Mercedes-Benz GLS 0-60 Times by Year & Trim

The quickest Mercedes-Benz GLS is the 2027 GLS AMG GLS 63 4.0L V8 biturbo with hybrid assist: 4.0 seconds 0-60 mph (manufacturer figure). The slowest 2027 version, the 2027 GLS 450 4MATIC 3.0L turbo I6 with mild hybrid, takes 5.4 seconds.

By CarWhere Research · Updated November 14, 2026 · Manufacturer figures unless labeled · How we source 0-60 times

Fastest trim
4.0 s
2027 AMG GLS 63 4.0L V8 biturbo with hybrid assist
Slowest trim in our data
6.9 s
2007–2012 GL450 4MATIC
Coverage
13 figures
Model years 2007–2027

Mercedes-Benz GLS 0-60 mph by year and trim

Newest model years first. Each row is one published figure with its source; a trim can appear more than once when the automaker publishes separate times by transmission or option (for example with launch control). As of November 14, 2026.

Model yearTrimhpDrivetrain0-60 mphSource
2027
AMG GLS 63 4.0L V8 biturbo with hybrid assist
603AWD4.0 sManufacturer [1][2][3]
2027
580 4MATIC 4.0L V8 biturbo with mild hybrid
GLS 580 4MATIC 4.0L V8 biturbo with mild hybrid
530AWD4.6 sManufacturer [1][2][3]
2027
450 4MATIC 3.0L turbo I6 with mild hybrid
GLS 450 4MATIC 3.0L turbo I6 with mild hybrid
375AWD5.4 sManufacturer [1][2][3]
2021–present
X167
AMG GLS 63
4.0L twin-turbo V8 with EQ Boost (48V)
603AWD (4MATIC+)4.1 sManufacturer [4][5][6]
2021–present
X167
Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC
4.0L twin-turbo V8 with EQ Boost (48V)
550AWD (4MATIC)4.8 sManufacturer [7][6]
2020–2023
X167
580 4MATIC
4.0L twin-turbo V8 with EQ Boost (48V)
483AWD (4MATIC)5.2 sManufacturer [8][6]
2020–2023
X167
450 4MATIC
3.0L turbo inline-6 with EQ Boost (48V)
362AWD (4MATIC)5.9 sManufacturer [8][6]
2017–2019
X166
AMG GLS63
5.5L twin-turbo V8
577AWD (4MATIC)4.5 sManufacturer [9][10]
2017–2019
X166
GLS550 4MATIC
4.7L twin-turbo V8
449AWD (4MATIC)5.2 sManufacturer [11][10]
2017–2019
X166
GLS450 4MATIC
3.0L twin-turbo V6
362AWD (4MATIC)6.5 sManufacturer [12][10]
2013–2016
X166
GL63 AMG
5.5L twin-turbo V8 (AMG)
550AWD (4MATIC)4.9 sManufacturer [13][14]
2008–2012
X164
GL550 4MATIC
5.5L V8
382AWD (4MATIC)6.4 sManufacturer [15][16]
2007–2012
X164
GL450 4MATIC
4.7L V8
335AWD (4MATIC)6.9 sManufacturer [15][16]

Manufacturer 0-60 times are the automaker's own claims, often measured with a one-foot rollout and launch control; instrumented tests by publications use their own procedures. Compare like with like.

Mercedes-Benz GLS specs by model year

Engine, transmission, fuel economy, dimensions and safety ratings for each year.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the 0-60 of the Mercedes-Benz GLS?

The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLS runs 0-60 mph in 4.0 to 5.4 seconds depending on trim and transmission (manufacturer figures). The quickest GLS in our data is the GLS AMG GLS 63 4.0L V8 biturbo with hybrid assist (2027) at 4.0 seconds.

How fast is the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLS?

By published 0-60 mph times: AMG GLS 63 4.0L V8 biturbo with hybrid assist 4.0 s (603 hp); AMG GLS 63 4.1 s (603 hp); 580 4MATIC 4.0L V8 biturbo with mild hybrid 4.6 s (530 hp); Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC 4.8 s (550 hp); 450 4MATIC 3.0L turbo I6 with mild hybrid 5.4 s (375 hp). Figures are the quickest the source publishes for each version (launch control or performance packages where noted).

What is the fastest Mercedes-Benz GLS?

The quickest Mercedes-Benz GLS to 60 mph is the GLS AMG GLS 63 4.0L V8 biturbo with hybrid assist (2027), at 4.0 seconds (manufacturer figure) with 603 hp.

Sources

  1. 2027 GLS 450 4MATIC SUV specifications | mbusa.com, accessed 2026-11-08.
  2. 2027 GLS 580 4MATIC SUV specifications | mbusa.com, accessed 2026-11-08.
  3. 2027 AMG GLS 63 SUV specifications | mbusa.com, accessed 2026-11-08.
  4. Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 SUV Specifications.
  5. Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2027 Mercedes-Benz USA Model Line Updates.
  6. Wikipedia — Mercedes-Benz GLS (X167) (secondary).
  7. Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2021 Mercedes-Maybach GLS SUV Quick Reference Guide.
  8. Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS SUV Quick Reference Guide.
  9. Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2017 Mercedes-AMG GLS63 Specifications.
  10. Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS Quick Reference Guide.
  11. Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS550 4MATIC Specifications.
  12. Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 4MATIC Specifications.
  13. Mercedes-Benz USA media — The new Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG (legacy release).
  14. Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Suggested Retail Prices (legacy release).
  15. Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Technical Data (legacy release).
  16. Mercedes-Benz USA media — First-Class Performer: The New Mercedes-Benz GL-Class (legacy release).