2026 Mercedes GLE/GLS Facelift

[Rolf]

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The FL GLS looks already dated with those larger headlights, in this age of headlights becoming smaller and slimmer due to advanced LED tech, it uses headlights with even larger headlight housings than my 2016 W213 E-class.

I actually like most of the GLS interior, the changes done to the central air vents, the new wood and the leather used on the doors and seats look expensive and really great quality but the screens really spoil its interior.

How can Mercedes allow this flagship SUV to be launched with 3 screens with such massive black bezels? There is about 10cm of black bezel between the driver and middle screen and maybe 7 to 8cm between the central screen and the passenger screen. Even the top of bezel is close to 5cm thick!! WTF!!

They should have kept the same screen height as before or they should have fitted 14inch screens then the bezels would be thinner.

Its so cheap it hurts my eyes to look at it!!! This is worse than the Pre FL model!!

FL GLS:

Pre FL GLS:

 

[Merc1]

There is no denying that the headlights are way too big and the screens looks terrible. That said, watch it sell.

M

 

[Dopebouy]

I would bet that the EQE models are dying for sure. The GLC and C EVs will cover those. Now the EQS SUV has no real replacement coming in the short term, so I would say it might get the same updates as the EQS Sedan. The EQS SUV is so out of sight and irrelevant I'd forgotten it even exists. It is by far, IMO the ugliest of the EQ quartet.

M

The next EQS SUV should be an Escelade IQ competitor. The only way they can do this is if they make the next GLS ride on both an ICE & EV platform.

 

[Serpens]

The next EQS SUV should be an Escelade IQ competitor. The only way they can do this is if they make the next GLS ride on both an ICE & EV platform.

That is certainly not a requirement. The Escalade is itself is on a dedicated EV platform.

 

[Serpens]

Will the AMG GT SUV be a placeholder for the upcoming GLE EQ & GLS EQ SUVs ?

Absolutely not. That’s targeted to a completely different demographic.

 

[Merc1]

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[Esp5]

Good approach in the video; it's always interesting to see the human side of companies.

 

[Merc1]

One of the YouTubers is saying that the GLE63 and GLS63 will be shown in June.

M

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

One of the YouTubers is saying that the GLE63 and GLS63 will be shown in June.

M

When are we expecting the GLS Maybach?

I really don't see what the fuss is about the interior upgrades on the GLE and GLS. And certainly no upgrades that warrant the claims its now a true S. Typical journalists just regurgitating launch rubbish.

Apart from the new screens and vents, and some extra leather and trim options, it looks entirely the same to me. Same cheap plastics on the lower doors too.

 

[lukeswiss]

There is no denying that the headlights are way too big and the screens looks terrible. That said, watch it sell.

M

I think the interior is really nice, but I agree with you I think these headlights seem to go backwards, but I think I could still live with it. Probably such a well developed car at this point.

 

[Dopebouy]

One of the YouTubers is saying that the GLE63 and GLS63 will be shown in June.

M

Will they stay Cross-plane or they will be Flat-Plane V8s also?

 

[klier]

This screen issue is being blown out of proportion.

Yet you've made several posts in the 7er thread complaining about the screen.

But that's different of course.

 

[Swissbob]

Will they stay Cross-plane or they will be Flat-Plane V8s also?

Most probably Flatplane with this patented Exhaust.

 

[empower77]

The weird thing is that these will look so much better once the new Q7 and X5 drop…

 

[Merc1]

When are we expecting the GLS Maybach?

I really don't see what the fuss is about the interior upgrades on the GLE and GLS. And certainly no upgrades that warrant the claims its now a true S. Typical journalists just regurgitating launch rubbish.

Apart from the new screens and vents, and some extra leather and trim options, it looks entirely the same to me. Same cheap plastics on the lower doors too.

He didn’t mention the Maybach unfortunately.

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[Merc1]

I think the interior is really nice, but I agree with you I think these headlights seem to go backwards, but I think I could still live with it. Probably such a well developed car at this point.

Yep all the bugs should be long gone by now.

M

 

[Serpens]

Yep all the bugs should be long gone by now.

M

Meh. Mechanical bugs perhaps, but each one of these facelifts introduces new opportunities for software related bugs to ruin your ownership experience. The 2024 facelift was a disaster from a software standpoint and caused a huge spike in warranty claims in the U.S.

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

Yet you've made several posts in the 7er thread complaining about the screen.

But that's different of course.

I'm specifically referring to the fact that its not one integrated unit. I didn't mention anything about the screen being an acceptable ergonomic solution or design solution otherwise.

Ankowleging English not being your first language, this is once again dumbass territory for you. Read context and supporting statements before piping up like an idiot.

I'm not one of the younger guys that's going to tolerate your BS and finely honed troll skills Klier. You're one of the finest on here.

So kindly piss off and ignore my comments that get your lace panties in a twist.

 

[Dopebouy]

The weird thing is that these will look so much better once the new Q7 and X5 drop…

it’s weird how people hate whatever Mercedes comes up with until their competitors releases flops

 

[Uygar]

it’s weird how people hate whatever Mercedes comes up with until their competitors releases flops

Just shut up with your 5 year old nonsense ffs.