Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Fronx 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 Fronx is available at ₹684,998, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is priced at ₹13,999,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx comes with a 1197 cc (1.2L) unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS's 2925 cc, producing 73.6 kW@5500rpm and 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Petrol MT: up to 21.79 km/l Petrol AT: up to 22.89 km/l CNG: up to 28.51 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Fronx 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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| Battery | 12V | — |
| Displacement | 1197 cc (1.2L) | 2925 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | 4MATIC AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2 L K-Series (Petrol) | 2.9L OM656 Diesel V6 / 3.0L M256 Petrol Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres | 100 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol+CNG | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT, 5-Speed AMT, 6-Speed AT | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | Petrol MT: up to 21.79 km/l Petrol AT: up to 22.89 km/l CNG: up to 28.51 km/kg | 11.0 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (1.2L) / 3 (1.0L Turbo) | 6 |
| Power | 73.6 kW@5500rpm | 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 147.6@2000 | 730 Nm (GLS 400d) / 500 Nm (GLS 450) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 308 litres | 355 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 3300 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 248 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 965–1060 kg | 2480 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | Length: 3995 mm • Width: 1765 mm • Height: 1550 mm | 5207 mm / 2030 mm / 1823 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 3135 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt | Tilt & Telescopic (electric) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row Climate Control (4-Zone) |
| Cluster | Analog with MID / Digital (variant-wise) | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front & 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 9-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 - 2nd & 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes (select variants) | Yes - 2nd Row Captain Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric / Premium Fabric / Leatherette (variant-wise) | Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR Leather |
| Sound System | 6-speaker premium audio | Burmester 4D 17-Speaker |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | — | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | LED (higher variants) | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector | Digital Light LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/60 R16 | 275/50 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy | 20-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 | 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 | Yes |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueOpulent RedArctic WhiteEarthen BrownSplendid SilverGrandeur GreyBluish BlackEarthen Brown with Bluish Black RoofSplendid Silver with Bluish Black RoofOpulent Red + Black | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHight Tech SilverSelenite GreySodalith Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
