Comparing the Citroen eC3 X and the Mercedes-Benz GLS side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Citroen eC3 X is available at ₹1,199,000, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is priced at ₹13,999,000. On the engine front, the Citroen eC3 X comes with a N/A (Electric Vehicle) unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS's 2925 cc, producing 57 HP (42.5 kW) and 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 325 km (MIDC claimed range) for the Citroen eC3 X versus 11.0 kmpl (approx) for the Mercedes-Benz GLS. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | N/A (Electric Vehicle) | 2925 cc |
| Drive Type | FWD | 4MATIC AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Electric Motor | 2.9L OM656 Diesel V6 / 3.0L M256 Petrol Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 100 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | — | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | 325 km (MIDC claimed range) | 11.0 kmpl (approx) |
| Number Of Cylinders | — | 6 |
| Power | 57 HP (42.5 kW) | 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) |
| Starter | — | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 730 Nm (GLS 400d) / 500 Nm (GLS 450) |
| Transmission Type | Single-Speed Automatic (Direct Drive) | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 29.2 kWh | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 315 litres | 355 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 3300 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 248 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1,230 kg | 2480 kg |
| Length Width Height | 3,981 × 1,733 × 1,593 mm | 5207 mm / 2030 mm / 1823 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2,540 mm | 3135 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | No — Fixed | Tilt & Telescopic (electric) |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | — | Yes |
| Climate Control | Yes — Manual AC | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row Climate Control (4-Zone) |
| Cluster | — | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | No | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front & 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 10.2-inch Free-standing Touchscreen | 12.8-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | No | Yes |
| Power Adjustable Orvms | — | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | No | Yes |
| Rear Ac Vents | No | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes - 2nd Row Captain Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | — | Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR Leather |
| Sound System | JBL 6-Speaker | Burmester 4D 17-Speaker |
| Sunroof | No | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| Usb Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | No | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (Shine variant) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body Colored Bumpers | — | Yes |
| Drls | — | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector LED | Digital Light LED Headlamps |
| Orvms With Turn Indicators | — | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | — | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/65 R15 | 275/50 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 15-inch Dual-tone Alloy | 20-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| Abs | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 | 9 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | — | Yes |
| Ebd | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program Esp | No | Yes - ESP + AIRMATIC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes + Downhill Speed Regulation |
| Isofix Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes (top variant) | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| Tpms Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhitePlatinum GreyCobalt BlueTiger Orange | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHight Tech SilverSelenite GreySodalith Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
