谍照记者曾在9月拍到了下一代奔驰GLS旗舰级SUV照片，现在另一辆重度伪装的测试车再次被记者拍到，这次进行雨中测试的车辆试图掩盖其宽大的轮拱。新一代GLS采用了新的MHA平台，该车将在多个方面获得多项重要提升。最重要的是，新的结构将显著降低这款七座车的重量，而灵巧的布局也将确保所有乘客都能获得充裕的空间。MHA平台还将让新车获得更多源自S级和E级车的半自动驾驶系统和功能，同时可提供电动动力系统。据传，新一代GLS将提供混动系统，包括一台3.0升汽油引擎和一台电机，总计输出功率超过298千瓦/400马力。而新的直列六缸引擎不仅动力更强劲，而且将扮演更重要角色。而AMG版本则搭载全新4.0升V8双涡轮引擎。据传新一代GLS将提供类似S级车型的迈巴赫版本，使其成为路虎揽胜SVAutobiographyLWB长轴距版和宾利添越竞争车型。为了抗衡宝马X7,2019款GLS标准版将很有可能在2019年亮相。
New Mercedes GLS Caught Testing In The Rain
We saw a prototype of the next generation of its flagship SUV in early September and now another mule with a lot of camouflage is back for another spy photo session, trying to hide its wide wheel arches in the rain.
Underneath the slightly larger body of the new GLS will be the new MHA platform, which will provide a number of important improvements on multiple fronts. Most importantly, the new architecture will bring a noticeable weight reduction for the massive seven-seat SUV, while a cleverer packaging will ensure all passengers on board will enjoy a proper accommodation.
The MHA platform will also allow engineers to integrate more semi-autonomous systems and functions, derived from the S-Class and E-Class, as well as electrified powertrains. Rumors suggest Mercedes will expand the GLS’ engine lineup with a hybrid system, consisting of a 3.0-gasoline engine and an electric motor for a total output of well over 400 horsepower (298 kilowatts).
The automaker’s new inline-six motors are expected to play a major role on the market, while those searching for more power will be able to buy at least one proper AMG variant getting its power from the brand’s 4.0-liter biturbo V8. One of the rumors we heard recently suggests the new GLS might receive a similar Mercedes-Maybach treatment as offered on the S-Class flagship sedan. It will be designed as a direct competitor for the Land Rover Range Rover SV Autobiography LWB and the Bentley Bentayga with many exclusive interior touches.
Aimed against the upcoming BMW X7, the standard 2019 GLS will, most likely, debut sometime in 2019.