2019 GLS-Class SUV Exterior
The Merc GLS is huge; there are no two ways about that. But it doesn't look as monstrous as many of its rivals do. The chassis is slimmed down by smooth lines, and the front grille is large but tasteful. The basic halogen headlights are smaller than you'd expect on such a large vehicle with equally slim and stylish brake lights furthering the car's toned-down styling. LED headlights become standard from the GLS 550, while LED running lights are standard across the range. The base GLS 450 rides on 19-inch wheels, with larger 21-inch AMG wheels fitted to the GLS 550.
2019 GLS-Class SUV Exterior Photos
Dimensions
At 202 inches long, 84.3 inches wide, and 72.8 inches tall, the Mercedes GLS can be a bit tricky to maneuver in heavy traffic, or a packed parking lot. Heck, the 121.1-inch wheelbase is longer than an entire Smart Fortwo. And it would take several of these tiny cars stacked atop one another to outweigh the 5,335 lbs GLS 450; the 550 weighs in at 5,578 lbs. This puts it relatively on par with BMW X1 range, although it is quite a bit heavier than the smaller Audi Q7.
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class SUV Exterior Dimensions:
| Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class SUV Trims | GLS 450 4MATIC | GLS 550 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Width | 76.1 in. | 76.1 in. |
| Length | 202 in. | 202 in. |
| Height | 72.8 in. | 72.8 in. |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in. | 121.1 in. |
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class SUV Tires:
| Front Tire | P275/55HR19 |
|---|---|
| Rear Tire | P275/55HR19 |
| Spare Tire | Compact |
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class SUV Wheels:
| Wheels Type | Aluminum Wheels |
|---|---|
| Front Wheel Size | 19" x 8.5" |
| Rear Wheel Size | 19" x 8.5" |
Exterior Colors
As with most luxury vehicles, the GLS presents buyers with a diverse palette of striking colors. Unrestricted by trim level, the standard color choices are Black and Polar White. For an extra $720, you can select from Obsidian Black Metallic, Iridium Silver Metallic, Lunar Blue Metallic, Brilliant Blue Metallic, and Selenite Grey Metallic. The premium designo colors comprise Cardinal Red Metallic for $1,080 and Diamond White Metallic for $1,515.