05 Jun 2026 MERCEDES-AMG GLS 63 MANUFAKTUR ARCTIC SILVER SUV
Introduction
Mercedes-AMG has given its flagship seven-seat SUV an ultra-exclusive makeover with the 2026 GLS 63 MANUFAKTUR Arctic Silver Edition—a 450-unit run that fuses signature AMG muscle with the brand’s bespoke Manufaktur craftsmanship program.
Signature Exterior Finish
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Exclusive hue: MANUFAKTUR Arctic Silver Magno, a low-gloss matte paint normally reserved for special commissions.
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Contrasting details: High-gloss black window trim, mirror caps, and AMG Night Package elements set off the silver, while red AMG brake calipers add a vivid accent.
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Rolling stock: Standard 23-inch forged AMG cross-spoke wheels in black with a machined lip underscore the Edition’s stance.
Hand-Finished Interior
Inside, the GLS 63 elevates its already lavish cabin with two-tone MANUFAKTUR Carmine Red and Black Exclusive Nappa leather, featuring diamond quilting on all three rows.
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AMG Performance steering wheel trimmed in Alcantara and leather with Edition-specific badging.
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Illuminated MANUFAKTUR door sills plus deep-pile AMG floor mats finish the bespoke ambience.
Powertrain & Performance
| Spec | Value |
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| Engine | 4.0-L twin-turbo V8 with EQ Boost |
| Output | 603 hp / 627 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | ≈ 4.1 s |
| Top speed | 174 mph (electronically limited) |
The mild-hybrid EQ Boost starter-generator contributes an extra 21 hp and 184 lb-ft in short bursts, smoothing stop-starts and sharpening launch response. Power is routed through AMG’s nine-speed MCT transmission to a fully variable 4MATIC+ all-wheel-drive system with active rear-axle steering, keeping the 6,000-lb SUV remarkably agile.
Chassis & Technology Highlights
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AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL with 48-V roll stabilization for flatter cornering.
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AIRMATIC+ air suspension featuring bespoke Arctic Silver Edition tuning for a broader comfort-sport bandwidth.
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Updated MBUX with AMG-specific Supersport graphics and Edition-exclusive start-up animation.
Production, Pricing & Availability
Mercedes-AMG will build just 450 units worldwide, with allocations arriving at select U.S. dealers in late 2025 as 2026-model-year vehicles. Pricing has not been finalized, but with the standard GLS 63 starting at $150,650, expect the MANUFAKTUR Arctic Silver Edition to land in the mid-$160K range before options.
Why It Matters
The Arctic Silver Edition represents AMG’s growing strategy of ultra-luxury micro-series that combine head-turning finishes with full factory warranties—bridging the gap between standard production and in-house “One-Off” specials. For collectors, the paint-and-trim exclusivity plus tight build cap make this GLS 63 a future-classic SUV.
Written and curated by Ozzie Small
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