- Expected to be loaded with creaturely comforts and latest equipment

- To be powered by a 4.0-litre V8 petrol engine with a 48-volt on-board electrical system and integrated starter-alternator

- To be available in four-seat or five-seat layout option

The feature-rich luxury-defining, Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC will be launched in India today. Expected to be introduced in India via the CBU route, the upcoming SUV is expected to get the latest equipment and top-notch materials. Post-launch, the SUV will compete against the likes of Range Rover Autobiography, Bentley Bentayga, Maserati Levante, and Rolls-Royce Cullinan. Ahead of its official launch the German luxury car manufacturer, Mercedes-Benz has teased the upcoming model across its social media platforms.

Mechanically, the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC will be powered by a 4.0-litre V8 petrol engine with a 48-volt on-board electrical system and an integrated starter-alternator to generate 550bhp and 730Nm of torque. The engine comes mated to a 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission. The EQ Boost will offer an additional 21bhp and 250Nm of torque.

Visually, Maybach’s have always stood out from the regular line-ups and this trait will be seen with the upcoming GLS 600 4MATIC as well. The headlamps will get an intelligent lighting system with LED technology which will be complemented by a large star between two horizontal louvres in the radiator grille with curved chrome strips on both ends. The bumper will get a high-gloss black paint finish and chrome bashplate to enhance the SUV character. The windows get chrome surrounds which are further accentuated by large 22-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels.

As for the interior, the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 will be available in four-seat or five-seat layout option with Nappa leather upholstery in Nappa Magma Grey/Black or Nappa Mahogany Brown/Macchiato Beige as standard. The dashboard is adorned by a large touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The vehicle will get a distinctive cluster with three selectable display zones.More details about the vehicle will be known in the days to come.