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2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

US · SUV · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 5.5L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 4.7L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
4WD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
5.5L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 4.7L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Combined Economy
14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
4WD
Transmission
Automatic
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 5.5L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 4.7L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Displacement3.0 L to 5.5 L
Cylinders6 to 8
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionAutomatic
Gears7 to 9
Drivetrain4WD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
City13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
Highway17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data at the last check. Last checked November 10, 2026.

    Data sources

    • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 5, 2026 · US Government public data
    • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data

    Source checked: November 5, 2026

    Data verified: November 5, 2026

    Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What engine does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class have?

    Varies by configuration: 5.5L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 4.7L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

    What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class?

    Combined fuel economy is 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

    Is the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

    Drivetrain: 4WD.

    Are there recalls for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class?

    No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 10, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.