2023 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS is a true carryover with no major changes from 2022. It was the final model year before the 2024 mid-cycle update.
About the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS
First Mercedes-Maybach GLS generation, third model year and final pre-refresh year before the 2024 mid-cycle update.
Mercedes positions the Maybach GLS as its most luxurious SUV—an S-Class-style experience in a full-size SUV body. Its core purpose is chauffeur-like rear-seat comfort without giving up V8 power, AWD or a commanding road presence. Compared with a standard GLS, it emphasizes a quieter two-row cabin, extensive leather trim, massaging seats, dedicated rear climate controls and an active suspension designed to isolate occupants from rough pavement.
The sole GLS 600 4MATIC focused on quiet, comfortable travel in a two-row cabin, especially for rear passengers. It paired a twin-turbo V8 with AWD and a suspension designed to smooth rough roads, while Nappa leather, massaging front and rear seats, dual 12.3-inch displays and Burmester 3D surround sound defined the cabin.
2023 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.0 Liter w/EQ Boost |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd 9G-Tronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 20 mpg |
| Horsepower | 550 hp |
| Torque | 538 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 7700 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 18.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 43.4 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Active Lane Keep Assistance | |
| Park Assist | |
| 360 Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Panorama Moon Roof | |
| Roof Rails | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Remote Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS compared with the 2022 model?
Nothing significant changed for 2023. The Maybach GLS carried over with the same powertrain, exterior design, cabin technology, safety equipment and suspension setup as the 2022 model.
Was 2023 the final year before the Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS refresh?
Yes. The 2023 Maybach GLS was the final pre-refresh model year before the 2024 mid-cycle update.
How many versions of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS were offered?
The 2023 lineup consisted of one version: the GLS 600 4MATIC. It combined a twin-turbo V8 mild-hybrid system, a nine-speed automatic transmission and AWD.
Did the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS receive new technology or safety features?
No. Its dual 12.3-inch displays, smartphone integration, audio system and standard driver-assistance features carried over unchanged from 2022.
Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS meaningfully different from the 2022 model?
No. Because 2023 was a carryover year, differences between used examples are more likely to come down to condition, mileage, service history and individual equipment than model-year updates.