Comparing the Mercedes-Benz GLS and the Tata Nexon 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 Tata Nexon is priced at ₹736,990. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz GLS comes with a 2925 cc unit compared to the Tata Nexon's 1199 cc, producing 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) and 120 PS (118.2 bhp) @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 11.0 kmpl (approx) for the Mercedes-Benz GLS versus 17.44 kmpl for the Tata Nexon. 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 Lead-Acid Maintenance-Free Unit |
| Displacement | 2925 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | 4MATIC AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.9L OM656 Diesel V6 / 3.0L M256 Petrol Inline-6 | 1.2L Turbocharged Revotron |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 Litres | 44 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) | Petrol / Diesel / CNG |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC | 5-Speed Manual (Base Petrol), 6-Speed Manual (Petrol/Diesel/CNG), AMT (Petrol/Diesel), or a premium 7-Speed DCA |
| Mileage | 11.0 kmpl (approx) | 17.44 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 3 |
| Power | 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) | 120 PS (118.2 bhp) @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 730 Nm (GLS 400d) / 500 Nm (GLS 450) | 170 Nm @ 1750–4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) | Manual / Automatic / Dual-Clutch (DCA) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 355 Litres (3rd row up) | 382 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3300 kg | 1,640 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 248 mm | 208 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2480 kg | 1,230 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5207 mm / 2030 mm / 1823 mm | 3995 mm, 1804 mm, 1620 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3135 mm | 2498 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (electric) | 2-Spoke Illuminated Smart Steering Wheel with Tilt adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote keyless or smart proximity central locking with perimeter alarm |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row Climate Control (4-Zone) | Touch-capacitive Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) with 'Xpress Cool' rapid venting |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display | 4-inch digital read-out up to a premium 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) High-Definition Fully Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front & 2nd Row | Height-adjustable driver seat manually, paired with front row 3-Stage Ventilated Seats on premium tiers |
| Infotainment System | 12.8-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 31.24 cm (12.3-inch) Ultra-Wide HD Touchscreen Infotainment system by Harman featuring wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart proximity entry |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front and Rear power windows with driver-side anti-pinch one-touch operations |
| Push Start | Yes | Start/Stop push-button |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row | Dedicated console-mounted rear vents included |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - 2nd Row Captain Seats | Central armrest equipped with cup holder cutouts |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR Leather | Premium tailored fabric or dual-tone perforated leatherette ventilation layouts |
| Sound System | Burmester 4D 17-Speaker | 9-Speaker Premium JBL Audio Array |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | Voice-assisted Electric Sunroof or Voice-assisted Panoramic Sunroof options on higher-tier packages |
| USB Ports | Yes | Front dual ports (featuring high-output 45W fast-charging Type-C outputs) along with dedicated rear charging sockets |
| Voice Command | Yes | Multi-lingual Smart Voice Assist interpreting direct vehicle commands for sunroof, climate adjustments, and media functions |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Built-in wireless smartphone charging pad with thermal ventilation slots |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Integrated bumpers accented by deep rugged wheel-arch lower body cladding |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Sequential LED Daytime Running Lights with integrated turn indicators |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED Front Fog Lamps with automatic cornering illumination functions |
| Headlight | Digital Light LED Headlamps | Bi-Functional LED Projector Headlamps with sequential welcome/goodbye light animations |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically adjustable and auto-folding side mirrors with sleek LED blinkers |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Hidden Rear Windscreen Wiper (concealed under the spoiler), washer jet, and defogger lines |
| Roof Rails | — | Standard sport-styled functional roof rails |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Full-width X-Factor Connected LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 275/50 R20 | 195/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless Tyres |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels | Steel, Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 9 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP + AIRMATIC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes + Downhill Speed Regulation | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | 360-Degree High-Definition Surround View Camera System |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Standard proximity radar |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline individual Tyre Pressure Monitoring System real-time display |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHight Tech SilverSelenite GreySodalith Blue | Pristine WhiteDaytona GreyGrassland BeigePure GreyRoyal Blue#DARK RED#DARKOcean Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
