2020 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+ - Images, Specifications and Information

A new feature makes a significant contribution to the AMG-specific tuning for high levels of driving dynamics: the active roll stabilisation system AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL on a 48-volt basis with two independently operating, electro-mechanical actuators at the front and rear axle. It precisely compensates body movements and ensures precisely controllable, direct handling even at the critical limits.

When cornering, active electro-mechanical stabilisers at the front and rear axle generate a fully variable control moment that counteracts rolling movements and allows optimum self-steering and load cycle characteristics. In addition, it increases ride comfort when driving in a straight line because stimuli by one-sided road bumps are balanced out, for example. Movements in the body can be actively and optimally adjusted to the driving conditions. This means that the hallmark AMG form of the driving characteristics regarding dynamics, precision and response can be even more intensively experienced by the driver.

Another benefit compared with the usual hydraulic-based systems is the significantly faster response. The AMG control system can adapt the driving status to the conditions within milliseconds. There is also the low weight of the components compared with the usual solutions.

For maximum traction and dynamics, the new GLS 63 is equipped with AMG Performance 4MATIC+ fully variable all-wheel drive with fully variable torque distribution from 0:100 to 50:50 and an AMG electronic rear-axle locking differential. The intelligent control links the permanently driven rear axle variably with the front axle and continually calculates the optimum torque distribution - depending on the driving situation and the driver's wishes. The driver therefore benefits from the advantages of a traction-oriented all-wheel drive system, as well as those of pure rear-wheel drive, and from excellent handling characteristics on any surface. As well as traction and lateral dynamics, the all-wheel drive improves the longitudinal dynamics.

The latest generation of Mercedes-Benz driving assistance systems for cooperative support of the driver is also available for the new GLS 63 4MATIC+. These systems further enhance the level of active safety. As standard these include Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC with route-based speed adjustment, which uses information from LiveTraffic to recognise tailbacks or slow-moving traffic at an early stage and respond accordingly. With the Driving Assistance package Plus, Active Stop-and-Go Assist is substantially able to perform the tasks of keeping in lane and maintaining the safety distance with a high level of availability at speeds up to around 60 km/h. Moving off can be automatic up to one minute after coming to a stop. Once the tailback clears, the GLS accelerates back up to the speed preset for Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC with route-based speed adaptation.

The innovative operating and display concept MBUX features as standard in the GLS 63 4MATIC+ and includes numerous AMG-specific contents. With the Widescreen Cockpit, the instrument cluster and touchscreen multimedia display optically combine into one unit. Whether it's operated with the touchpad, Touch Control buttons on the steering wheel, by voice control or gesture control: the control concept is both versatile and flexible. Numerous functions can also be activated via the intelligent voice-operated control "Hey Mercedes". The optional MBUX Interior Assist also allows intuitive, natural operation of different comfort and MBUX functions by movement recognition and gestures, creating an even closer connection between the vehicle, driver and passengers.

The instrument cluster has its own specific details such as the AMG start-up menu and the four selectable styles: "Modern Classic", "Sport", "Discreet" or "Supersport". When the AMG-specific DYNAMIC SELECT drive programs "Trail" and "Sand" are activated, off-road-specific settings such as slope, incline and level can be selected and displayed on the instrument cluster.

The newly designed visualisations in the multimedia display enable further vehicle functions to be experienced even better, e.g. with an animated presentation of the driving assistance, vehicle and communication systems, and the drive programs.

AMG DYNAMICS has the intelligent control electronics for all vehicle-specific functions that enhance agility, for example steering, torque distribution, all-wheel drive and active stabilisers. This control allows widely variable driving dynamics, and therefore a highly variable driving experience - from moderate to sporty right up to extremely dynamic. AMG DYNAMICS provides the basis for the AMG DYNAMIC SELECT driving modes. The driver either selects the preconfigured mode using the AMG DYNAMIC SELECT switch, or defines the vehicle configuration himself/herself in "Individual" mode.

An overview of the six driving modes:

"Comfort": comfortable and fuel-efficient driving, e.g. thanks to early upshifts. Suspension and steering are set up for an emphasis on comfort.
"Sport": Sporty characteristics thanks to more agile response to accelerator pedal input, shorter shift times and earlier downshifts. More dynamic suspension setup.
"Sport+": Extremely sporty characteristics thanks to an even more agile throttle response, selective torque control for upshifts with cylinder suppression for optimum shift times. Increased idle speed for faster pulling away. An even more dynamic setup for suspension, steering and powertrain.
"Individual": individual adjustment of the drive system, transmission, AMG DYNAMICS, suspension and exhaust system. In addition, the gliding function is available in the "Reduced" and "Moderate" drive settings.
"Trail": safe driving at maximum performance on soft, muddy or slippery ground. The suspension is raised to a higher level (55 mm more ground clearance). From 70 km/h the suspension is automatically lowered again.
"Sand": the adjustments to the suspension and the 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive are made for sporty driving on loose, sandy surfaces. The suspension is raised to a higher level (55 mm more ground clearance). From 70 km/h the suspension is automatically lowered again.

The drive modes are linked to the AMG DYNAMICS agility control, which means that the handling characteristics can be even more closely matched with different requirements and driving conditions. Behind the umbrella term AMG DYNAMICS are the agility functions "Basic", "Advanced" and "Pro", whose functions are automatically selected by the respective driving mode. The further "Traction" and "Slide" levels come into effect in the off-road "Trail" and "Sand" drive programs when the ESP is deactivated.

Irrespective of the selected drive program, the driver can use the buttons in the centre console or the optional AMG steering-wheel buttons to directly select manual transmission mode, the preferred suspension level and also the exhaust system mode, for instance.

The electromechanical speed-sensitive power steering has a variable ratio. It impresses with its direct steering action and precise feedback. The steering power assistance is assigned to the various stages of the AMG DYNAMICS system. The configuration in "Basic" and "Advanced" is comfort-oriented. "Pro" has a configuration that supports a sporty driving style and gives more surface feedback.

Great tractive power, large brakes: the correspondingly dimensioned high-performance braking system reliably slows down the performance SUV even with heavier loads, and with short braking distances. 400 x 38 mm internally ventilated and perforated integral brake disks are used at the front axle, with 6-piston fixed callipers painted in grey with white AMG lettering. At the rear, the internally ventilated integral brake disks measure 370 x 32 mm and have a 1-piston floating calliper.
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