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2021 Mercedes-Maybach GLS

New from

$358,300 excl. on-roads

Review Rating

Very Good

Safety Rating

Not Available

Warranty

5 year, unlimited km

Fuel Efficiency

13 / 100km

About the Mercedes-Maybach GLS

Last updated Sep 29, 2025

The new Mercedes-Maybach GLS is a Suv Upper Large Luxury offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $358,300 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Mercedes-maybach variant and topping out at $360,800 for the Mercedes-maybach.

There is 1 variant of the GLS available in Australia.

The Mercedes-Maybach GLS is only available with an null motor that produces 410kW and 730Nm of torque. All variants feature four-wheel drive.

The new 2021 GLS is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.

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An outstanding car in almost every way. A joy to drive, packed with great features, and highly recommended.

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A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

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A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

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Power to Weight

147.22 kW/t

72.52 kW/t

229.23 kW/t

Boot Space

520 litres

212 litres

667 litres

Fuel Efficiency

13 L/100km

2.8 L/100km

16.4 L/100km

Vehicle Range

692 km

549 km

1,232 km

Price

$358,300 - $360,800

$128,972

$754,000

Warranty (Years)

5 years

3 years

5 years

Warranty (Distance)

Unlimited

80,000 km

Unlimited

Years on Sale

1 - 2 years

2 years

4 years

Service Interval

12 months

Towing & Off-Road Capability

Gross Vehicle Weight

3,250 kg

2,805 kg

3,395 kg

Braked Towing Capacity

3,500 kg

2,250 kg

3,500 kg

Approach Angle

24°

21°

34.7°

Departure Angle

21°

20°

31°

Ground Clearance Unladen

160 mm

295 mm

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2021 Mercedes-Maybach GLS Price

Configuration	Price From*
4.0L, 9-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$358,300
4.0L, 9-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$360,800
4.0L, 9-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$360,676

*excl. on-roads

All Mercedes-Maybach GLS Pricing

Year	Price From*	Price To*
2026	$419,900	$457,200
2025	$409,900	$457,200
2024	$409,900	$409,900
2023	$377,488	$395,500
2022	$380,198	$380,198

*excl. on-roads

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2021 Mercedes-Maybach GLS Specs

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Audio
- Connection External Usb Front
- Number Of Audio Zones: 2
- Number Of Speakers: 13
- Remote Control Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
- Speaker Brand Name: Burmester
- Speaker Subwoofer
- System Audio Player Reads Mp3
- System Colour Screen
- System Digital Media Card
- System Digital Radio
- System Radio Type: Am/fm
- System Touch Screen
- Total Number Of Front Usb Connections: 2
Body exterior
- Body Type: Suv
- Local Body Type: Suv
- Local Number Of Doors: 5
- Number Of Doors: 5
- Side Step Location: Side
- Side Step Type: Platform
- Wheelbase Type: Short
Brakes
- Number Of Disc Brakes: 4
- Number Of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 147.22
Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Automatic Door Closing Side Doors
- Bluetooth Includes Music Streaming
- Bluetooth Includes Phone Connection
- Cruise Control Acc Linked To Mapping
- Cruise Control Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
- Driver Modes Includes Engine Mapping
- Driver Modes Includes Steering
- Driver Modes Includes Suspension
- Driver Vanity Mirror Illuminated
- Driver Vanity Mirror Location: Driver
- Front Usb Charging Port Location: Front
- Illuminated Entry System Logo Projection
- Media Control Touch Pad
- Media Control Touch Screen
- Memorized Door Mirror Position
- Memorized Steering Wheel Position
- Mobile Integration Android Auto
- Mobile Integration Android Number Of Months Subscription: Unlimited
- Mobile Integration Apple Carplay
- Mobile Integration Apple Number Of Months Subscription Inc: Unlimited
- Navigational Systems Controls: Touch Screen
- Navigational Systems Includes Augmented Reality
- Navigational Systems Information Type: 3d And Voice
- Navigational Systems Screen Size (in): 12.3
- Navigational Systems Traffic Info
- Number Of Front Usb Charging Port: 1
- Number Of Rear Usb Charging Port: 2
- Parking Assistance Rear Location: Rear
- Parking Assistance Rear Type: Semi-auto Park, Perpendicular & Exit
- Parking Distance System Front Location: Front
- Parking Distance System Front Type: Sensor & Camera
- Parking Distance System Rear Location: Rear
- Parking Distance System Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
- Parking Distance System Side Location: Side
- Parking Distance System Side Type: Sensor & Camera
- Passenger Vanity Mirror Illuminated
- Passenger Vanity Mirror Location: Passenger
- Power Outlet Boot Cargo Location (12v): Boot/cargo
- Power Outlet Front Location (12v): Front
- Power Outlet Rear Location (12v): Rear
- Rear Usb Charging Port Location: Rear
- Remote Services Find My Car
- Remote Services Geo Fencing
- Remote Services Remote Lock Unlock
- Remote Services Send Destination To Car
- Remote Services Speed Alert
- Remote Services Theft Alert
- Remote Services Vehicle Start
- Smart Card/smart Key Includes Keyless Entry
- Smart Card/smart Key Includes Keyless Start
- Smart Card/smart Key Type: Automatic
- Telematics Advanced Auto Collision Notification
- Telematics Breakdown Assistance
- Telematics Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
- Telematics Tracker System
- Usb Charging Port Third Row Location: 3rd Row
- Voice Activating System Includes Audio Player
- Voice Activating System Includes Navigation System
- Voice Activating System Includes Phone
- Wi-fi Network Connectivity Type: Embedded Sim Card
Dimensions
- 3rd Row Headroom (mm): 988
- 3rd Row Hip Room (mm): 1291
- 3rd Row Shoulder Room (mm): 1278
- Approach Angle: 24.0
- Cargo Capacity Measurement Standard: Iso
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window (l): 520
- Departure Angle: 21.0
- External Dimensions Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 84.9
- Front Headroom (mm): 1051
- Front Hip Room (mm): 1545
- Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1506
- Front Track (mm): 1699
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 160
- Interior Dimensions Headroom 3rd Row (in): 38.9
- Interior Dimensions Headroom Front (in): 41.4
- Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear (in): 40.2
- Interior Dimensions Hip Room 3rd Row (in): 50.8
- Interior Dimensions Hip Room Front (in): 60.8
- Interior Dimensions Hip Room Rear (in): 60.0
- Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room 3rd Row (in): 50.3
- Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Front (in): 59.3
- Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Rear (in): 58.5
- Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12520
- Overall Height (mm): 1838
- Overall Length (mm): 5205
- Overall Width (mm): 2030
- Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2157
- Rear Headroom (mm): 1022
- Rear Hip Room (mm): 1523
- Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1485
- Rear Track (mm): 1723
- Wheelbase (mm): 3135
Doors
- Driver Door Location: Driver
- Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
- Passenger Door Location: Passenger
- Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
- Rear Door Hands Free Release
- Rear Door Type: Lifting Gate
- Rear Driver Door Location: Rear Driver
- Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
- Rear Passenger Door Location: Rear Passenger
- Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Engine
- Bore Engine: 83.0
- Compressor: Turbo
- Electrical System Voltage: 48
- Emission Control Level Standard Met: Eu6 D
- Energy Recuperation Engine
- Engine (l): 4.0
- Engine (cc): 3982
- Engine Configuration: V
- Number Of Compressors: 2
- Number Of Cylinders: 8
- Number Of Vavles Per Cylinder: 4
- Stroke Engine: 92.0
- Variable Valve Timing Camshaft
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
- Fuel Tank Main Capacity (l): 90
- Fuel Tanks Main Type: Total
- Fuel Type Octane Number: 98
- Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
- Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
- Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Hybrid and electric systems
- Electric Motor 1 Electric Motor Type: Integrated Starter Generator
- Electric Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (nm): 250
- Electric Motor 1 Motor Number: 1
- Electric Motor 1 Power Output Motor (hp/ps): 21.8
- Electric Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kw): 16.0
- Electric Power Source Battery (ah): 18.7
- Electric Power Source Battery Type: Lithium Ion
- Electric Power Source Battery Voltage: 48
- Electric Power Source Maximum Battery (kwh): 0.9
- Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
Instrumentation
- Computer Average Fuel Consumption
- Computer Average Speed
- Computer Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
- Computer Range For Remaining Fuel
- Dashboard Centre 1 Display Screen Location: Dashboard Centre 1
- Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen Display
- Display Screen Dashboard Centre1 Screen Size (in): 12.3
- Display Screen Instrument Cluster1 Screen Size (in): 12.3
- Instrument Cluster 1 Display Screen Location: Instrument Cluster 1
- Instrument Cluster Head Up Display: Windscreen
- Low Tire Pressure Indicator Displays Pressure Reading
- Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster
Interior trim
- Luxury Trim On Doors: Wood & Leather
- Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Wood & Leather
Lights
- Headlight Control Active High Beam
- Headlight Control Directional Headlights
- Headlight Control Dusk Sensor
- Headlight Control Fog Light Function
- Headlight Control Height Adjustment: Automatic
- Headlight Control Matrix
- Headlights Bulb Type High Beam: Led
- Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Led
- Headlights Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
- High Beam Led Lights Location: High Beam
- Led Brake Lights Location: Brake Lights
- Led Lights Daytime Running Location: Day Time Running Lights
- Low Beam Led Lights Location: Low Beam
- Rear Led Lights Location: Rear Lights
Locks
- Power Locks Includes Power Windows
- Power Locks Operation: Card Key
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 4.9
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 155
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 557
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 410
- Power Maximum Power Hp/ps Electric Motor: 22
- Power Maximum Power Kw Electric Motor: 16
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 730
- Power Maximum Torque Electric Motor (nm): 250
- Power Measurement Standard: Eec
- Power Primary Or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
- Secondary Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 557
- Secondary Power Maximum Power (kw): 410
- Secondary Power Maximum Torque (nm): 730
- Secondary Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
Roof
- Front Sunroof Location: Front
- Front Sunroof Operation: Remote
- Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Safety
- Anti Collision System Activates Brake Lights
- Anti Collision System Activates Seat Belts
- Anti Collision System Auto Emergency Braking
- Anti Collision System Brakes At Low Speed: Front
- Anti Collision System Driver Monitor
- Anti Collision System Emergency Driver Intervention System
- Anti Collision System Minimum Speed To Activate (km/h): 7
- Anti Collision System Operates Above 50 Km/h
- Anti Collision System Operates Below 50 Km/h
- Anti Collision System Pedestrian Collision Mitigation Steering
- Anti Collision System Pedestrian Cyclist Avoidance System
- Anti Collision System Programmable Distance
- Anti Collision System Visual Acoustic Warning
- Autonomous Drive Active Lane Control
- Autonomous Drive Level: 2 - Partial Automation
- Front Airbag Driver Location: Driver
- Front Airbag Passenger Location: Passenger
- Front Seat Belts Driver Height Adjustable
- Front Seat Belts Driver Pre Tensioners
- Front Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Height Adjustable
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Pre Tensioners
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
- Head Restraints Front Seats Location: Front Seats
- Head Restraints Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
- Head Restraints Rear Seats Number: 3
- Knee Airbags Driver Location: Driver
- Lane Departure Warning Activates Brakes
- Lane Departure Warning Activates Steering
- Lane Departure Warning Maximum Speed For Operation (km/h): 200
- Lane Departure Warning Maximum Speed For Operation (mph): 124
- Number Of Airbags: 9
- Overtaking Sensor Active Without Turn Signal
- Overtaking Sensor Buzzer
- Overtaking Sensor Manufacturer Code: 234
- Rear Seat Belts Center Seat Position: Centre
- Rear Seat Belts Center Type: 3-point
- Rear Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
- Rear Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
- Side Airbag Front Location: Front
- Side Airbag Rear Location: Rear
- Side Curtain Airbag All Three Rows Location: All Three Rows
Seats
- Driver Front Seat Active Massage
- Driver Front Seat Heated
- Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
- Driver Front Seat Location: Driver
- Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-way Electric
- Driver Front Seat Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 7
- Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable
- Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
- Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
- Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Electric
- Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
- Driver Front Seat Ventilated
- Front Rear Seat Active Massage
- Front Rear Seat Facing Direction: Front
- Front Rear Seat Heated
- Front Rear Seat Power Adjustable
- Front Rear Seat Reach Type: Electric
- Front Rear Seat Reclining Type: Electric
- Front Rear Seat Seating Capacity: 3
- Front Rear Seat Type: Split Bench
- Front Rear Seat Ventilated
- Passenger Front Seat Active Massage
- Passenger Front Seat Heated
- Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Memory
- Passenger Front Seat Location: Passenger
- Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-way Electric
- Passenger Front Seat Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 7
- Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable
- Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
- Passenger Front Seat Rear Passenger Control
- Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
- Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Electric
- Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
- Passenger Front Seat Ventilated
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Premium Leather
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Seating Configuration: 2+3
Service
- Intermediate Service Distance (km): 20000
- Intermediate Service Period (months): 12
- Intermediate Service Variable Distance Period
Steering
- Power Steering Variable Rack
- Power Steering Vehicle Speed Proportional
- Steering Wheel Electric Adjustment
- Steering Wheel Height Adjustment
- Steering Wheel Multi Function
- Steering Wheel Telescopic Adjustment
- Steering Wheel Type: Alloy & Leather
Storage
- Cup Holders Front Seats Location: Front Seats
- Cup Holders Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
- Refrigerated Storage Glove Compartment Location: Glove Compartment
Suspension
- Responsive Suspension Driver Selectable
- Responsive Suspension Type: Electronic
- Suspension Front Location: Front
- Suspension Front Spring Type: Air
- Suspension Front Stabilizer Bar
- Suspension Front Type: Wishbone
- Suspension Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
- Suspension Levelling Front Location: Front
- Suspension Levelling Front Operation: Automatic
- Suspension Levelling Rear Location: Rear
- Suspension Levelling Rear Operation: Automatic
- Suspension Rear Location: Rear
- Suspension Rear Spring Type: Air
- Suspension Rear Stabilizer Bar
- Suspension Rear Type: Multi-link
- Suspension Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Transmission
- Drive Descent Control System
- Drive Driven Wheels: 4x4
- Drive Four-wheel Drive Type: Full-time
- Transmission Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
- Transmission Gearchange Paddles
- Transmission Manual Mode
- Transmission Number Of Speeds: 9
- Transmission Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
- Transmission Type: Automatic
Ventilation
- Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
- Climate Control - Number Of Zones: 4
- Secondary Ventilation Controls Individual Rear Location: Individual Rear
- Secondary Ventilation Controls Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
- Ventilation System Digital Display
- Ventilation System Fragrance Diffuser
- Ventilation System Heater Type: Combustion
- Ventilation System Ion Filtering
Visibility
- Auto-dimming Driver Door Mirrors
- Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Driver
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
- Front Electric Windows: Front
- Heated Driver Door Mirrors/cameras
- Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras
- Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
- Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Passenger
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
- Privacy Glass Rear Location: Rear
- Privacy Glass Rear Side Location: Rear Side
- Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers
- Rear Electric Windows: Rear
- Rear View Mirror/camera Auto Dimming
- Rear View Window Type: Fixed
- Rear View Window Wipers: Intermittent
- Side Blind Location: Side
- Side Blind Type: Electric
Warranty
- Anti-corrosion Distance (km): Unlimited
- Anti-corrosion Duration (months): 360
- Oem Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
- Oem Powertrain Duration (months): 60
- Roadside Assistance Distance (km): Unlimited
- Roadside Assistance Duration (months): 360
- Total Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
- Total Powertrain Duration (months): 60
- Total Whole Vehicle Distance (km): Unlimited
- Total Whole Vehicle Duration (months): 60
- Whole Vehicle Oem Distance (km): Unlimited
- Whole Vehicle Oem Duration (months): 60
Weights
- Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3500
- Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3250
- Kerb Weight Includes Driver
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2785
Wheels
- Front Wheels Location: Front
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 22
- Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 9.5
- Front Wheels Tire Location: Front
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
- Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
- Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 285
- Front Wheels Two Tone
- Rear Wheels Location: Rear
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 22
- Rear Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 11.5
- Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
- Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
- Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 325
- Rear Wheels Two Tone

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2021 Mercedes-Maybach GLS Towing Capacity

Year	Braked Capacity from	Braked Capacity to
2021	3500Kg	3500Kg

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2021 Mercedes-Maybach GLS Fuel Economy

There are 1 different fuel economy figures for the Mercedes-Maybach GLS

The most fuel efficient Mercedes-Maybach GLS is the Mercedes-Maybach with a 9-speed Automatic which is powered by a 4.0L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection and uses 13L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.

Mercedes-Maybach GLS	Fuel Type	Combined
4.0L, 9-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	Premium Unleaded	-
4.0L, 9-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	Premium Unleaded	13.0 L/100km

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Cost of ownership

What are the running and servicing costs of a Mercedes-Maybach GLS?

The Mercedes-Maybach GLS has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 20,000 km, whichever comes first.

2021 Mercedes-Maybach GLS Warranty

What is the warranty on a Mercedes-Maybach GLS?

The Mercedes-Maybach GLS offers a 5 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.