Bollywood actress Taapsee Pannu has recently added a touch of luxury to her garage by acquiring a Mercedes-Maybach GLS SUV. This exquisite vehicle appears to be adorned in the elegant Mojave Silver single-tone paint option. Taapsee, already a proud owner of a Mercedes-Benz GLE, has now expanded her collection within the Mercedes family.
As the flagship luxury SUV in the Mercedes-Benz lineup, the Maybach GLS has gained popularity in the Bollywood scene. Notably, other Bollywood stars like Rakul Preet Singh and Ranveer Singh have also embraced the Mercedes-Maybach GLS in recent times.
More About the SUV
The Mercedes-Maybach GLS represents the pinnacle of Mercedes-Benz SUVs, elevating luxury to a whole new level. This opulent SUV made its way to India in 2021, available in a single fully-loaded 600 4MATIC+ variant, currently priced at Rs 2.96 crore (ex-showroom Delhi).
Powertrain Details
Under the hood of the India-spec Maybach GLS resides a potent 4-litre V8 bi-turbo petrol engine delivering 557PS of power and 730Nm of torque. Additionally, it incorporates 48V mild-hybrid technology, providing an extra 22PS and 250Nm during intense acceleration and aiding overall efficiency. This powerplant is mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission and features an all-wheel-drive system.
Packed With Technology
The Maybach GLS boasts an array of cutting-edge technology and luxurious amenities. Inside, you’ll find two 12.3-inch connected screens, 64-color ambient lighting, wireless charging for both front and rear occupants, a panoramic sunroof, and a 7-inch MBUX tablet in the rear armrest for controlling various functions. Passengers can enjoy the convenience of rear electric sunblinds, an in-car refrigerator complete with champagne glasses, 4-zone climate control, optional 11.6-inch rear entertainment screens, and a premium 13-speaker Burmester sound system.
A distinctive feature of the Maybach GLS 600 is its adaptive and adjustable air suspension, which even includes a unique bounce mode.
Rivals in the Luxury SUV Segment
In the Indian market, the Mercedes-Maybach GLS competes with formidable rivals such as the Rolls-Royce Cullinan and Bentley Bentayga. It stands out as a top-tier luxury SUV, surpassing other German contenders like the BMW X7 and Audi Q7 in terms of opulence and exclusivity.
Taapsee Pannu’s choice of the Mercedes-Maybach GLS reflects her discerning taste and adds another layer of sophistication to her impressive car collection.
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