Comparing the Tata Altroz Racer 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 Tata Altroz Racer is available at ₹948,999, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is priced at ₹13,999,000. On the engine front, the Tata Altroz Racer comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS's 2925 cc, producing 120 PS @ 5500 rpm and 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19 kmpl for the Tata Altroz Racer 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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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | 1199 cc | 2925 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | 4MATIC AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Turbocharged Petrol Engine | 2.9L OM656 Diesel V6 / 3.0L M256 Petrol Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 l | 100 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Mechanical Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | 19 kmpl | 11.0 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 6 |
| Power | 120 PS @ 5500 rpm | 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) |
| Starter | Smart-Key Passive Engine Push Start/Stop Button | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 170 Nm @ 1750–4000 rpm | 730 Nm (GLS 400d) / 500 Nm (GLS 450) |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 345 l | 355 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 3300 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 248 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1036 kg | 2480 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm, 1755 mm, 1523 mm | 5207 mm / 2030 mm / 1823 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2501 mm | 3135 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Electric power-assisted steering with manual Tilt adjustments | Tilt & Telescopic (electric) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Manual day/night anti-glare interior rearview mirror | Yes |
| Central Locking | Keyless remote entry with speed-sensing auto door lock capabilities | Yes |
| Climate Control | Fully Automatic Climate Control system featuring an integrated "Xpress Cool" rapid drop utility | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row Climate Control (4-Zone) |
| Cluster | 17.78 cm (7-inch) fully digital color driver's instrumentation console display | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Segment-first 3-stage front-row ventilated seats | Yes - Front & 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) high-definition touchscreen console utilizing a smooth UI skin with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 12.8-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Smart proximity key fob access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Comfort power window operation across front and rear doors | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Dedicated rear-facing cabin cooling ducts | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes - 2nd Row Captain Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium full leatherette black upholstery with dual contrast racing stripes and special "Racer" headrest embossing | Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR Leather |
| Sound System | Advanced 8-Speaker surround system tuned by HARMAN | Burmester 4D 17-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Voice-assisted single-pane electric sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | High-output front and rear Type-A and Type-C fast-charging ports | Yes |
| Voice Command | Multi-lingual voice recognition assistant controlling media, navigation, and sunroof configurations | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Built-in inductive smartphone wireless charging pad | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Sporty front and rear bumper profiles featuring specialized dual-tip exposed functional exhaust ends | Yes |
| DRLs | Integrated sharp LED Daytime Running Lamps | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Bumper-integrated front fog lamps | Yes |
| Headlight | Sleek automatic projector LED headlamps | Digital Light LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically adjustable and power-folding side mirrors finished in high-gloss black with integrated side turn blinkers | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Integrated rear window wiper assembly with glass heating defogger grid lines | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Clear-lens split LED taillight array | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 185/60 R16 | 275/50 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 20-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 9 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Electronic hydraulic brake actuation assist. | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Advanced Electronic Stability Control with Electronic Traction Control | Yes - ESP + AIRMATIC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Active Hill Hold Control logic system | Yes + Downhill Speed Regulation |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Standard rear seat safety anchors | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-degree high-definition surround-view parking camera matrix offering a live blind-view display | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Sonar-guided reverse distance sensors | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Intelligent real-time Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Atomic OrangePure GreyAvenue White | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHight Tech SilverSelenite GreySodalith Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
