Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R 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 Wagon R is available at ₹498,900, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is priced at ₹13,999,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS's 2925 cc, producing 66.9 kW (90.9 PS) @ 6000 rpm and 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Petrol MT: ~24.35 km/l – Petrol AMT: ~25.19 km/l – CNG: ~34.05 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R 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 | 2925 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive | 4MATIC AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Advanced K- Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine | 2.9L OM656 Diesel V6 / 3.0L M256 Petrol Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 l | 100 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 5-speed Manual / 5-speed AMT | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | Petrol MT: ~24.35 km/l – Petrol AMT: ~25.19 km/l – CNG: ~34.05 km/kg | 11.0 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Power | 66.9 kW (90.9 PS) @ 6000 rpm | 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) |
| Starter | Electric starter | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 113.7 Nm @ 4200 rpm | 730 Nm (GLS 400d) / 500 Nm (GLS 450) |
| Transmission Type | MT/AGS | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 355 l | 355 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 3300 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 248 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 825 - 935 kg | 2480 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3655 mm / 1620 mm / 1675 mm | 5207 mm / 2030 mm / 1823 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2435 mm | 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 | Manual AC | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row Climate Control (4-Zone) |
| Cluster | Semi-digital instrument cluster | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front & 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen (higher variants) | 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 - 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 (with infotainment system) | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Available on higher variants | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen | Digital Light LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Available on higher variants | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | — | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 165/70 R14 | 275/50 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel wheels / Alloy wheels | 20-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 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 | Available on higher variants | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Available on higher variants | Yes |
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| Color Options | SOLID WHITEMagnum Red | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHight Tech SilverSelenite GreySodalith Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
