2024 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS gets its first mid-cycle refresh. The main change is updated Maybach front-end styling, accompanied by smaller cabin presentation and control updates.
About the 2024 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS
1st Mercedes-Maybach GLS generation (introduced for 2021), mid-cycle refresh year
Mercedes positions the Maybach GLS as its most luxurious SUV, combining an elevated SUV cabin and AWD usability with chauffeur-focused comfort. Its core strengths are a quiet, richly trimmed interior, active suspension that reduces body motion, strong mild-hybrid V8 performance and extensive comfort equipment in both rows. Compared with conventional full-size luxury SUVs, it emphasizes two-row passenger space, ride isolation, craftsmanship and advanced driver assistance rather than maximum cargo room or three-row family capacity.
The sole GLS 600 4MATIC trim is positioned as first-class travel in SUV form, with a 550-hp mild-hybrid V8, AWD and a road-scanning active suspension focused on a smooth ride. Diamond-stitched leather, high-end Burmester 3D audio and heated, ventilated and massaging seats in both rows reinforce its comfort-first approach.
What changed, by category
2024 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 | 14 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 19 mpg |
| Horsepower | 571 hp |
| Torque | 538 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 7716 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 2024 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS compared with the 2023 model?
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS receives refreshed front-end styling, standard animated Maybach entry-light projections, standard diamond-stitched upholstery and a newer steering wheel with touch controls.
Did the 2024 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS get a new engine?
No, the 2024 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS keeps the same basic powertrain: a 550-hp 4.0-liter twin-turbo mild-hybrid V8, a nine-speed automatic transmission and AWD.
Is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS a full redesign?
No, the 2024 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS is a mid-cycle refresh of the first generation introduced for 2021, not a full redesign.
What features became standard on the 2024 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS?
Animated Maybach entry-light projections and diamond-stitched upholstery became standard on the 2024 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS.
Did the 2024 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS receive major safety or suspension changes?
No, the 2024 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS has no identified major changes to its driver-assistance hardware, chassis or comfort-focused active suspension.