Comparing the Hyundai Exter 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 Exter is available at ₹649,000, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is priced at ₹13,999,000. On the engine front, the Hyundai Exter comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS's 2925 cc, producing 83 PS @ 6000 rpm and 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.2 kmpl for the Hyundai Exter 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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| Battery | Standard 12V system | — |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 2925 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | 4MATIC AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Kappa Petrol | 2.9L OM656 Diesel V6 / 3.0L M256 Petrol Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 l | 100 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | 19.2 kmpl | 11.0 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Power | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm | 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 730 Nm (GLS 400d) / 500 Nm (GLS 450) |
| Transmission Type | 5-Speed Manual | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 391 Litres | 355 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 3300 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 248 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 912 kg | 2480 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3815 mm, 1710 mm, 1631 mm | 5207 mm / 2030 mm / 1823 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 3135 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt | Tilt & Telescopic (electric) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Digital display) | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row Climate Control (4-Zone) |
| Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster with 4.2-inch Color TFT MID | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front & 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 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 | Yes | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes - 2nd Row Captain Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Semi-Leatherette | Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR Leather |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters (Top trims) | Burmester 4D 17-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Electric Sunroof with Voice Command | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Type-C Fast Charger (Front) + 12V Socket | Yes |
| Voice Command | Supported (System and Smartphone integration) | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | Signature H-LED Daytime Running Lamps | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector Headlamps | Digital Light LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Power Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | H-Signature LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/65 R15 (Top) | 275/50 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel (Base) / Dual Tone Alloy (Top) | 20-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 9 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Available (Integrated with ESC) | 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 | Yes | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Highline/Digital | Yes |
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| Color Options | Starry nightTitan greyGolden bronzeTitanium black matteTitanium blackAtlas whiteRanger khaki | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHight Tech SilverSelenite GreySodalith Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
