2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS Launched In India At Rs 999 Lakh Rivals BMW X7

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• It's offered in a total of two variants.
• Notable features include MBUX infotainment, a Burmester audio system and a panoramic sunroof.
• Powered by petrol and diesel engine options.

It's here, finally The latest iteration of the S-Class of SUVs, the, is here. Priced at Rs 99.99 lakh, the new GLS is offered in a total of two trim levels with both petrol and diesel engine options. Here's the detailed price list:

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS	Prices (ex-showroom)
GLS 400D	Rs 99.9 lakh*
GLS 450	Rs 99.9 lakh*

*Introductory pricing

Sure, while paying big bucks, you expect your car to stand out and the 2020 GLS sure does. The large twin-slat grille, sleek LED headlamps and the aggressively styled bumpers scream attention. Move on to the side and you'll notice that the GLS now takes a more rounded approach to its wheel arches and silhouette. The 21-inch wheels also fill up the wheel arches nicely and gives it a butch stance. At the rear, highlights include split LED tail lamps which are connected by a chrome strip.

Open the door and you'll notice that the dashboard is reminiscent of the existing' brilliant MBUX infotainment system.

Speaking of which, top-spec variants of the 2020 GLS come loaded with features. Highlights include connected car technology, a panoramic sunroof, a Burmester audio system, ambient lighting, Mercedes' AIRMATIC suspension, power adjustable seats, front seats with massage function, and upto a 5-zone climate control. Safety features include up to 9 airbags, ABS with EBD, front and rear parking sensors, electronic stability control, park assist, and a 360-degree camera.

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS can be had with three engine options: a 3.0-litre diesel and a 3.0-litre petrol engine option. The petrol engine also comes with a hybrid technology which provides 22PS and 250Nm torque boost under hard acceleration. Here are the specifications:

	Mercedes-Benz GLS 400D	Mercedes-Benz GLS 450
Engine	3.0-litre diesel	3.0-litre petrol
Power (PS)	330PS	367PS
Torque (Nm)	700Nm	500Nm
Transmission	9-speed automatic	9-speed automatic
All-wheel Drive	Yes	Yes

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