Comparing the Mercedes-Benz GLE and the Tata Harrier side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mercedes-Benz GLE is available at ₹9,499,000, while the Tata Harrier is priced at ₹1,289,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz GLE comes with a 2925 cc (Diesel) / 1991 cc (Petrol) unit compared to the Tata Harrier's 1498 cc, producing 272 bhp (GLE 300d) / 258 bhp (GLE 300) and 170 PS @ 5000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 11.74 kmpl - ARAI for the Mercedes-Benz GLE versus 16.80 kmpl for the Tata Harrier. 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 High-Capacity Lead-Acid Battery |
| Displacement | 2925 cc (Diesel) / 1991 cc (Petrol) | 1498 cc |
| Drive Type | 4MATIC AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.9L M176 V6 Diesel / 2.0L M264 Petrol / 3.0L M256 Inline-6 | 1.5L Hyperion Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 Litres | 50 l |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) | Diesel / Petrol |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC | 6-Speed Manual/Automatic |
| Mileage | 11.74 kmpl - ARAI | 16.80 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 (Diesel V6) / 4 (Petrol) | 4 |
| Power | 272 bhp (GLE 300d) / 258 bhp (GLE 300) | 170 PS @ 5000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 600 Nm (Diesel) / 400 Nm (Petrol) | 280 Nm @ 1750–3000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 630 Litres (5-seat) | 445 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 2075 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 230 mm | 205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2250 kg | 1655 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4924 mm / 2020 mm / 1796 mm | 4605 x 1922 x 1718 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2741mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Electric Power Steering with Tilt and Telescopic adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) with voice command integration |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display | 26.03 cm (10.24-inch) High-Definition Fully Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | 6-Way Power Adjustable Driver Seat |
| Infotainment System | 12.8-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 36.9 cm Cinematic Infotainment Screen by Harman™ powered by Samsung Neo QLED |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | All 4 power windows with one-touch auto up/down functionality on the driver's layout |
| Push Start | Yes | Proximity Smart Key with Engine Start/Stop push-button logic |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Pillar-mounted or console-mounted dedicated rear ventilation ports |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Central rear armrest carrying dual integrated cup holder mounts |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Premium perforated dual-tone or monochromatic leatherette upholstery layouts |
| Sound System | Burmester 13-Speaker | 10-Speaker Premium JBL Audiophile Array |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | Voice-assisted Panoramic Sunroof with integrated ambient mood light borders |
| USB Ports | Yes | Multiple high-output ports (including front 45W fast-charging Type-C outputs) along with rear Type-A and Type-C sockets |
| Voice Command | Yes | Multi-lingual smart voice assistant interpreting direct controls for climate, sunroof, and media operations |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Cooled smartphone wireless fast-charging pad |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Integrated rugged bumpers accented by deep wheel-arch lower body cladding |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | End-to-end connected front LED Daytime Running Lights with integrated sequential turning signals |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED Front Fog Lamps with automatic cornering illumination logic |
| Headlight | Digital Light LED Headlamps | Bi-Functional LED Projector Headlamps with sequential welcome/goodbye animation signatures |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically adjustable, auto-folding side mirrors with sleek LED indicators and puddle projection lamps |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Standard rear windscreen wiper, integrated washer jet, and defogger lines |
| Roof Rails | — | Sporty, aerodynamic integrated roof strips |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Full-width Connected LED Tail Lamps with dynamic animation tracking |
| Tyre Size | 265/50 R19 (front) / 295/45 R19 (rear) | 235/65 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels | Steel, Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 9 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP with AIRMATIC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes + Downhill Speed Regulation | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Outboard rear seat anchors standard |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | 360-Degree High-Definition Surround View Camera System |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Front and rear parking radar sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | High-line individual real-time Tyre Pressure Monitoring System active display |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHigh Tech SilverSodalite Blue | Pure GreyDaytona GreyFearless RedPristine WhiteSeaweed GreenSunlit Yellow#DARKRed #DARKNitro Crimson |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
