Mercedes-Maybach Teases 2026 GLS SUV at $180,000 as Light-Up Star Misses Launch
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Updated · CarBuzz · Jul 21
Mercedes-Maybach Teases 2026 GLS SUV at $180,000 as Light-Up Star Misses Launch
3 articles · Updated · CarBuzz · Jul 21
Summary
$180,000 is the expected starting point for Mercedes-Benz's refreshed Maybach GLS, which the company teased with a greeting-light display ahead of a full reveal.
The update brings a revised front end, stacked star-shaped LED running lights and an illuminated grille, but Mercedes said the illuminated hood star will arrive only shortly after launch in some markets.
Underneath, the ultra-luxury SUV is expected to mirror the refreshed GLS with a revised twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8, upgraded 4Matic hardware and a dashboard-wide Superscreen using Mercedes' MB.OS software.
U.S. dealers will get the standard refreshed GLS in the second half of 2026, with the Maybach version likely following months later as Mercedes targets Bentley Bentayga and Rolls-Royce Cullinan buyers.