Comparing the Hyundai ALCAZAR 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 Hyundai ALCAZAR is available at ₹1,499,000, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is priced at ₹13,999,000. On the engine front, the Hyundai ALCAZAR comes with a 1482 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS's 2925 cc, producing 160 PS @ 5500 rpm and 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 17.5 kmpl for the Hyundai ALCAZAR 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.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
Engine & Performance |
||
| Battery | 12V Standard | — |
| Displacement | 1482 cc | 2925 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | 4MATIC AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.5L Turbo GDi Petrol | 2.9L OM656 Diesel V6 / 3.0L M256 Petrol Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 100 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | 17.5 kmpl | 11.0 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Power | 160 PS @ 5500 rpm | 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 253 Nm @ 1500–3500 rpm | 730 Nm (GLS 400d) / 500 Nm (GLS 450) |
| Transmission Type | 6-Speed Manual | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
||
| Boot Space | 180 l | 355 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 3300 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 200 mm | 248 mm |
| Kerb Weight | — | 2480 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4560 mm, 1800 mm, 1710mm | 5207 mm / 2030 mm / 1823 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2760 mm | 3135 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
||
| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic Adjustment | Tilt & Telescopic (electric) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Available with Bluelink buttons | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row Climate Control (4-Zone) |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | 8-way power driver seat & 6-way power passenger seat | Yes - Front & 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Navigation & Bluelink | 12.8-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | — | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Available for 2nd and 3rd row | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - 2nd Row Captain Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium Dual Tone Leatherette | Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR Leather |
| Sound System | Bose Premium 8-speaker system | Burmester 4D 17-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Voice-enabled Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Multiple Type-C fast chargers | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Available for 1st and 2nd row | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
||
| Body-Colored Bumpers | Standard with Silver Skid Plates | Yes |
| DRLs | Horizon LED DRLs & Sequential Turn Indicators | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | LED Fog Lamps | Yes |
| Headlight | Quad-Beam LED Headlamps | Digital Light LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically Adjustable & Foldable with Puddle Lamps | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | Connected LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 (Mid) / 215/55 R18 (Top) | 275/50 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Diamond Cut Alloys | 20-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
||
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 9 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - ESP + AIRMATIC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes + Downhill Speed Regulation |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-degree Surround View Monitor | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Highline | Yes |
Other Specifications |
||
| Car Image 1 |
|
|
| Car Image 2 |
|
|
| Car Image 3 |
|
|
| Color Options | Titan Black MatteTitan BlackStarry NightAtlas White | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHight Tech SilverSelenite GreySodalith Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
