Power0tilting, sliding sunroof
- Keyless Go
- Remote Start through Mercedes Me Mobile app
- Hands-free access
- Power folding 3rd row
- Garage door opener
- Household type power outlet
- Brake HOLD feature
There are many optional luxury features such as a panoramic roof, leather upholstery, heated steering wheel, heated front armrests, 5-zone automatic climate control, and an acoustic comfort package.
Standard in all models are a host of multimedia features including:
- MB User Experience, MBUX
- Touchpad controller
- 12.3-inch touchscreen display
- Steering wheel Control button
- MB navigation
- SiriusXM, free for six months
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
Mercedes-Benz has some of the safest cars in the world. The GLS 450 has a long list of standard safety features such as:
- Active Brake Assist
- Trailer Stability Assist
- Attention Assist
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Adaptive Highbeam Assist
- Blind Spot Assist
- Seven airbags
- Adaptive braking technology
- Anti-lock braking system
- Parking damage detector
There are many more standard and optional safety features to keep you on the road in Meridian, MS.
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The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 is truly prepared for everything you can throw at it. Take one for a test drive at our Tuscaloosa dealership today!
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