Comparing the Mahindra Scorpio N 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 Mahindra Scorpio N is available at ₹1,349,000, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is priced at ₹13,999,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Scorpio N comes with a 1997 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS's 2925 cc, producing 149.14 kW @ 5000 r/min and 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 12 kmpl for the Mahindra Scorpio N 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 | 12V electrical setup paired with push-button engine start-stop toggles | — |
| Displacement | 1997 cc | 2925 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) standard / 4-Wheel Drive | 4MATIC AWD |
| Engine Type | 2 L mStallion Turbo Petrol Direct Injection | 2.9L OM656 Diesel V6 / 3.0L M256 Petrol Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | — | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | 12 kmpl | 11.0 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Power | 149.14 kW @ 5000 r/min | 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) |
| Starter | — | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 370 Nm @ 1750-3000 r/min (MT) | 730 Nm (GLS 400d) / 500 Nm (GLS 450) |
| Transmission Type | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Automatic | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 460 l | 355 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2,510 kg | 3300 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 187 mm | 248 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1885 kg | 2480 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4,662 mm × 1,917 mm × 1,857 | 5207 mm / 2030 mm / 1823 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 3135 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt-adjustable electronic power steering system | Tilt & Telescopic (electric) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Electronic, Automatic day/night interior rearview mirror | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Climate Control: Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) equipped with front air purification technology | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row Climate Control (4-Zone) |
| Cluster | 17.78 cm (7-inch) color TFT Driver Information Display nestled between classic analogue gauges | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | 6-Way power-adjustable driver's seat | Yes - Front & 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 20.32 cm (8-inch) touchscreen with AdrenoX Connect, Alexa built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto | 12.8-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Internal motorized glass adjustment and electronic power-folding functionality | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front and rear standard power windows with anti-pinch functionality | Yes |
| Push Start | Engine Start-Stop Button | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Standard rear cabin ventilation modules | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Foldable center armrests available across rows | Yes - 2nd Row Captain Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Rich Coffee-Black leatherette upholstery on higher trims; premium fabric variants on base layouts | Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR Leather |
| Sound System | Sony 3D Immersive Audio setup with 12 Speakers and a dedicated subwoofer | Burmester 4D 17-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Electric anti-pinch single-pane sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Dual-row dedicated fast-charging Type-A and Type-C USB data linkages | Yes |
| Voice Command | Available via Alexa integrations and phone voice assistants | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | vertical C-shaped LED Daytime Running Lights | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | High-throw front LED fog lamps | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector dual-barrel headlamps | Digital Light LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically adjustable and power-folding side mirrors with integrated sequential turn indicators | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Fully integrated into the upright, sideways-opening tailgate door shell | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Sleek integrated ski-rack roof rails | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | Tall Stacked LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/65 R17 | 275/50 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy | 20-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| 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 | Integrated electronic grade descent and uphill braking controls | Yes + Downhill Speed Regulation |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Dedicated second-row anchoring safety frames | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Rearview camera system with dynamic guided path matrices | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Sonar-guided rear bumper-integrated proximity sensors | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Everest WhiteDeep ForestStealth BlackMidnight BlackValyrian Silver | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHight Tech SilverSelenite GreySodalith Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
