What does GL class mean?
The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class, formerly Mercedes-Benz GL-Class, is a full-size luxury SUV produced by Mercedes-Benz since 2006. According to Mercedes-Benz, it is the SUV equivalent of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Under this scheme, SUVs use the base name “GL”, followed by the model’s placement in Mercedes-Benz hierarchy.
What replaced the GL 550?
Mercedes-Benz GLS
The GLS 550 and the AMG® GLS 63 offer 20 and 27 more horsepower, respectively. This power increase adds even more performance when you consider the upgrade from a 7-speed automatic transmission to the 9-speed automatic transmission that now comes standard in the Mercedes-Benz GLS.
What does S Class stand for?
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class, formerly known as Sonderklasse (German for “special class”, abbreviated as “S-Klasse”), is a series of full-size luxury sedans, limousines and armored sedans produced by the German automaker Mercedes-Benz, a division of German company Daimler AG.
What kind of engine does the Mercedes GLS 450 have?
about the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 Former GL-Class, refreshed for 2017 Gasoline or diesel engines Seating for seven V-6 or V-8 engines, both turbocharged 577-hp AMG version available (covered separately) Standard all-wheel drive
How many adults can fit in a GLS 450?
Imagine an SUV that lets up to seven adults ride at the leading edge of luxury. Advanced safety, EQ Boost electrification, and countless innovations let the GLS 450 respond to your voice, and to your desires now and tomorrow.
What’s the name of the Mercedes-Benz GLS Class?
The GLS-Class is a mild update, not a full redesign, of the second-generation GL-Class that began with the 2013 model year. The name is simply a result of Mercedes-Benz’ nomenclature overhaul. Compare the two luxury SUVs here.
Is there a third row seat in Mercedes GLS 450?
Our test car’s optional power-tumbling chairs made third-row access a cinch: One button nests the head restraint, tumbles the seat and even powers the front chairs forward if there isn’t enough clearance. Both the second and third rows have adult-friendly space.