- The 2027 Mercedes-Maybach GLS 680 debuts with a more powerful V8 engine.
- The twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine now produces 603 horsepower and 627 pound-feet of torque.
- The new GLS will go on sale later this year.
Now that Mercedes-Benz has updated its three-row GLS SUV, the automaker is ready to showcase the new Maybach edition. The 2027 Maybach GLS 680 will go on sale later this year, featuring a refreshed exterior, more powerful engines and a new cabin.
Under the hood is Mercedes’ latest twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8, the M1770 Evo, which now produces 603 horsepower and 627 pound-feet of torque. That’s an increase of 53 hp and 89 lb-ft over the old model. The V8 is electrified with a second generation starter generator.
Mercedes modified the GLS’s steering system, and the Maybach Airmatic comes standard with air suspension. Buyers will be able to opt for the automaker’s new E-Active Body Control, which actively controls spring and damper forces to counteract roll, pitch and lift.
Maybach GLS shines
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2027 Mercedes-Maybach GLS 680
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The 2027 Maybach GLS features an all-new front end with an illuminated grille surround. It also features an illuminated Maybach grille badge and an illuminated vertical Mercedes-Benz star – both firsts for the automaker.
Standard wheels are 22-inch with a 20-hole design. The optional 23-inch forged wheels feature a precision ball-bearing mechanism that keeps the wheel’s star logo vertically aligned.
Inside, like the standard GLS, the Maybach features the MBUX SuperScreen, the automaker’s triple-display setup, and comes with the automaker’s latest infotainment software. It has a rose gold dial, illuminated exterior climate control air vents and improved massage functionality for first and second row passengers.
The SUV comes with the advanced Burmester 3D surround system with Dolby Atmos as standard. The audio system now has two additional speakers and a more powerful 710-watt amplifier, for a total of 15.
Mercedes-Maybach GLS availability and price
The 2027 Mercedes-Maybach GLS 680 will start arriving at dealerships later this year. Mercedes did not reveal the price of the updated Maybach GLS.
The 2026 Maybach GLS with the 550-hp V8 has a starting price of $181,350, including destination charge. Mercedes will likely raise the price of the model, and we wouldn’t be surprised if it costs $185,000 or more.
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Motor1’s Opinion: It is the quintessential flagship SUV from Mercedes-Benz. It comes with more luxuries and features than already in the standard GLS, as well as more power on tap. It’s the pinnacle of Mercedes luxury, and will benefit from an updated design and cabin.
