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The Mercedes-Benz GLS is not only a very elegant vehicle, you can also spend your free time on the campsite with the Mercedes-Benz GLS. The Mercedes-Benz GLS offers enough space inside to take your whole family with you. But the GLS also offers the possibility of finding new campgrounds off the beaten track.
The Mercedes-Benz GLS also offers enough space on the vehicle roof to mount a large six-person hard-shell or soft-shell rooftop tent.
A rooftop tent has many advantages over a ground tent, a camping trailer, but also an RV. With the rooftop tent on the vehicle roof, you can discover places that you would never reach with a large RV or camping trailer.
The roof tent also offers the advantage that you can sleep protected on the vehicle roof and are therefore safe from small or large animals. You are also protected from the ground cold or moisture.
All you need to mount a rooftop tent on the roof of the Mercedes-Benz GLS are roof rails (if your vehicle does not have factory roof rails, you can buy these from an accessory store and mount them on the vehicle roof) and roof crossbars.
The rooftop tent is then attached to four mounting spots on the roof crossbars. In this way, the roof tent is securely and stably connected to the vehicle.
The permissible registered roof load may seem a bit low, but this always refers to the vehicle in motion (if you have a roof box installed, for example).
When the Mercedes-Benz GLS is stationary, the permissible maximum load increases many times over. So you can easily set up a large six-person rooftop tent and six adults can stay on the roof of the Mercedes-Benz GLS.
The additional weight is optimally transferred to the vehicle body via the roof rails. This means that neither the body nor the body of the Mercedes-Benz GLS is damaged by the weight.
You can also buy a rooftop tent that has an awning. So you have an additional protected space where you can stay in the wind or cooler temperatures.
Also, note that the rooftop tent on the roof of the Mercedes-Benz GLS will increase fuel consumption. The driving behavior will also deteriorate because the center of gravity of the vehicle will shift further upwards.
If you are looking for more information about rooftop tents or camping, you will find many interesting articles on this website!
With these crossbars for the Mercedes-Benz GLS, you can easily mount a rooftop tent on the vehicle roof. The rooftop tent is then connected to the crossbars at four mounting spots. In this way, the roof tent is securely and stably connected to the vehicle.
Here are the biggest pluses of a roof rack tent:
- Roof rack tents are easy to setup.
- Roof rack tents are very cozy.
- Roof rack tents last a long time.
- Roof rack tents can be taken along when changing vehicles.
- Roof rack tents will become more and more popular in the years to come.
- Roof rack tents turn your vehicle into a fully-fledged camping vehicle.
- Roof Rack Tents are easy to clean and maintain.
- Roof rack tents keep the cold off the floor at night.
- Roof Rack Tents can easily be stowed in your garage or basement when you don’t need them.
Here we have listed the best roof top tents to make it easier for you to make the right purchase decision.
Thule Tepui Explorer Ayer 2 Rooftop Tent
- Can accommodate up to two people
- Constructed from coated 600 denier and a 260g poly-cotton blend made to withstand the elements of any season
- Tent fabric is UV resistant and withstands the elements of any season
- Mesh panels offer plenty of ventilation and open for more airflow
- Four, large internal pockets for storing gear and camping accessories
- Includes a high-density foam mattress for added comfort
Smittybilt Overlander Tent
- Standard size tent (sleeps 2-3) with high-density 92″ x 55″ foam double/full mattress and 661 lb. max load
- 600D heavy-duty waterproof top and rain fly; sunroof; side windows with mosquito netting; anodized aluminum tent frame poles; telescopic ladder; interior LED strips and many more features
- Easy to set up and take down; heavy duty PVC cover keeps tent dry and free from UV rays when not in use
- Smittybilt Tent Annex (sold separately #2788) with removeable floor can be attached with heavy duty zippers for privacy
- Tent also available in Size XL (sleeps 3-4 #2773). Ladder extension also available (#2785).Ladder capacity:265 lbs
- Mounting brackets included
Thule Tepui Low-Pro Rooftop Tent
- Can accommodate up to two people
- Ultra low profile design folds down to 7″ / 18 cm for better aerodynamics and vehicle fit
- Tent base is constructed of thermoplastic materials that are both durable and 100% recyclable
- Dome canopy is lightweight while still providing all-season protection
- Patented ZipperGimp easily attaches the canopy to the base of the tent
Thule Tepui Autana Rooftop Tent with Annex
- Can accommodate up to three people
- Includes an extended private canopy entrance with removable annex
- Diamond plate base for added protection and durability
- Constructed from high-quality 360g stitched fabric
- Includes an anti-condensation mat to keep moisture from building up under the mattress
Thule Tepui Autana Rooftop Tent with Annex
- Can accommodate up to four people
- Includes an extended private canopy entrance with removable annex
- Constructed from coated 600 denier and a 260g poly-cotton blend made to withstand the elements of any season
- Tent fabric is UV resistant and withstands the elements of any season
- Mesh panels offer plenty of ventilation and open for more airflow
- Four, large internal pockets for storing gear and camping accessories
- Includes a high-density foam mattress for added comfort
TMB Beige Pop Up Roof Overlanding Tent
- Fits most vehicles equipped with cross bars and roof rails, make your camping and overlanding adventures more comfortable and convenient
- 6-Month Warranty against Manufacturer defects
- Closes via snap straps, bungee net roof storage with side pouches, inner and outer zippers for easy closure
- Easy to open with shock assisted arms, stays securely open once fully extended, memory foam mattress pre-installed
- Includes: Ladder, extra storage bag, Closed Dimensions: 84″ x 49″ x 13″
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The Roof Rack Tents are mounted on the Roof Rack Crossbar of your car. You need these brackets for your car roof. If you don't have a roof retention system yet, you can find one with us! Just click HERE.
I sold my RV and bought a jeep with a roof rack tent mounted on it. That was the best decision i ever made. I can pitch my tent anywhere in the desert with my jeep and spend the night there. I would never have come to these places with my RV.
Mark S. Happy CustomerMy friend and I bought a roof tent for our car and now drive it almost every weekend into the wilderness and pitch our tent where it suits us. We're just excited about our new roof rack tent and never want to go camping without a roof tent again.
Samanta K. Happy Customer
Since I got a roof rack tent, I have been out in nature a lot more and go camping very often. It's just great to be able to pitch your tent so easily and anywhere!
Tom W. Happy Customer