The 2022 Mercedes-Benz gls 450 4MATIC, offered in North America (USA) from late 2019 to September 2023 (X167 Phase-I), is a model of the 7-seat, 5-door, 4×4 (4Matic), Executive E-Segment luxury SUV. This variant is notable for its 6-cylinder engine with the Mild Hybrid EQ Boost, including a 2999 cm3 Line 6 Gasoline engine (Daimler-Benz M256 E30) with two turbochargers and 48 volt system. The engine produces 362 hp / 367 hp/ 270 kW at 5500 – 6100 rpm and 500 Nm / 369 ft-lb torque at 1600 – 4000 rpm. Combined with a 9-speed automatic transmission (Daimler-Benz 9G-TRONIC) , it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 6.2 seconds and reaches a top speed limited to 209 km/h (130 mph) . Its combined fuel consumption is 11.2 L/100km (21 MPG EPA) . The car has a length of 5207 mm , a width of 1956 mm, a height of 1823 mm and weighs 2455 kg , with a fuel tank of 90 liters.
Overview
| Model: | X167 GLS 450 4MATIC |
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| Production year: | 2022 |
| Transmission: | Automatic 9 speed |
| Starting price: | $77,850 |
| Engine size: | 3.0 L |
| Max torque: | 500 Nm / 369 ft-lb |
| Cylinders alignment: | Line 6 |
| Charge system: | Gasoline MHEV with 2 turbocharger (EQ Boost) |
| Displacement: | 2999 cm3 |
| Max power: | 367 PS / 362 hp / 270 kW |
| Fuel type: | Gasoline (MHEV) |
| Fuel consumption: | 11.2 L/100km combined |
| Extra-urban: | 8-9.6 L/100km |
| City: | 14.9-17.9 L/100km |
| Emission standard: | N/A |
| Body style: | SUV Full-Size |
| 0-80 km/h: | 4.2 s |
| 0-100 km/h: | 6.2 s |
| 0-160 km/h: | 15.7 s |
| 0-200 km/h: | 29.1 s |
| Top speed: | 209 km/h (e kufizuar) |
| Curb weight: | 2455 kg |
| Gross weight: | 3300 kg |
| Length: | 5207 mm |
| Width: | 1956 mm |
| Height: | 1823 mm |
| Fuel capacity: | 90 liters |
Expert Assessment
Consumption
85%
Safety
95%
Performance
95%
Driveability
85%
Durability
80%
Maintenance
65%
Design
85%
Summary
Mercedes-Benz gls 450 4MATIC (2022) is rated by experts as an SUV with exceptional comfort ("S-Class of SUVs"), large space (7 real seats) and the new M256 engine which is refined and offers good efficiency for its size. The main downsides are the difficult size for parking and the constant reliability concerns associated with its complex systems. Common problems reported include aerial depreciation problems (AIRMATIC), problems with MBUX software (screen delays or freezes), minor oil leaks (especially around the turbocharger), and electrical/sensor problems with the 4MATIC system.