Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz 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 Maruti Suzuki Ciaz is available at ₹965,000, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is priced at ₹13,999,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz comes with a 1462 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS's 2925 cc, producing 103 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Manual: approx. 20.65 km/l Automatic: approx. 20.04 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz 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 | — |
| Displacement | 1462 cc | 2925 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | 4MATIC AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.5L K15 Smart Hybrid Petrol Engine | 2.9L OM656 Diesel V6 / 3.0L M256 Petrol Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 litres | 100 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 4-Speed Automatic | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | Manual: approx. 20.65 km/l Automatic: approx. 20.04 km/l | 11.0 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Power | 103 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) |
| Starter | Silent Start with Idle Start-Stop | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 730 Nm (GLS 400d) / 500 Nm (GLS 450) |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 510 litres | 355 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 3300 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 248 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1130–1165 kg | 2480 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4490 mm / 1730 mm / 1485 mm | 5207 mm / 2030 mm / 1823 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2650 mm | 3135 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic (electric) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row Climate Control (4-Zone) |
| Cluster | Analog with Multi-Information Display | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front & 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.8-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - 2nd Row Captain Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium Fabric | Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR Leather |
| Sound System | Arkamys Tuned Audio System | Burmester 4D 17-Speaker |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector Headlamps | Digital Light LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (No Wiper) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 185/65 R15 | 275/50 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 20-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual Front 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 | Yes | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
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| Color Options | NEXA Blue (Celestial)Grandeur GreySplendid SilverPearl Metallic Dignity BrownBluish BlackOpulent RedPearl Arctic WhiteOpulent Red And Bluish BlackGrandeur Grey And Bluish BlackPearl Metallic Dignity Brown And Bluish | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHight Tech SilverSelenite GreySodalith Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
