BIG CHANGES! -- The 2024 Mercedes GLS 450 is BETTER Than Ever! (Design + Tech)

Here's the Refreshed 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450! For 2024, Mercedes has made some visual changes and big tech and safety upgrades to their flagship SUV! So is this BIG Mercedes the BIG Winner to buy? Or should you buy the new competition: the BMW X7, Audi Q7 or Cadillac Escalade? Go ahead: CLICK to find out :) Also, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and tap the notification bell if you enjoyed this review -- it helps us more than you can imagine!
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0:00 Intro
1:30 Detailed Exterior Walkaround
4:23 Interior Design & Technology
11:11 Rear Seats & Cargo
16:36 Test Drive & Impressions
22:53 Pricing
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[@BrandonG8Man]

$106k and no rear sunshades? Wow. The three pointed star insanity just keeps on keeping on.

[@richardoeser5643]

I’m surprised they didn’t stick a 4 cylinder in it as well.

[@damian8792]

@@richardoeser5643this comment is hilarious 😂bc mercedes would totally do this

[@papagen00]

no biggie i always tint all the glass.

[@bradleyscarreviews]

It's an option.

[@dothedishes3427]

Supercharged and Turbo designed to run on racing fuel. 100 octane

[@marcusturner5291]

Nice video keep up the good work fellas

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

I love Mercedes & I will try to buy one guys.

[@alberttomy3724]

Pls make a video about the GLS 63 amg as well🙏🙏

[@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790]

Awesome job with my dream Mercedes guys.

[@mistermudit]

Mercedes brings the pinnacle of technology and design. One day I hope to afford it.

[@QultraS]

Don't worry it was long time before,but no longer MB at all

[@mwn7521]

Add fog lights with rectangle shape and round LED or Bi xenon lightbulbs inside.

[@harold1901]

I'm not surprised at all. It's matter of time. I feel bad for the drivers. NEMF filed chapter 11 and then went under in 2020. They were unionized as well.

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Great review, thanks for getting Hot’N’Cold stuck in my head Mason!😉

[@CarConfections]

😂😂

[@1784werewolf]

Problem of start stop is not you noticing but the fact you destroy your starter due to much higher number of cycles. It is really great to save several mls of fuel everytime it switches off/on the engine saving pennies and then having to pay for starter replacement of several thousands for a new one + working hours

[@trippplefive]

yeah im pretty sure these cars don’t use traditional starters anymore. they use starter generators . much more reliable than old school start /stop

[@smmsex]

​@@trippplefive К сожалению, нет.

[@mistuhjawknee5505]

I have it right now, it absolutely destroys batteries too.

[@antigay4123]

@@trippplefive only if it's a hybrid version.

[@juanzingarello4005]

It takes a typical 2.5L 4-cylinder engine approximately 4 hours of running at idle to save only a gallon of gas. It is literally negligible the amount you save. This gimmick is literally just to appease the climate change trolls by attempting to curb emissions from idling at the expense of the consumer. Nothing more. The problem is, the best way to get people to accept this stupid feature is by making a claim that you will be saving money on fuel because nobody could give two s***s about emissions. I have it in my Cadillac and I shut it off each time I start the car. I literally don't even know how it works in this car because since I bought it I don't give it a chance to work and nor do I care. Its annoying and if I could have the option I would have it disabled permanently. Also, supposedly cars with this feature have more robust starters and batteries. Good. Then since I refuse to use this feature its nice to know my car has a more robust starter and battery and don't need to worry about these two components failing prematurely.

[@mohammadalbaba7811]

@carconfections Im surprised you didn’t check the db reading Also, how would you compare the ride comfort/suspension of this car Vs the x7 bmw?

[@CarConfections]

Check out part 2 for our updated test drive and sound level readings!

[@waseemNOOR-110]

very impressive 👏👏🏆

[@nickabbatiello828]

Awesome review of the 2024 Mercedes Benz GLS!!! You guys are THE BEST!!!

[@CarConfections]

Thanks so much!

[@lukejeung4615]

Thank you for reviewing this. It looks good 4 sure,but it kinda reminds me of old Honda Pilot front-end grill along with KIA tail lamps and 6k more?! Oh man! I'm glad I picked 2023 model with AMG night pkg, including auto sunshade, much less price. Phew~😅

[@FCM415]

But the front grill looks so basic 😢

[@manojrajappan4033]

Agree...or a hyundai

[@jeremysantaana859]

My dream SUV 😍🔥

[@futurepaver2039]

Where are the controls for the 3rd row 5 zone climate?

[@arunpaul2301]

Why did they FC UK up the good old grill?

[@susantiano2266]

I just got my GLS 450 about 3 days ago, and ,of course, I love it. However, as in any new car, there is a lot to learn. That is why I am looking at this video. However, your tutorial seems to assume the person watching this has had the Mercedes for the last couple cars. I had them 2 cars ago, but when you say this is like last year, I'm thinking, 'am I going to have to look at the book for that?' I will check around to see if I can find a more detailed review. Thanks though for what you have covered so far.

[@zackgalante4899]

❤🔥 love it

[@brandonyen7837]

I’m a Benz owner , I would get this instead of a Jeep wagoner with about the same prices 😂

[@whoeverwhoever400]

can't wait for the GLS 63

[@marcellowithtwols]

You started off in one car (dark brown seats), then moved to one with a completely different interior color... What were the two different color names for the different cars? Thx

[@darriontunstall3708]

Man, I really love it! It’s worth the price!! I love all Mercedes

[@user-zz9pz1xi8g]

It only seats 5 passengers?

[@jakeywakey4424]

HAHA I THOUGHT THAT WAS THE MERCEDES MAKING A RATTLING NOISE IN THE BEGINNING 😂😂 “typical Mercedes” was the first thing I thought😂

[@batmore1]

At the end of the video on your graphics, you listed this vehicle as GLE, I think you meant GLS. Also did you do a noise level check? You guys are awesome by the way.

[@batmore1]

Just noticed you didn't get to drive it, reason for no sound level check. Thanks.

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! Yes, that was a typo but the prices themselves are correct still 👍

[@MercOne]

Looks much better than before, more distinctive. They finally during the time when the GLS580 was not available, allowed you to spec the AMG pack on the 450. Never understood why you couldn't before, it was a totally bonehead decision.

[@MercOne]

@sairama9248No one is being cheated. It’s a facelift not a new vehicle.

[@softroseforyou7457]

Beautiful SUV! Love it on the inside and outside.

[@telliesmith9825]

Looks the same to me have to see side by side to really see the difference

[@noelsilva8887]

Nice and everything but I take a Toyota grand highlander over this because of the cool middle row but also everything is power and soon or later that break down and cost a lot to fix vs Toyota that you fold yourself so it least longer. And Toyota has more cargo space.

[@okugborvictor7033]

I can't wait to see the s class dashboard on gls and g wagon.... I always make research on that interior dashboard for Mercedes SUV... I really want to see that on g wagon and gls. ( the new S class and E class interior has been the best for Mercedes now

[@king_god_pro3067]

Looks great 👍

[@maliedivine]

Does it have great acceleration? My 2015 Honda Odyssey has the worst acceleration. I like the smooth without any choke.

[@darwaishx]

How does this compare to 2023 Escalade Premium Luxury? Price for both is very similar, Escalade is little bigger and needs more gas. For someone who need 3rd row for adults which one would you suggest?

[@eranmaron909]

Not the same category

[@hamida.1054]

Cadillac escalade is much, much better. You feel it worth your money. But not this one.

[@kyle223cat]

Can’t imagine optioning piano black PLASTIC which looks ok new but feels cheap and will just show finger prints and smudges. I’d choose a metal or wood trim.

[@LilRick96]

Piano black plastic even on the damn exterior kills me as a detailer 🤦🏽‍♂️. I'm currently polishing/ceramic coating a Range Rover Sport and last week I did a BMW i4 m50 and the piano black trim is HORRIBLE to deal with 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@LilRick96]

Piano black plastic even on the damn exterior kills me as a detailer 🤦🏽‍♂️. I'm currently polishing/ceramic coating a Range Rover Sport and last week I did a BMW i4 m50 and the piano black trim is HORRIBLE to deal with 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@lucashuang637]

ok so how is this running the older mbux? the refresh has the 2nd gen mbux.

[@CarConfections]

This is updated compared to 2023

[@lucashuang637]

yeah should've watched the entire video, I got confused when I skipped to see your previous test drive😂😂@@CarConfections

[@vasolazovic3670]

you can dry your towel on the grill lol 2013 x166 gl best car i ever owned,built like a tank,seats firm perfect for long trip,unlike vw taos which i own now that gives me back pain after a long drive

[@HamzaKhan-uc5zo]

wow, they got rid of the household style outlet?

[@rosak9312]

Oh wow so great 👍 and very beautiful 😍❤️ and the engine 🚂🚒 very strong and powerful for the off 🛣️ road 💪🛣️ or high way and very good design with the new 🆕 technology for the new 🆕 generation hument and very easy to drive and comfortable❤.

[@ratkopetrovic4959]

Thank you Ed Norton guys.

[@patrickaustin8528]

I finally figured out the GL line up. Same letters as the sedans. C E And S.

[@armenmalkhasian45]

Nice video. Can we get 2024 GLE 450 review?

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! If we can find one!

[@johngeorge5684]

WOW

[@crazylala2003]

Great to see Mercedes Benz implementing amber turn signals across their lineup 👍

[@konstantinkennedy9294]

DOT for US.

[@alberttomy3724]

GLS 63 amg vs bmw xb7 alpina !!!!!

[@bradleyscarreviews]

Wow! You actually did what I asked for! Thanks so much. It's a great vehicle. Would you guys pick this or the X7? You made a mistake with pricing info! You have the pricing correct, but its GLS, not GLE lol.

[@jav0nn]

X7 😍

[@frankfrank9437]

What about the ventilated front seats, did I miss that?

[@JRB41]

X7, Mercedes reliability is 👎🏻

[@MercOne]

@@JRB41 And BMW reliability is supposed to be better? In what world is this?

[@brianfru1025]

@@JRB41 BMW IS MUCH WORSE

[@papagen00]

I'm getting the GLS instead of GLE. I don't need the 3rd row (single guy loner) but the ride is far superior to GLE.

[@samhodson6470]

I totally agree.

[@noelsilva8887]

Wow no cool seats on a $106 K suv but you get cool seats on Hyundai or Toyota grand highlander? Damn Mercedes? 🥵

[@angelarichmond6047]

Do you plan to do the sound on the GLS?

[@CarConfections]

When we do a full test, yes! 👍

[@jiongli098]

Why no cabin noise test for this review?

[@CarConfections]

Please see part 2 of this review with an updated drive portion!

[@kallyng2000]

Hey! When are we going to see bmwx7 vs. gls comparison

[@CarConfections]

Next Sunday!

[@kallyng2000]

@CarConfections thanks for your reply . I had a test drive of the x7 and have been waiting for more than a month to test drive the gls. So your comparison will help me make my purchase. The 3rd row is my concern. The grand highlander would have been an alternative, but the platinum just comes short of certain features.

[@83gmike]

Am I the only one who thought the Katy perry comment was hilarious? 😂

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

These tan headliners are just terrible.

[@oxtinposs9451]

Can’t tell this from a ‘23 model year.

[@inchlorIentztJiIu]

All that pleather 😂

[@uzimizer]

It reminds me of the new honda odyseyy

[@syedarmaghanhassan4652]

16:06 85 inches of lean?

[@matthewthefly1506]

Same car in Europe costa 150.000$ Why?

[@c2environmental429]

For as much as these cars cost, it is mind boggling to me that the remote start function is not available via the key fob. The app is so glitchy and often doesn't work. My husband's old Ford truck has better remote start and user interface functionality than my Mercedes does!

[@dothedishes3427]

And now the Hyundai Santa Fe has power second row

[@thatdudelj23]

Rather get the x7

[@onterrioredmon5711]

I’d still get the Escalade over the gls that’s a gle with a 3rd row seat

[@rms9224]

You’ll pay about 15-20k more for an Escalade with all these options. Unless you get the stripped down version, which is little to be desired when compared to MB.

[@darwaishx]

⁠@@rms9224I am looking at 2023 Escalade Premium Luxury and GLS 450. Escalade with performance and touring package along with super cruise etc. is around 100K. GLS 450 with some of the options come out to be the same. From specs i believe 3rd has almost same legroom, however Escalade has 3 passengers in 3rd row. Debating which one to go with :)

[@onterrioredmon5711]

@@rms9224 no u won’t the Escalade is bigger and looks better u can get nice well equipped Escalade for 95k

[@Zach-bg6ub]

Honestly, I’d rather get the Honda palisade. Cheaper and I can get VENTILATION SECOND ROW SEATS. And that’s like 55 to 60 grand less.

[@TripleMachine]

Honda Palisade? Lol. You mean Hyundai.

[@jackz4149]

“I’d rather get blah blah blah” tell me you’re broke without telling me you’re broke… Mercedes GLS’s ride and handling, chassis tuning, sound insulation and tech are simply levels above Palisade therefore it costs more

[@Lucky-gk7ez]

@@jackz4149 It’s the best or nothing! Mercedes is king! 😎

[@scottbrawley407]

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 4MATIC Pinnacle AMG Line Night Package!

[@ongodfuckevin837]

Looks more like the Sprinter now

[@membershipmovement]

GMC Yukon Denali comes in at $110k fully loaded... yikes!! GLS 450 any day please!

[@bravo1224]

I test drove this car today and I gotta say it was pretty disappointing. I’m currently driving a Tesla Y and while it’s a good car I want something that drives smoother over bumps and other road imperfections…the GLS felt exactly the same as my Y and I even confirmed with the sales rep that I was driving in comfort mode…not sure why all these reviewers are glazing the air suspension on this car and saying it feels like you’re driving on a cloud - it feels very similar to other non-luxury cars. The other thing is that the seats are pretty darn stiff and the leather looked and felt, I dunno…tough and tacky up close. In terms of fit and finish, something was squeaking during the whole test drive and I heard rattles over most bumps. Then to top it off, when we were done with the drive and the rep tried showing us how to lower the third row using the buttons in the back, it wouldn’t work 🤦🏻‍♂️…that was awkward. So much so that when I politely thanked him and told him I’d “think about it” he just awkwardly smiled and didn’t even try and keep me there to move forward with the sale lol. I’ve never owned a Mercedes but if this car is one of their ‘flagship’ vehicles I think I’ll pass 😬.

[@samhodson6470]

What's that background noise when the hood up...lawnmowers?

[@CarConfections]

Leaf blowers. The bane of our existence 😭

[@stevemarkle3573]

Useless comment.

[@dimmacommunication]

IMHO the GLS deserves the v8

[@mistuhjawknee5505]

the power folding seats are a huge mistake. that engine will absolutely break in a couple yeras with regular use. and being a mercedes, it will cost $3k to fix it. anyone actually using third row seats won't be able to use this as a daily

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

@06:34 nice dash not like some with a huge iPad glued to the dash , just wish the 3rd row was gone for us who have no need ,want or will ever use a 3rd row no 3rd row could have. large under floor locker to stash drones , camera s and other goodies out of view

[@bearstokes9030]

Why does REFRESH mean a HIGHER PRICE

[@hehuang5533]

the interior of Mercedes is too ugly, why hey have those many strings..... I feel I gonna be cut to pieces, I would rather pick one X5/X7.

[@bearstokes9030]

I think the JEEP GRAND WAGONEER INTERIOR IS SO MUCH BETTER

[@WaywardAnalysis]

Why would anyone want 23" tires, or even 22" ones. These large tires with meager aspect ratios turns the SUV into an unreliable vehicle, prone to 10X the damages and 1/10th longetivity along with harsh rides for any non-perfect road conditions.

[@Musicfillsyoursoul-1997]

Please take it off road guy's 😂

[@Lucky-gk7ez]

What’s going on KZbin!

[@tanekiagrant8479]

Wow that's a cheap Mercedes and buy cheap I mean not cheap

[@mwn7521]

GLS is not M-Bz flagship. G class is

[@ejohnson3131]

It looks dated just by looking at the thumbnail. It looks like a 2012 GLK 350. So $100K+, no thanks!

[@hamida.1054]

A toyota highlander drives much better than this. I had both 2022 models at the same time.

[@thebigone6071]

This the kind of car my boo boo needs to get me ASAP!!! And if you complaining about the price you too poor for my fine cakes!!! My donk deserves only the best boo! Sorry not sorry!!!!!

[@JRB41]

I’d rather get a BMW X5/X7, or save 55k and go with a fully loaded Hyundai Palisade…

[@tobyhwang5703]

Gls 63 better

[@AustinBraydenShow]

First

[@globalinvestor7481]

Mercedes quality has gone down

[@user-xl2dg9kp2b]

Car confections This or Cadillac escalade

[@jav0nn]

Cadillac

[@user-xl2dg9kp2b]

@@jav0nn this is relevant. because the gls, except for one area, the spaces that are inferior to the escalade, is superior almost everywhere. the gls has better build quality, is more luxurious, has better driving behavior, better ride quality, better sound insulation, much richer equipment ( for example, it has electric heated and air-conditioned seats with massage function in the second row of seats, when at the same time the Escalade only has heated seats in the second row of seats.

[@jav0nn]

@@user-xl2dg9kp2b i still choose cadillac sorry 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@user-xl2dg9kp2b]

@@jav0nn objectively the best car overall is the gls. but of course everyone gets what they like and what can meet their needs. the escalade is an excellent car, you can't say that it isn't. simply the gls is a step above almost everything.

[@G-Rated]

@@user-xl2dg9kp2bThe GLS does not have superior build quality than an Escalade. Also, no one shops in this segment prioritizes spirited driving, not in _any_ three row full size SUV. All you did was point out what the GLS offers that the Escalade don’t. The reality is they share majority of features, and there are a handful available on the Cadillac that you can’t even option on the GLS. But way to be biased and upsell one vehicle over the other.

[@jbaru648]

🥱

[@abelmoncy3851]

Bad design 😡😡😡

[@SuperChrishodge]

Guess how I know you can’t afford one….

[@abelmoncy3851]

The 2021 model is good