Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes-Benz GLS
Should you buy Land Rover Defender or Mercedes-Benz GLS? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Land Rover Defender price starts at Rs 97 Lakh ex-showroom for 2.0 110 SE (Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz GLS price starts Rs 1.32 Cr ex-showroom for 450 4matic (Petrol). Defender has 4999 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while GLS has 2999 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Defender has a mileage of 13.2 kmpl (Diesel top model)> and the GLS has a mileage of - (Diesel top model).
Defender Vs GLS
| Key Highlights | Land Rover Defender | Mercedes-Benz GLS |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.1,72,10,176* | Rs.1,61,36,367* |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine(cc) | 2997 | 2925 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
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Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes-Benz GLS comparison
- Land Rover Defender
- 3.0 l Diesel 90 HSE (Diesel) 1.22 Cr*
- 3.0 Diesel 110 HSE (Diesel) 1.26 Cr*
- 3.0 Diesel 110 X-Dynamic HSE (Diesel) 1.29 Cr*
- 3.0 Diesel 110 X (Diesel) 1.36 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 130 HSE (Diesel) 1.39 Cr*
- 3.0 Diesel 130 Outbound (Diesel) 1.42 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 130 X (Diesel) 1.46 Cr*
- 2.0 110 SE (Petrol) 97 Lakh*
- 2.0 90 HSE (Petrol) 98.50 Lakh*
- 2.0 110 HSE (Petrol) 1.01 Cr*
- 3.0 l 110 HSE (Petrol) 1.26 Cr*
- 3.0 90 X (Petrol) 1.31 Cr*
- 3.0 110 X (Petrol) 1.36 Cr*
- 3.0 l 130 HSE (Petrol) 1.39 Cr*
- 3.0 130 Outbound (Petrol) 1.42 Cr*
- 3.0 l 130 X (Petrol) 1.46 Cr*
- 2.0 l 110 X PHEV (Petrol) 1.49 Cr*
- 5.0 90 V8 (Petrol) 2.12 Cr*
- 5.0 90 Carpathian (Petrol) 2.21 Cr*
- 5.0 110 V8 (Petrol) 2.22 Cr*
- 5.0 110 Carpathian (Petrol) 2.30 Cr*
- 5.0 130 V8 (Petrol) 2.35 Cr*
- Octa (Petrol) 2.65 Cr*
- Octa Edition One (Petrol) 2.85 Cr*
Rs1.46 CrVS
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.1,72,10,176* | Rs.1,61,36,367* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.3,27,577/month | Rs.3,07,130/month |
| Insurance | Rs.5,93,776 Defender Insurance | Rs.5,58,492 GLS Insurance |
| User Rating | Based on 184 Reviews | Based on 19 Reviews |
| Brochure | Brochure not available |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | 3.0L Twin-Turbocharged I6 MHEV | - |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 2997 | 2925 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | 6 6 Cylinder Cars | 6 6 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.✕ | 296bhp@4000rpm | 362.07bhp@4000rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 11.4 | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 90 | - |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | Double Wishbone with Coil Springs and Electronic Air Suspension | Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | Multi-link with Coil Springs and Electronic Air Suspension | Air Suspension |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 5099 | 5209 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 2008 | 2157 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 1970 | 1823 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The laden ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads.✕ | 219 | - |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.✕ | 2 Zone | 5 Zone |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles.✕ | - | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | Yes | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colors | Silicon Silver Pangea Green Yulong White Dark Grey Santorini Black Fuji White Gondwana Stone Lantau Bronze Hakuba Silver Tasman Blue +4 MoreDefender Colors | Selenite Grey High Tech Silver Sodalite Blue Polar White Obsidian Black GLS Colors |
| Body Type | SUV All SUV Cars | SUV All SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Immobiliser | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Alarm | - | Yes |
| Remote Vehicle Status Check | Yes | Yes |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | - | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | - | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Q ) Which car is cheaper between Land Rover Defender and Mercedes-Benz GLS?
A ) Land Rover Defender price starts at ₹ 97 Lakh & Mercedes-Benz GLS price starts at ₹ 1.32 Cr in New Delhi. Land Rover Defender is cheaper between these two cars.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi