Mercedes has updated its GLS line of luxury SUVs, which includes the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC and the Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+, which will be available for purchase in the United States later this year. <br />The standard GLS now features some slight styling upgrades, such as a Silver Shadow finish on the four louvers in the grille, air inlet grilles on the bumper with high-gloss black surrounds, and taillights with a signet motif of three horizontal blocks. In addition, there are two new paint options available: Twilight Blue Metallic and Manufaktur Alpine Grey Non-Metallic.<br /><br />Inside, the MBUX infotainment system has been updated with new display choices, including three graphic styles - Classic, Sporty, and Discreet, and three modes - Navigation, Assistance, and Service. There are also seven color schemes to choose from, and in the Off-Road setting, the screen displays tilt angles, compass readings, and camera views from underneath the front bumper.<br /><br />Mercedes has introduced new upholstery options for the GLS, such as Catalana Beige and Bahia Brown leather, and High-Gloss Brown Linden Wood and Manufaktur Piano Lacquer Flowing Lines for trim options. The GLS580 4MATIC model offers an optional Off-Road Engineering Package that includes a front skid plate and 1.2 inches of additional ground clearance.<br /><br />The Mercedes-Maybach GLS600 now comes standard with ambient lighting that projects an animated brand logo, and perforated, diamond-quilted upholstery on the seats. There is also a new option of 23-inch forged wheels. The Mercedes-AMG GLS63 has gained light projectors that display an AMG-specific animation on the ground and a software update that adjusts the settings for the roll stabilization and air suspension systems. The sporty model now comes standard with a panoramic sunroof, heated and ventilated front seats, and adaptive high beams, and there are new upholstery options available - Bahia Brown/Black and Macchiato Beige/Black Nappa leather.
