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Full-size luxury SUVs continue to evolve, offering advanced technology, refined performance, and spacious interiors. The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS enters the market with styling, comfort, and engineering updates. The 2025 Lexus LS 570 is a capable competitor, built with reliability and craftsmanship in mind. Shoppers in this segment often look for bold design, cutting-edge features, and powerful drivetrains. Both models deliver these qualities but take a different approach to luxury and driving dynamics.
Design & Style
The 2025 GLS showcases a strong visual presence with its sculpted body lines, redesigned grille, and LED lighting that integrates smoothly into its athletic profile. It offers a refined yet aggressive exterior that reflects its position at the top of the SUV lineup. High-end materials like leather, natural wood, and metal trims create a premium environment. The cabin feels open and upscale, with ample space across all three rows. In contrast, the Lexus LS 570 carries a more traditional aesthetic with a boxier silhouette and thicker proportions. The interior favors a high level of craftsmanship but leans toward a more conservative layout. While both models seat seven comfortably, the GLS offers a more modern and luxurious cabin experience with a balanced blend of utility and elegance.
Technology & Safety
Inside the GLS, dual 12.3-inch displays house the MBUX infotainment system, which integrates voice control, navigation, smartphone connectivity, and customizable settings. Features like augmented reality navigation and biometric authentication bring a futuristic edge to everyday driving. The LS 570 includes a wide touchscreen and a strong suite of safety features, but lacks the same level of interaction and customization. Lexus equips the LS 570 with its Safety System+ 3.0, which includes adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and a pre-collision system. However, the GLS extends its technology to active parking assistance, cross-traffic alert, and enhanced driver monitoring. Both vehicles offer strong safety records, but the GLS pushes ahead with more innovation and user-focused tech features.
Performance
Under the hood, the 2025 GLS 450 features a turbocharged inline-six engine with EQ Boost mild-hybrid technology. It delivers smooth power delivery and quick acceleration while maintaining solid fuel efficiency for a vehicle in this class. The 4MATIC® all-wheel-drive system provides confident traction in changing road conditions. The LS 570 uses a V8 engine tuned for durability and torque, especially in off-road situations. While capable, the engine feels less refined in daily driving, producing more noise under acceleration. The GLS offers a more composed ride with adaptive air suspension and refined tuning for highway cruising or spirited handling. The LS 570 stays rooted in its body-on-frame setup, giving it a truck-like feel that some buyers may prefer, but it sacrifices comfort and refinement.
The Bottom Line
The 2025 GLS and the LS 570 both bring different strengths to the table. The GLS offers advanced technology, high-end materials, and smooth performance to meet the expectations of today’s luxury SUV buyers. The LS 570 focuses on capability and traditional luxury but shows its age in comparison. If you're looking for a vehicle that combines performance, innovation, and modern luxury, one stands out with its precise attention to detail and dynamic driving experience.
Schedule a Test Drive Today
Experience the difference in person by exploring the new GLS SUV lineup. Schedule a test drive at Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown today to see its performance, technology, and comfort up close.


