Comparing the Mercedes-Benz GLS and the Maruti Suzuki Swift side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mercedes-Benz GLS is available at ₹13,999,000, while the Maruti Suzuki Swift is priced at ₹578,900. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz GLS comes with a 2925 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Swift's 1197 cc, producing 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) and 82 PS @ 5700 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 11.0 kmpl (approx) for the Mercedes-Benz GLS versus Up to 22.56 km/l (MT), up to 22.38 km/l (AMT) for the Maruti Suzuki Swift. 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 Maintenance-Free Battery |
| Displacement | 2925 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | 4MATIC AWD | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.9L OM656 Diesel V6 / 3.0L M256 Petrol Inline-6 | Z12E with ISS |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 Litres | 37 Petrol CNG: 55 (Water Filling Capacity) |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) | Petrol with CNG |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC | 5-speed MT / 5-speed AMT |
| Mileage | 11.0 kmpl (approx) | Up to 22.56 km/l (MT), up to 22.38 km/l (AMT) |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Power | 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) | 82 PS @ 5700 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric Start |
| Torque | 730 Nm (GLS 400d) / 500 Nm (GLS 450) | 112 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) | Manual/ Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 355 Litres (3rd row up) | 265 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3300 kg | 1355 - 1425 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 248 mm | 163 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2480 kg | 920 - 990 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5207 mm / 2030 mm / 1823 mm | Length 3860 mm Width1735 mm Height 1520 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3135 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (electric) | Tilt Steering |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row Climate Control (4-Zone) | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display | Analog Speedometer with Multi-Information Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front & 2nd Row | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.8-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch Touchscreen SmartPlay Studio |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes (select variants) |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - 2nd Row Captain Seats | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR Leather | Fabric |
| Sound System | Burmester 4D 17-Speaker | 4-Speaker Audio System |
| 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 | LED DRLs (select variants) |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) |
| Headlight | Digital Light LED Headlamps | Halogen Projector |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes (higher variants) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Combination Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 275/50 R20 | 165/80 R14 (lower variants), 185/65 R15 (higher variants) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels | Steel Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 9 Airbags | Dual Front Airbags (Standard) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP + AIRMATIC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes + Downhill Speed Regulation | Yes (AMT variants) |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes (select variants) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHight Tech SilverSelenite GreySodalith Blue | Sizzling RedLuster BlueMagma GreyNovel OrangeSplendid SilverPearl Arctic WhiteBluish BlackPearl Arctic White with Bluish BlackLuster Blue with Bluish BlackSizzling Red with Bluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
