2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS — The Mercedes-Benz GLS, formerly Mercedes-Benz GL-Class, is a full-size luxury crossover SUV produced by Mercedes-Benz since 2006.
Trim: GLS 450
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS typically asks about $62,900 versus a $89,900 starting MSRP when new — roughly 70% retained. No NHTSA recalls are listed for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS in our refresh, though owners have filed 18 complaints — check the component breakdown below.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$62,900
70% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$89,900
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
0
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
18
Top: Unknown Or Other
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2024 GLS?
No recalls in our last refresh, but owners filed 18 complaints — review the top components below.
Recalls
No NHTSA recalls listed for this model year in our last refresh.
Owner complaints
18 complaints · 4 crash-related · 1 fire-related · 1 injuries reported. Top components:
- Unknown Or Other5
- Electrical System4
- Forward Collision Avoidance2
- Power Train1
- Seats1
- Structure1
- Tires1
- Visibility1
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
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The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4Matic Is A Posh & Pricey Luxury Family SUV
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How much does a used 2024 GLS cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $62,900 in typical used asking against a $89,900 starting MSRP — roughly 70% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $89,900
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $62,900
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 70% of MSRP
~$27,000 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2024 GLS?
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS sits 2 model years behind the newest 2026 — use the snapshot above for price and recall context before reading the full overview. The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The Mercedes-Benz GLS, formerly Mercedes-Benz GL-Class, is a full-size luxury crossover SUV produced by Mercedes-Benz since 2006. In each of its generations it is a three-row, seven-passenger vehicle positioned above the GLE. The GLS is considered the flagship of the marque's SUV lineup, although the body-on-frame G-Class is more expensive and has been in production longer. NHTSA lists 2024 configurations such as 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS SUV AWD. For the 2024 model year, published dimensions include overall length 206.3 in, width 79.9 in, height 72.4 in, and wheelbase 123.2 in, with curb weight around 5939.2 lb.
- Wheelbase 123.2 in
- Curb weight about 5939.2 lb
- About 206.3 × 79.9 in (L×W)
- EPA combined 21 mpg
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2024 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 375 hp, 21 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
375 hp
Combined MPG
21 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2024 selected trim (21 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$2,000
5-year energy
$10,000
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 21 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 3.0L Turbo I6
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 206.3 in
- Width
- 79.9 in
- Height
- 72.4 in
- Wheelbase
- 123.2 in
- Curb weight
- 5939.2 lb
- Seating
- 7
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 19
- Highway MPG
- 24
- Combined MPG
- 21
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | GLS 450 | Maybach GLS 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 375 hp | 550 hp |
| Engine | 3.0L Turbo I6 | 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Seating | 7 | 4 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 375 | — | — | — | AWD | |
| 550 | — | — | — | AWD |