Mercedes-Benz GLS

So why did Mercedes Benz put the “S” on the popular large seven passenger SUV?  It is really easy to understand as the S-Class has been and is Mercedes' Flagship status for many years; it is a luxury and value icon in its own right.  Mercedes wanted its' luxurious family crossover SUV GLS to also grab that heritage and they did this year. 

The top performing GL-Class is now the “S”-Class of SUV's on the highways and byways in America.  You can see why when you visit the friendly professionals at Mercedes-Benz of Huntsville located at 6520 University Drive in Huntsville, Alabama.  Or you can call them at 256.776.7629 and take this head-turner out on a test drive. 

You will quickly realize no other large crossover or SUV can stand “toe to toe” with what the GLS-Class offers bumper to bumper.  This 2017 Benz GLS got the first class upgrades to earn its name change.  This very handsome family three seater received new front and rear styling with a wider grille opening and new LED rear lights.  The restyled cabin now has the Mercedes COMMAND touch screen that is so easy to learn and use; communication and entertainment at its finest.  After all it is a Benz! 

One of the biggest changes in the 2017 GLS-Class is the new nine-speed automatic transmission which sports a wide 9.17:1 ratio spread.  This setup starts you in second gear for a smooth cushy throttle tip-in.  It never hunts for gears and turbo lag is nearly unnoticeable.  The GLS just lets you glide down the highway, which you will discover quickly on your test drive.  This large SUV is very agile and quick off the blocks in acceleration.  You and yours will also notice how quiet the ride is; so quiet that the road sometimes fades away as an afterthought.  Thanks to Mercedes' self-leveling air suspension and sound deadening features. 

Also every GLS-Class model comes with all-wheel drive and a multi-mode terrain selector on the center console. For even more enjoyment in your drive time, Mercedes offers an Off-Road Engineering package that boasts ride height from 8.5 inches to a full foot. 

Everything just comes together for a very enjoyable time in this family mover from Mercedes. Whatever you desire for luxury and convenience is available from real-time navigation to front seats that can give you a massage.  This list of standard equipment and available features are just about as long as the GLS-Class. 

Now what may be powering you under its hood could be a 3.0-liter turbo charged diesel V6 that pushes out 255 lively horses and an awesome 455 lb-ft of torque.  The GLS 450 has an aggressive 3.0-liter gas V6 that can generate 362 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque.  Then for more zip in your trip take a test drive with the GLS 550 which punches out 449 athletic thoroughbreds and an asphalt grabbing 369 lb-ft of torque with its 4.6 liter V8.  So just take the short drive to this first class dealership and put the “fun factor” back in your driving.

Visit http://www.mercedesbenzofhuntsville.com for more information today!