Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Swift 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 Swift is available at ₹578,900, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is priced at ₹13,999,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Swift comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS's 2925 cc, producing 82 PS @ 5700 rpm and 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Up to 22.56 km/l (MT), up to 22.38 km/l (AMT) for the Maruti Suzuki Swift 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 Maintenance-Free Battery | — |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 2925 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | 4MATIC AWD |
| Engine Type | Z12E with ISS | 2.9L OM656 Diesel V6 / 3.0L M256 Petrol Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 Petrol CNG: 55 (Water Filling Capacity) | 100 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol with CNG | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 5-speed MT / 5-speed AMT | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | Up to 22.56 km/l (MT), up to 22.38 km/l (AMT) | 11.0 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Power | 82 PS @ 5700 rpm | 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) |
| Starter | Electric Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 112 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 | 265 l | 355 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1355 - 1425 kg | 3300 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 163 mm | 248 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 920 - 990 kg | 2480 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | Length 3860 mm Width1735 mm Height 1520 mm | 5207 mm / 2030 mm / 1823 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 3135 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Steering | 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 Speedometer with Multi-Information Digital Display | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front & 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen SmartPlay Studio | 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 (select variants) | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes - 2nd Row Captain Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR Leather |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker 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 DRLs (select variants) | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen Projector | Digital Light LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes (higher variants) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Combination Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 165/80 R14 (lower variants), 185/65 R15 (higher variants) | 275/50 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel Wheels | 20-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual Front Airbags (Standard) | 9 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - ESP + AIRMATIC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes (AMT variants) | Yes + Downhill Speed Regulation |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes (select variants) | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
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| Color Options | Sizzling RedLuster BlueMagma GreyNovel OrangeSplendid SilverPearl Arctic WhiteBluish BlackPearl Arctic White with Bluish BlackLuster Blue with Bluish BlackSizzling Red with Bluish Black | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHight Tech SilverSelenite GreySodalith Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
