Mercedes-Benz GLS vs Volvo XC90

Should you buy Mercedes-Benz GLS or Volvo XC90? 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. Mercedes-Benz GLS price starts at Rs 1.34 Cr ex-showroom for 450 4matic (Petrol) and Volvo XC90 price starts Rs 1.03 Cr ex-showroom for B5 AWD (Petrol). GLS has 2999 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while XC90 has 1969 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the GLS has a mileage of 12 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the XC90 has a mileage of - (Petrol top model).

GLS Vs XC90

Key Highlights	Mercedes-Benz GLS	Volvo XC90
On Road Price	Rs.1,54,08,473^*	Rs.1,18,47,815^*
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	2999	1969
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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Mercedes-Benz GLS
Rs1.34 Cr^*
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Mercedes-Benz GLS
450 4matic
1.34 Cr^*
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B5 AWD
1.03 Cr^*
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Basic Information	450 4matic	B5 AWD
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.1,54,08,473^*	Rs.1,18,47,815^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.2,93,280/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.2,25,505/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.5,45,573	Rs.4,26,026
User Rating	4.4 Based on 29 Reviews	5 Based on 2 Reviews
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Basic Information

450 4matic

B5 AWD

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.1,54,08,473^*

Rs.1,18,47,815^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.2,93,280/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.2,25,505/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.5,45,573

Rs.4,26,026

User Rating

4.4

Based on 29 Reviews

Based on 2 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	M256M	Petrol Mild Hybrid
Displacement (cc)	2999	1969
No. of Cylinders	66 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	375.48bhp@5800-6100rpm	247bhp
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	500Nm@800-5000rpm	360Nm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	9-Speed TRONIC AT	-
Hybrid Type	-	Mild Hybrid
Drive Type	AWD	AWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

M256M

Petrol Mild Hybrid

Displacement (cc)

2999

1969

No. of Cylinders

66 Cylinder Cars

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

375.48bhp@5800-6100rpm

247bhp

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	12	-
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	250	-

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Petrol

Mileage Highway (kmpl)

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Top Speed (kmph)

250

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Air suspension	Air suspension
Rear Suspension	Air suspension	Air suspension
Steering Type	electric	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	-
Turning Radius (Metres)	-	12
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	250	-
0-100kmph (Seconds)	6.1 s	7.7 s
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	-
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	R21	-
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	R21	-
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding (Litres)	-	1874
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

Air suspension

Rear Suspension

Air suspension

Steering Type

electric

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	5209	4953
Width (mm)	2157	2140
Height (mm)	1823	1773
Ground Clearance Laden (mm)	-	238
Wheel Base (mm)	2610	2984
Front Tread (mm)	-	1665
Rear Tread (mm)	-	1667
Grossweight (kg)	3250	-
Approach Angle	27°	-
Break Over Angle	15°	-
Departure Angle	24°	-
Reported Boot Space (Litres)	355	-
Seating Capacity	7	7
Boot Space (Litres)	-	680
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	-
Automatic Climate Control	5 Zone	-
Air Quality Control	Yes	-
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	-
Trunk Light	Yes	-
Vanity Mirror	Yes	-
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	-
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	-
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	-
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	-
Rear AC Vents	Yes	-
Lumbar Support	Yes	-
Active Noise Cancellation	Yes	-
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	-
Cruise Control	Yes	-
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	-
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	Yes	-
Foldable Rear Seat	50:50 Split	-
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	-
Cooled Glovebox	Yes	-
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	-
Voice Commands	Yes	-
Paddle Shifters	Yes	-
USB Charger	Front & Rear	-
Central Console Armrest	Yes	-
Tailgate Ajar Warning	Yes	-
Hands-Free Tailgate	Yes	-
Luggage Hook And Net	Yes	-
Additional Features	"AIRMATIC Package(Adaptive damping system,Level control,Lowering the rear,Car wash function),THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control(fine dust activated carbon filter, defrosting system and residual heat function and rear passengers can determine the temperature and air distribution),Multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather (3-spoke design with steering wheel shift paddles,silver chrome and touch control panels), Memory Package with seat kinematics( Memory function: Memory function allows drivers and passengers individual settings, including seat adjustment options like height, cushion, and headrest alignment, 4-way lumbar support: The front seats’ backrest curve can be adjusted individually for improved comfort and ergonomics, with two air cushions integrated and a 4-way switch for height Adjustment, 3-stage ventilation and 3-stage heating for a comfortable seating climate, with the ability to adjust the intensity of these functions separately or combined ),Chauffeur Package (rear passenger on the side of the front passenger can move the front passenger seat forward electrically), Rear Comfort Package Plus(Comfort headrests,Comfort center armrest,Extended center armrest,Extended center console), 2 USB ports for charging(Rear), Center armrest(storage compartment), 2 cup holders for the rear, Comfort headrests for the two outer rear seats (Padded additional cushions,Tilt adjustment,Extended comfort center armrest integrated illuminated storage compartment,2 USB interfaces (5 volt charging port) expanded center console,2 cup holders), EASY-PACK tailgate(easily start opening and closing at the push of a button and interrupt it at any time by pressing another button and lower the car from the rear. Lowering the rear makes it easier for you to load and unload), Acoustic Comfort Package(Laminated safety glass for the front and side windows as well as additional insulation measures improve your noise comfort, Acoustic Comfort package reduces outside noises with sound insulation and laminated safety glass, providing a quiet travel atmosphere even at high speeds,The vehicle’s windows are protected by an infrared film, blocking UVA and UVB rays, reducing heat and maintaining pleasant temperatures even on hot suer days, Sound insulation: The safety glass, coated with acoustic film and insulation, effectively minimizes external noise, such as those from vehicles, tunnel walls, or wet conditions, Infrared-absorbing film: The infrared-absorbing film on the windows effectively blocks UVA and UVB rays, reducing heat and maintaining a pleasant temperature even during warm suer days.),"	-
Massage Seats	Front	-
Memory Function Seats	Front	-
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	-
Autonomous Parking	Full	-
Glove Box Light	Yes	-
Idle Start Stop System	Yes	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	-
Heater	Yes	-
Adjustable Steering	Yes	-
KeyLess Entry	Yes	-
Ventilated Seats	Yes	-
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	-
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	-
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	-
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	-
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

5 Zone

Air Quality Control

Accessory Power Outlet

Additional Features

"AIRMATIC Package(Adaptive damping system,Level control,Lowering the rear,Car wash function),THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control(fine dust activated carbon filter, defrosting system and residual heat function and rear passengers can determine the temperature and air distribution),Multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather (3-spoke design with steering wheel shift paddles,silver chrome and touch control panels), Memory Package with seat kinematics( Memory function: Memory function allows drivers and passengers individual settings, including seat adjustment options like height, cushion, and headrest alignment, 4-way lumbar support: The front seats’ backrest curve can be adjusted individually for improved comfort and ergonomics, with two air cushions integrated and a 4-way switch for height Adjustment, 3-stage ventilation and 3-stage heating for a comfortable seating climate, with the ability to adjust the intensity of these functions separately or combined ),Chauffeur Package (rear passenger on the side of the front passenger can move the front passenger seat forward electrically), Rear Comfort Package Plus(Comfort headrests,Comfort center armrest,Extended center armrest,Extended center console), 2 USB ports for charging(Rear), Center armrest(storage compartment), 2 cup holders for the rear, Comfort headrests for the two outer rear seats (Padded additional cushions,Tilt adjustment,Extended comfort center armrest integrated illuminated storage compartment,2 USB interfaces (5 volt charging port) expanded center console,2 cup holders), EASY-PACK tailgate(easily start opening and closing at the push of a button and interrupt it at any time by pressing another button and lower the car from the rear. Lowering the rear makes it easier for you to load and unload), Acoustic Comfort Package(Laminated safety glass for the front and side windows as well as additional insulation measures improve your noise comfort, Acoustic Comfort package reduces outside noises with sound insulation and laminated safety glass, providing a quiet travel atmosphere even at high speeds,The vehicle’s windows are protected by an infrared film, blocking UVA and UVB rays, reducing heat and maintaining pleasant temperatures even on hot suer days, Sound insulation: The safety glass, coated with acoustic film and insulation, effectively minimizes external noise, such as those from vehicles, tunnel walls, or wet conditions, Infrared-absorbing film: The infrared-absorbing film on the windows effectively blocks UVA and UVB rays, reducing heat and maintaining a pleasant temperature even during warm suer days.),"

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	-
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	-
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	Yes	-
Glove Box	Yes	-
Digital Odometer	Yes	-
Dual Tone Dashboard	Yes	-
Interior Lighting	Ambient light,Footwell Lamp,Reading Lamp,Boot Lamp,Glove Box Lamp	-
Additional Features	"Mirror package (interior mirror can also register distracting headlights from behind,Depending on the glare and ambient light,it dims automatically),Interior Chrome Package( Controls and trim in the interior door area in silver chrome, EASY-ENTRY switch in silver chrome, Controls to the left of the steering wheel in silver chrome, Hand flatterer, control switch and cup holder on the center console are made or framed in silver chrome, Climate control panel in silver chrome), Widescreen Cockpit (select the display from “Classic”, “Sport”, “Progressive” and “Subtle” display styles), Multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather, EASY-PACK cargo area cover(Removable roller blind to protect and rear seats protects your Luggage,EASY-PACK cargo area cover at any time and store), Velour floor mats(can be removed, vacuumed or cleaned), MBUX rear tablet (7.4-inch MBUX rear tablet, Use all the MBUX multimedia system and control comfort features),"	-
Upholstery	Leather	-
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Exterior
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Rear Right Side
Wheel
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Selenite GreyHigh Tech SilverSodalite BluePolar WhiteObsidian BlackGLS Colours	-
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	-
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	-
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	-
Rear Window Washer	Yes	-
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	-
Alloy Wheels	Yes	-
Rear Spoiler	Yes	-
Sun Roof	Yes	-
Side Stepper	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	-
Integrated Antenna	Yes	-
Chrome Grille	Yes	-
Chrome Garnish	Yes	-
Cornering Headlamps	Yes	-
Roof Rails	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	-
LED Headlamps	Yes	-
LED Taillights	Yes	-
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	-
Additional Features	"MULTIBEAM LED(headlight LEDs to adapt to traffic situations),Aluminium-look, illuminated running boards with rubber studs,Mirror package (fold the exterior mirrors electrically,), Under body protection, 5-triple-spoke light-alloy wheels,"	-
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	-
Fog Lights	Front	-
Sunroof	Panoramic	-
Boot Opening	Automatic	-
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	Yes	-
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	-
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Rear Right Side

Wheel

Front Left Side

Available Colours

Selenite GreyHigh Tech SilverSodalite BluePolar WhiteObsidian BlackGLS Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	-
Brake Assist	Yes	-
Central Locking	Yes	-
Child Safety Locks	Yes	-
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	-
No. of Airbags	10	-
Driver Airbag	Yes	-
Passenger Airbag	Yes	-
Side Airbag	Yes	-
Side Airbag Rear	Yes	-
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	-
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	-
Traction Control	Yes	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	-
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	-
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	-
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	-
Anti Theft Device	Yes	-
Anti Pinch Power Windows	Driver and Passenger	-
Speed Alert	Yes	-
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	-
Knee Airbags	Driver and Passenger	-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	-
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	Driver and Passenger	-
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	-
Blind Spot Monitor	Yes	-
Geo Fence Alert	Yes	-
Hill Assist	Yes	-
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	-
360 View Camera	Yes	-
Curtain Airbag	Yes	-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	-
Acoustic Vehicle Alert System	Yes	-
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

ADAS
Automatic Emergency Braking	-	Yes
Oncoming Lane Mitigation	-	Yes
Speed Assist System	Yes	Yes
Lane Departure Warning	-	Yes
Lane Keep Assist	-	Yes
Driver Attention Warning	-	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	-	Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist	-	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	-	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist	-	Yes
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ADAS

Automatic Emergency Braking

Oncoming Lane Mitigation

Speed Assist System

Lane Departure Warning

Advance Internet
Live Location	Yes	-
Remote Immobiliser	Yes	-
Remote Vehicle Status Check	Yes	-
Digital Car Key	Yes	-
Hinglish Voice Commands	Yes	-
Navigation With Live Traffic	Yes	-
E-Call & I-Call	Yes	-
Google / Alexa Connectivity	Yes	-
SOS Button	Yes	-
Over Speeding Alert	Yes	-
In Car Remote Control App	Yes	-
Valet Mode	Yes	-
Remote AC On/Off	Yes	-
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	Yes	-
Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop	Yes	-
Remote Boot Open	Yes	-
Inbuilt APPs	MBUX	-
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Advance Internet

Live Location

Remote Immobiliser

Remote Vehicle Status Check

Digital Car Key

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	-
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	12.3	11.2
Connectivity	Android Auto	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
Internal Storage	Yes	-
No. of Speakers	13	19
Rear Entertainment System	Yes	-
Additional Features	"Burmester surround sound system( 590 watts of system power,audio experience with Dolby Atmos,Advanced noise compensation (VNC) dynamically adapts music and sounds),Sound Personalization (option for personal profile),Wireless charging system for mobile devices at the front and rear, MBUX Entertainment (Music streaming like Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify into vehicles, providing access to internet radio stations and podcasts),MBUX Entertainment and Extended functions(Music streaming like Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify into vehicles, providing access to internet radio stations and podcasts,Natural language understanding,Learning-capable MBUX language assistant,Personal profiles(Customize your mood by saving individual theme worlds, such as DYNAMIC SELECT driving programs, radio stations, and ambient lighting.), Prediction functions(personal assistant for phone number on the multimedia system, Hard-Disc Navigation(Hard-Disc navigation,2D and 3D map display, MBUX voice assistant to input data and start route guidance, even understanding everyday language, online connectivity, map data is updated as needed and automatically via the mobile network.), Smartphone integration (Wireless smartphone integration supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Display apps from selected third-party providers, Access to current software and data e.g. for navigation, traffic information, contact details, messaging, telephony, media, IP radio,User interface optimized for driving,Control of smartphone functions via voice control), MBUX rear tablet (7.4-inch MBUX rear tablet, Use all the MBUX multimedia system and control comfort features,HDMI or Bluetooth via mobile device, tablet or laptop. It Has touch and voice input both), Power closing (servo closing function pulls your doors gently and almost silently into the lock),"	-
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Inbuilt Apps	yes	-
Rear Touchscreen	Yes	-
Rear Touch Screen Size	7.4 inch	-
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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