Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga 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 Ertiga is available at ₹879,999, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is priced at ₹13,999,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga comes with a 1462 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS's 2925 cc, producing 75.8 kW @6000 RPM and 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) 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 11.0 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 | 1.5-litre K15C Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine (Smart Hybrid) | 2.9L OM656 Diesel V6 / 3.0L M256 Petrol Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 litres (Petrol) 60 litres (CNG cylinder water capacity) | 100 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) | 11.0 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Power | 75.8 kW @6000 RPM | 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 139.0 Nm@4300 RPM | 730 Nm (GLS 400d) / 500 Nm (GLS 450) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 209 l | 355 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1760 - 1820 kg | 3300 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 248 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1175 -1275 kg | 2480 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4435 1735 1690 mm | 5207 mm / 2030 mm / 1823 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2740mm | 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 (MID) | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front & 2nd Row |
| 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 - 2nd & 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes (2nd row) | Yes - 2nd Row Captain Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (Dual-tone on higher variants) | Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR Leather |
| Sound System | 4-speaker audio system | Burmester 4D 17-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 | 275/50 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel | 20-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 + 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 BlackHight Tech SilverSelenite GreySodalith Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
