From Autoweek · Mark Vaughn · · 1m 40s
2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE and GLS Improved
2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE and GLS get 40% new parts, AI features, and powertrain upgrades.
In brief
2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE and GLS get 40% new parts, AI features, and powertrain upgrades. Mercedes-Benz launches 2027 GLE and GLS SUVs with 40% new parts, AI integration, and improved powertrains for the American luxury market. Originally reported by Autoweek.
Mercedes-Benz History
Mercedes-Benz invented the automobile 140 years ago and hasn’t let us forget it since.
M-Class Legacy
The 1997 M-Class begat today’s GLE-Class while the 2006 GL-Class begat the GLS.
2025 Sales Figures
Last year over 63,000 GLEs sold at prices from $70,000 to just under $100,000.
2025 GLS Sales
The GLS sold just over 22,000 units in 2025 for prices between $94,000 and about $122,000.
2027 Facelift
The 2027 models get a second facelift with 40 percent new parts and 3,000 new components.
New Lighting
Both models get new head- and taillights with the Mercedes star logo that light up.
Interior Upgrades
The new dash offers ambient styles that transform the MBUX Superscreen into a living canvas of light color and emotion.
AI Integration
The latest MBUX Virtual Assistant integrates artificial intelligence from Microsoft, Google, and ChatGPT.
Powertrain Choices
The GLE 350 gets 255 hp and 295 lb-ft from a 2.0 turbo four-cylinder with electric compressor.
GLE 450 Performance
The GLE 450 4Matic delivers 375 hp and 413 lb-ft from a 3.0-liter straight-six engine.
GLE 500e Plug-in Hybrid
The GLE 500e plug-in hybrid adds an electric motor to peak at 429 hp and 502 lb-ft.
GLS 580 Engine
The GLS 580 gets 530 hp and 553 lb-ft from a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine.
The main idea
Mercedes-Benz launches 2027 GLE and GLS SUVs with 40% new parts, AI integration, and improved powertrains for the American luxury market.
