Oscar Wilde pointed out more than century ago, "To live is the rarest thing in the world. Most people exist, that is all." Most people simply exist and they settle easily. They settle for average - average career, average relationships and a life full of average experiences. They find themselves an average car, which to them, is just a means of transport. But for people who refuse to settle for average and long for a life full of adventures, a car is an embodiment of a dream. While there are several manufacturers launching countless models in the market, imbuing a car with a character that speaks to you is a rare art. This is why Mercedes-Benz, the largest seller of luxury cars in India, remains the undisputed king of the luxury automotive industry. Over the years, they have built powerful cars, which embody strength underlying the car's superior driving character while maintaining an air of sophistication. To top it all off, the breathtaking aesthetics and cutting edge features of the vehicles are there to blow you away.

With Mercedes-Benz launching the new GLE LWB and the all-new GLS, your dream now becomes your living reality. These cars are built for powerful people with strong characters. While they make a powerful appearance with their sleek, sculpted exteriors and striking dimensions, their inner strength is what sets them apart. Both SUVs are not only defined by their indulging rides, superior comfort features and technology but the level of prestige they bring to your journey.

The new GLE LWB

Craving the ultimate blend of comfort, luxury and off-roading prowess in your SUV? Your search ends here. With the new GLE LWB making a massive impact on the Indian market, Mercedes-Benz India have now introduced its two new top-end variants the 450 4MATIC (Petrol) & 400d 4MATIC (Diesel), both powered by BS VI in-line six-cylinder engines. These two 5 seaters ride on 50.8 cm (20-inch) 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels with a long wheelbase, offering you more space, enhanced rear seat comfort and loading capacity. These vehicles show off stunning interior with panoramic sliding sunroof. Moreover, the power adjusted backseats, electric sun blinds, and wireless charging in the front provide unmatched comfort and a premium experience on the road. The multifunction sports steering wheel and extremely adaptive AIRMATIC air suspension with ADS+ offer superior driving dynamics with excellent handling stability, keeping the car automatically at a constant height regardless of the load. The front memory package gives you extreme ease, restoring your position after a change of front passenger or driver at the touch of a button. The car is equipped with 7 Airbags, Active Brake Assist, and Blind Spot Assist, making it one of the safest SUVs of our times. This vehicle also comes with the Mercedes-Benz MBUX system with an interior assistant. Be it highways or rugged surfaces of the unbeaten path, the build is designed to rule the road and ensure a pleasurable experience.

The All-New GLS: The S-Class of SUVs

If you're looking for a true luxury vehicle with ample space, welcome the all-new GLS. This is available both in diesel 400d 4MATIC and the petrol 450 4MATIC powered by BS VI in-line six-cylinder engines. The 450 4MATIC is electrified with 48-volt EQ Boost technology that allows for fuel savings. This spacious 7 seater SUV provides outstanding comforts both in the front and back seats with added legroom. The interior has 5-zone climate control, chauffeur package, active seat kinetics: provides energizing pulses for the front row passengers, reducing fatigue during long trips, making it your ideal long journey vehicle. With, one-touch easy-fold second and third-row seats and front and rear memory package, vario seats, the lavish yet practical interior screams SUV. The heavy bodyshell and 53.3 cm (21-inch) newly designed alloy wheels that exude strength, giving you well-isolated rides on rough surfaces. Mercedes-Benz has equipped the all-new GLS with highly sophisticated in-car technology. This vehicle has the latest generation of the MBUX infotainment with "Hey Mercedes" and the all new Mercedes me App. Thanks to the Burmester® surrounds sound system, and rear seat entertainment system there will be no shortage of entertainment on the road as well. A total of 11 USB ports as a part of the USB package will be at your disposal so you and your fellow passengers can easily charge your devices on the go. You can also use the front and rear wireless charging facilities and free up your phone port for other uses. The vehicle comes with AIRMATIC suspension with ADS+, which cushions you from the road and AIRMATIC Level control for convenient loading and unloading of heavy luggage. With 9 Airbags, Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR) and Off-road ABS, your safety will be guaranteed at all times. Cutting a long story short, this is the most luxurious SUV you can get your hands on.

Your vehicle sets the tone of your journey. The mainstream cars of this era do offer more modern features than their forefathers but at the expense of toughness, class and commanding road presence. This is what separates these premium cars from other options. It's how the refinement of the engine, the presence on the road, the punch, the thrill, the tech of the future in the cabin make the driver feel on the road. In the crowd of vehicles with little strength and anodyne designs, these SUVs are of a rare breed, something you don't want to miss out on.

This is a sponsored article. It has been produced by ABP Digital Brand Studio team in partnership with Mercedes-Benz India.