Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS 63

Shopping for a three-row SUV means balancing priorities of seat quantity versus comfort. If the number of seats trump all, many three-row SUVs offer a second-row bench, but other models give up the second-row middle seat for captain’s chairs.

Along with general excellence, the best cars represent ultimate luxury in their class and/or are exceptionally well-rounded, providing luxury along with above-average usability and drivability.

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS three-row SUV carries over except for a new AMG variant.

There are lots of choices among the cheaper-to-buy-and-drive mid-size SUVs that, when properly configured, can safely tow at least 5,000 pounds.

Shopping for a three-row SUV means balancing priorities of seat quantity versus comfort. If the number of seats trump all, many three-row SUVs offer a second-row bench, but other models give up the second-row middle seat for captain’s chairs.

The 2026 Mercedes-AMG GLS63 Manufaktur Arctic Silver Edition will go on sale later this year, but the automaker has not yet said how many vehicles will come to the U.S., or how much they will cost.

For the 2025 model year, the only changes for the GLS are new interior and exterior color choices and the available Manufaktur Signature Interior Package, which includes a Nappa leather interior.

Find out four things we like about the 2024 Mercedes-AMG GLS63 and three things we don’t.

For 2024, Porsche takes the top spot for premium brands as well as the overall crown, with Mini taking the honors among mass-market brands.

The 2024 Mercedes-AMG GLS63 is super quick, super loud, super expensive — and super cool.