The third-gen GLS is provided with both petrol and diesel engines. The GLS 400 d 4MATIC is powered by a 3.0-litre diesel engine (330PS/700Nm), while the GLS 450 comes with a 3.0-litre petrol motor (367PS/500Nm) with mild-hybrid technology. It produces an additional 22PS and 250Nm boost under hard acceleration. Both variants are all-wheel drives and come paired with a 9-speed AT. The Maybach GLS variant gets a 4.0-litre V8 bi-tubro petrol engine (557PS/730Nm) with a 48V mild-hybrid tech. This one too generates an additional 22PS and 250Nm under hard acceleration. This unit comes paired with a 9-speed AT and gets an all-wheel drivetrain.
For the availability and waiting period, we would suggest you to please connect with the nearest authorized dealer in your city as it depends on their stock book. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
As per your requirements, you may go with the BMW X7 or the Land Rover Defender if you want something rugged. The BMW X7 comes with three powertrains: 265PS/620Nm 3.0-litre turbocharged diesel, 340PS/450Nm 3.0-litre turbo-petrol, and 400PS/760Nm 3.0-litre quad-turbo diesel engines. On the other hand, Land Rover offers the Defender with a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine that puts out 300PS and 400Nm. It gets an 8-speed automatic gearbox and Land Rover’s AWD system. You may click on the following link and compare the available options. We would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details.
As of now, the Mercedes-Maybach GLS is not available for sale in India. The GLS is offered in two variants: GLS 400 d 4MATIC and 450 4MATIC. Both variants are priced at Rs.1.04 Cr (ex-showroom).
