Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga and the Mercedes-Benz GLE side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is available at ₹879,999, while the Mercedes-Benz GLE is priced at ₹9,499,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga comes with a 1462 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLE's 2925 cc (Diesel) / 1991 cc (Petrol), producing 75.8 kW @6000 RPM and 272 bhp (GLE 300d) / 258 bhp (GLE 300) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 20.51 km/l (Petrol MT) 20.30 km/l (Petrol AT) 26.11 km/kg (CNG) for the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga versus 11.74 kmpl - ARAI for the Mercedes-Benz GLE. 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 (Diesel) / 1991 cc (Petrol) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | 4MATIC AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.5-litre K15C Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine (Smart Hybrid) | 2.9L M176 V6 Diesel / 2.0L M264 Petrol / 3.0L M256 Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 litres (Petrol) 60 litres (CNG cylinder water capacity) | 85 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 5/6-speed Manual | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | 20.51 km/l (Petrol MT) 20.30 km/l (Petrol AT) 26.11 km/kg (CNG) | 11.74 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 (Diesel V6) / 4 (Petrol) |
| Power | 75.8 kW @6000 RPM | 272 bhp (GLE 300d) / 258 bhp (GLE 300) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 139.0 Nm@4300 RPM | 600 Nm (Diesel) / 400 Nm (Petrol) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 209 l | 630 Litres (5-seat) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1760 - 1820 kg | 2900 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 230 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1175 -1275 kg | 2250 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4435 1735 1690 mm | 4924 mm / 2020 mm / 1796 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2740mm | 2995 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt-adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Analog with Multi-Information Display (MID) | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch SmartPlay Pro Touchscreen | 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 |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes (2nd row) | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (Dual-tone on higher variants) | Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | 4-speaker audio system | Burmester 13-Speaker |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Front & Rear USB Ports | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector Halogen | Digital Light LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 185/65 R15 | 265/50 R19 (front) / 295/45 R19 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel | 19-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (standard) | 9 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - ESP with 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 | Arctic WhitePrime Oxford BlueMagma GreyAuburn RedPearl Metallic Dignity BrownSplendid SilverBluish Black | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHigh Tech SilverSodalite Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.4 |
