Mercedes-Benz, India‘s largest luxury car manufacturer has launched the Grand Edition of its flagship SUV GLS in both the petrol and diesel version. It is said to be the S-Class of the SUVs.
Mercedes-Benz GLS Grand Edition Price:
The GLS 350 d Grand Edition (Diesel) and the GLS 400 Grand Edition (Petrol) both are priced at INR 86.90 Lakhs (Ex-showroom India)
“The GLS popularly referred to as the ‘S-Class of SUVs’, boasts of unparalleled levels of luxury combined with impressive comfort, agile dynamics and also best-in-class safety. Put to everyday use or venturing off the beaten track, the GLS never disappoints and effortlessly meets all requirements. Indians have a penchant for SUVs and this has pushed India to emerge as the Top 6 markets globally for the GLS, reiterating the vehicles unmatched popularity,” said Mr. Roland Folger, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India.
We are extremely confident that the ‘GLS Grand Edition’ will continue to remain at the top of customer preference creating new benchmark. Mercedes-Benz India will keep striving to push the boundaries in the luxury automotive segment by driving innovation and excellence not only in our wide product line-up but also in our customer service offerings and the overall vehicle ownership,” further added Mr.Roland.
The Mercedes-Benz GLS offers an unmatched luxury experience in comparison to any other full-size luxury SUV in the segment and remains a key product in the SUV portfolio of the German automaker.
With the introduction of the Mercedes-Benz GLS Grand Edition, Mercedes-Benz continues to raise the bar by offering best in class performance, premium luxury, cutting-edge technology, and plush interiors inspired by the flagship luxury sedan–the S-Class.
Mercedes-Benz GLS Grand Edition features LED Intelligent Light System with unique black rings, 20-inch 10-spoke light alloy wheels, painted in Black and with a high-sheen finish and Grand Edition’ exterior badges and chrome fins on the bonnet to create differentiation and offer exclusive character to the car.
Inside, the special edition offers the S-Class’ level of comfort and luxury. It gets Rear Seat Entertainment System with two 7-inch HD screens as standard. The SUV also gets new heated 3-spoke multifunction Nappa leather steering wheel with steering wheel gearshift paddles, 12 function keys and an airbag cover in Nappa leather, instruments with modified details as well as a redesigned instrument panel with semi-integrated colour Media Display.
The GLS 350 d 4MATIC Grand Edition is powered by a 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine producing 190 kW (258 hp) and 620 Nm of torque. The GLS 400 4MATIC Grand Edition is powered by a 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine that develops 245 kW (333 hp) and 480 Nm of torque. The engines are mated to the 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic transmission. 4MATIC permanent AWD system comes as standard.