Built with the philosophy of “One Man, One Engine,” the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG is a high-performance and off-road capable large luxury SUV. Designed to conquer any road, regardless of driving conditions, the all-new Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG delivers impressive performance at all times.
Produced by AMG, the performance racing division of Mercedes-Benz, the vehicle has been fitted with a handcrafted engine and offers superior off-road capabilities. While the exterior of the vehicle has been slightly redesigned, the interior of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG has been reimagined to be even more comfortable and luxurious than the past models.
The cabin has been fitted with latest convenience features for the comfort of all 7 occupants while the addition of advanced technologies ensures that every ride in this large luxury SUV by Mercedes-AMG is unforgettable. The newly added driver assistance features improve the ride quality and ensure that the driver is in command of the vehicle at all times.
Here is a review of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG available in the UAE with a closer look at its design, performance, safety features and more.
Design of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG stands out for its luxurious yet aggressive design. The exterior of the SUV features sharp lines and elegant curves that draw the attention of onlookers while the interior of the vehicle has been designed to be spacious and offer unparalleled comfort to all 7 occupants.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG has been designed to exult confidence and power without compromising the luxury appeal of the vehicle. From front to back, the exterior of the large SUV looks impressive and authoritative with sharp lines and angular edges.
The front fascia of the vehicle features a wide and large grille, a wider air dam and two large air intakes that work together to improve the engine cooling function of the vehicle. The larger air intakes have been widened to enhance the aerodynamics of the vehicle and improve the engine cooling function.
Two bold chrome bars can be seen in the middle of the grille that are attached to the Star Emblem in the center. The designers at Mercedes-Benz have added signature AMG design elements such as the “A wing” design of the air intakes, full-LED headlamps, aluminum running boards at the sides of the vehicle and chrome accents that can be seen around the windows, roof rails, tailgate and rear lower bumper.
The sides of the vehicle cut an impressive figure with a deeper beltline and sharp character lines that draw the attention of onlookers. The stance of the SUV is wide and agile, thanks to its muscular fenders, ground clearance of 12.5-inches and 21-inch AMG twin 7-spoke wheels that add to the sporty appeal of the vehicle.
The vehicle looks even more impressive with its wraparound LED taillights, integrated rear spoiler and chrome-tipped tailpipes. The exterior of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG is available in 11 colors that are Black, Canvansite Blue, Designo Diamond White Bright, Citrine Brown, Designo Hyacinth Red Metallic, Diamond Silver, Iridium Silver, Obsidian Black, Palladium Silver, Polar White and Tenorife Grey.
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Interior
The interior of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG is all-luxury, thanks to the addition of latest comfort and convenience features and advanced technologies. The spacious cabin can easily accommodate up to 7 occupants with plenty of legroom and headroom for all occupants in three rows of seats.
The designers at Mercedes-Benz have enhanced the luxury appeal of the vehicle with hand-finished real wood accents, subtle metallic details and hand-fitted upholstery.
The front of the cabin features 10-way power adjustable seats with memory setting and heating and ventilation system for the utmost comfort of its front row occupants. The rear of the cabin has 60/40 split folding second row heated seats and 50/50 split power folding third row seats that can be folded to increase the cargo capacity of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG to 93.8 cubic feet.
Some of the standout interior features and technologies include Nappa Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel, Three-zone Climate Control System, Panoramic Sunroof, COMAND Infotainment System with Touchpad Controller, 8-inch High-Resolution Color Screen, COMAND Navigation System, Bluetooth, 13-speakers Harmon Kardon LOGIC Sound System, SiriusXM, Voice Control System, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a lot more.
Performance of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG is a high-performance adventure-ready SUV that has been fitted with a handcrafted engine. The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG is an all-wheel drive SUV that has been powered by a 5.5-litre Biturbo AMG V8 engine capable of generating 585 horsepower and 760Nm of torque. Paired with a 7-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS automatic transmission, the 2018 GLS 63 AMG can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 4.6 seconds and has a top speed of 250 Km/h.
Thanks to the 4MATIC System, the vehicle has 40:60 front/rear torque distribution to improve the handling and driving dynamics of the vehicle. The vehicle has been fitted with AIRMATIC suspension that enhances the responsiveness of the vehicle and ensures a smoother ride. The Adaptive Damping System improves and optimizes the ride while the Active Curve System adds to the ride comfort, especially when driving around sharp turns.
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG has been fitted with the AMG Dynamic Select System that comes with four driving modes, which are Comfort, Slipper, Sport and Sport+, which can be selected as per the drive’s preference. The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG can also wade through up to 23.6-inches of water.
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Safety Features
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG has been fitted with latest safety features and advanced driver assistance technologies to ensure that the occupants feel safe and comfortable under any driving conditions.
Some of the standard safety features of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG include:
- Active Brake Assist
- Attention Assist System
- Distance Pilot DISTRONIC System
- Steering Pilot System
- Active LED Headlamps
- Trailer Stability Assist
- Adaptive Highbeam Assist
- Crosswind Assist
- Active Blind Spot Assist
- Speed Limit Assist
- Parking Pilot
- Surround View System
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Blind Spot Assist
- Active Lane Keeping Assist
- PRE-SAFE System
- PRE-SAFE PLUS System
- Seat Belt Technology
- Adaptive Braking Technology
- 11-way Air Bag Protection
- Anti-lock Braking System
- Brake Assist System
- Electronic Stability Program
- Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System
The optional safety features of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG include:
- Speed Alert System
- Crisis Assist System
- Automatic Collision Notification System
Price of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG in the UAE
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG is already available in the UAE with multiple customization options. The starting price of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63 AMG is AED 580,000 that can go higher with the optional features, technologies and customization selected.
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