Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Grand Vitara is available at ₹1,972,400, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is priced at ₹13,999,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara comes with a 1462 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS's 2925 cc, producing 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm and 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 1462 cc | 2925 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) – AllGrip AWD (select mild-hybrid variants only) | 4MATIC AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.5L K15C Mild-Hybrid Petrol | 2.9L OM656 Diesel V6 / 3.0L M256 Petrol Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Mild-Hybrid: 45 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 43 litres | 100 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT – 6-Speed AT (Torque Converter) – e-CVT (Strong-Hybrid) | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l | 11.0 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Power | 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm | 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 139Nm @ 4300rpm | 730 Nm (GLS 400d) / 500 Nm (GLS 450) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 0.76 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | Self-charging (no plug-in required) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | Mild-Hybrid: 373 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 255 litres | 355 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1675 - 1735 kg | 3300 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 210 mm | 248 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1180 – 1280 kg | 2480 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | Length: 4345 mm • Width: 1795 mm • Height: 1645 mm | 5207 mm / 2030 mm / 1823 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 3135 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (electric) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row Climate Control (4-Zone) |
| Cluster | Analog with MID / Fully Digital (variant-wise) | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes (Driver seat – select variants) | 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 | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - 2nd Row Captain Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric / Premium Fabric / Leatherette | Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR Leather |
| Sound System | Tilt & Telescopic | Burmester 4D 17-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic (select variants) | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | LED | 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 | 215/60 R17 | 275/50 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy (variant-wise) | 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 |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteMidnight BlackOpulent RedGrandeur GreyChestnut BrownSplendid SilverArctic White+BlackSplendid Silver+BlackOpulent Red+Black | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHight Tech SilverSelenite GreySodalith Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
