Comparing the Mahindra XUV 3XO 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 XUV 3XO is available at ₹754,000, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is priced at ₹13,999,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra XUV 3XO comes with a 1,197 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS's 2925 cc, producing 96 kW @ 5,000 rpm and 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 20 kmpl for the Mahindra XUV 3XO 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 automotive battery layout | — |
| Displacement | 1,197 cc | 2925 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | 4MATIC AWD |
| Engine Type | mStallion Turbo Charged Intercooled Gasoline Direct injection (TGDi) engine | 2.9L OM656 Diesel V6 / 3.0L M256 Petrol Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed AutoSHIFT+ AMT / 6-Speed AISIN Torque Converter Automatic | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | 20 kmpl | 11.0 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 6 |
| Power | 96 kW @ 5,000 rpm | 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) |
| Starter | Smart passive proximity electronic starter with automatic idle start-stop capabilities | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 230 Nm @ 1,500‑3,750 rpm | 730 Nm (GLS 400d) / 500 Nm (GLS 450) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) / Automatic | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 364 l | 355 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 3300 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 201 mm | 248 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1392 kg | 2480 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3,990 mm × 1,821 mm × 1,647 mm | 5207 mm / 2030 mm / 1823 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 3135 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Electronic Power Steering (EPS) column with adjustable tilt and selectable Smart Steering Modes | Tilt & Telescopic (electric) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Smart anti-glare electronic internal rearview mirror | Yes |
| Central Locking | Speed-sensing automatic door lock layout | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row Climate Control (4-Zone) |
| Cluster | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) fully digital instrument cluster with customizable layout options | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Standard speed cruise controls; range-topping models get Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go logic | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | Yes - Front & 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) AdrenoX floating touchscreen interface with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles | 12.8-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Express up/down electronic window links across doors with safety anti-pinch sensors | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Dedicated rear-facing climate ventilation modules | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Integrated fold-down armrest with built-in dual cupholders | Yes - 2nd Row Captain Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium white/leatherette upholstery options on higher specs; high-grade fabrics on lower tiers | Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR Leather |
| Sound System | Premium Harman Kardon 7-Speaker sound configuration boasting a dedicated 4-channel digital amplifier | Burmester 4D 17-Speaker |
| Sunroof | First-in-segment "Skyroof" (a massive panoramic sunroof design layout) | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Multiple fast-charging ports (including a high-power 65W Type-C port). | Yes |
| Voice Command | AI voice interaction network syncable with built-in Alexa | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Dual-tone stylized bumpers standard across variations | Yes |
| DRLs | Signature stylized C-shaped LED Daytime Running Lights | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Bumper-integrated front LED fog lights | Yes |
| Headlight | High-throw dual-barrel LED Projector headlamps | Digital Light LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically controlled side mirrors housing sharp LED blinker strips | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Fully integrated into the rear tailgate window element | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Integrated low-profile roof rails | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | Infinity end-to-end connected horizontal LED tail lamp signature | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/55 R17 | 275/50 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy/ Steel | 20-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 9 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Active Hydraulic Brake Assist logic | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - ESP + AIRMATIC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Standard electronic incline descent and uphill holding safety brake lock | Yes + Downhill Speed Regulation |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Dedicated second-row anchoring frames | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-degree surround-view camera array on higher luxury models | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Sonar-guided rear bumper-integrated proximity sensors | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Digital Tyre Pressure Monitoring System with live status alerts | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Citrine YellowDeep ForestDune BeigEverest WhiteGalaxy GreyNebula BlueStealth BlackTango Red | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHight Tech SilverSelenite GreySodalith Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
