BMW i5 vs Mercedes-Benz GLS

Should you buy BMW i5 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. BMW i5 price starts at Rs 1.20 Cr ex-showroom for M60 xDrive (Electric) and Mercedes-Benz GLS price starts Rs 1.34 Cr ex-showroom for 450 4matic (Petrol).

i5 Vs GLS

Key Highlights	BMW i5	Mercedes-Benz GLS
On Road Price	Rs.1,25,42,196^*	Rs.1,63,30,005^*
Range (km)	516	-
Fuel Type	Electric	Diesel
Battery Capacity (kWh)	83.9	-
Charging Time	4H-15mins-22Kw-( 0–100%)	-

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BMW i5
Rs1.20 Cr^*
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Mercedes-Benz GLS
Rs1.39 Cr^*
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Brand / Model
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BMW i5
M60 xDrive
1.20 Cr^*
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Mercedes-Benz GLS
450d 4matic
1.39 Cr^*
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Basic Information	M60 xDrive	450d 4matic
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.1,25,42,196^*	Rs.1,63,30,005^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.2,38,731/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.3,10,824/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.4,72,696	Rs.5,64,855
User Rating	4.8 Based on 4 Reviews	4.4 Based on 30 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure
Running Cost	₹1.63/km	-

Basic Information

M60 xDrive

450d 4matic

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.1,25,42,196^*

Rs.1,63,30,005^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.2,38,731/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.3,10,824/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.4,72,696

Rs.5,64,855

User Rating

4.8

Based on 4 Reviews

4.4

Based on 30 Reviews

Brochure

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Running Cost

₹1.63/km

Engine & Transmission
Displacement (cc)	Not applicable	2925
No. of Cylinders	Not applicable	66 Cylinder Cars
Fast Charging	No	Not applicable
Battery Capacity (kWh)	83.9	Not applicable
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	592.73bhp	362.07bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	795Nm	750Nm@1350-2800rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	Not applicable	4
Turbo Charger	Not applicable	Yes
Range (km)	516 km	Not applicable
Charging Time (A.C)	4H-15mins-22Kw-( 0–100%)	Not applicable
Charging Time (D.C)	30mins-205kw(10–80%)	Not applicable
Regenerative Braking	Yes	Not applicable
Charging Port	CCS-II	Not applicable
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	-	9-Speed TRONIC AT
Drive Type	AWD	AWD
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Engine & Transmission

Displacement (cc)

Not applicable

2925

No. of Cylinders

Not applicable

66 Cylinder Cars

Fast Charging

Not applicable

Battery Capacity (kWh)

83.9

Not applicable

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Electric	Diesel
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	-	12
Emission Norm Compliance	ZEV	BS VI 2.0

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Electric

Diesel

Mileage Highway (kmpl)

Emission Norm Compliance

ZEV

BS VI 2.0

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Multi link suspension	Air suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi link suspension	Air suspension
Steering Type	-	Electric
Steering Column	-	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	-	Rack & Pinion
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
0-100kmph (Seconds)	-	6.1 s
Tyre Type	-	Tubeless,Radial
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	-	R21
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	-	R21
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

Multi link suspension

Air suspension

Rear Suspension

Multi link suspension

Air suspension

Steering Type

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	5060	5209
Width (mm)	2156	2157
Height (mm)	1505	1823
Wheel Base (mm)	2995	2782
Grossweight (kg)	-	3250
Approach Angle	-	27°
Break Over Angle	-	15°
Departure Angle	-	24°
Reported Boot Space (Litres)	490	355
Seating Capacity	5	7
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	5 Zone
Air Quality Control	-	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	-	Yes
Vanity Mirror	-	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Adjustable	-
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Active Noise Cancellation	-	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	-	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	-	50:50 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Cooled Glovebox	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	Yes	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Tailgate Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	No	Yes
Luggage Hook And Net	-	Yes
Battery Saver	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), Energizing Air Control(Monitoring of air quality including a two-stage filter concept), 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	All
Autonomous Parking	-	Full
Glove Box Light	-	Yes
Idle Start Stop System	Yes	Yes
Power Windows	Front & Rear	-
Cup Holders	Front & Rear	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	-	Yes
KeyLess Entry	-	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	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), Energizing Air Control(Monitoring of air quality including a two-stage filter concept), 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	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	-	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	-	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	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), 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),"
Digital Cluster	Yes	-
Upholstery	Leatherette	Leather
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Exterior
Available Colours	Brooklyn Grey MetallicMineral White MetallicOxide Grey MetallicTanzanite Blue MetallicDRAGON-FIRE-RED-METALLICCape York Green MetallicCarbon Black MetallicPhytonic Blue MetallicFROZEN-DEEP-GREY-METALLICSophisto Grey Brilliant Effect+7 Morei5 Colours	Selenite GreyHigh Tech SilverSodalite BluePolar WhiteObsidian BlackGLS Colours
Body Type	SedanAll Sedan Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	Yes	-
Alloy Wheels	-	Yes
Rear Spoiler	-	Yes
Sun Roof	-	Yes
Side Stepper	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlamps	Yes	-
Cornering Foglamps	-	Yes
Roof Rails	-	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	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	Yes
Fog Lights	Front	Front
Sunroof	-	Panoramic
Boot Opening	Powered	Automatic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Puddle Lamps	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	-
Tyre Type	-	Tubeless,Radial
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Exterior

Available Colours

Brooklyn Grey MetallicMineral White MetallicOxide Grey MetallicTanzanite Blue MetallicDRAGON-FIRE-RED-METALLIC+7 Morei5 Colours

Selenite GreyHigh Tech SilverSodalite BluePolar WhiteObsidian BlackGLS Colours

Body Type

SedanAll Sedan Cars

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	6	10
Driver Airbag	-	Yes
Passenger Airbag	-	Yes
Side Airbag	-	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	-	Yes
Day Night Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	-	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	-	All Windows
Speed Alert	-	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	-	Yes
Knee Airbags	-	Driver and Passenger
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	-	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	-	All
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

Advance Internet
Live Location	-	Yes
Remote Immobiliser	-	Yes
Engine Start Alarm	-	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
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

Engine Start Alarm

Remote Vehicle Status Check

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	-	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	-	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	-	-
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
Internal Storage	-	Yes
No. of Speakers	-	13
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
Rear Touchscreen	-	Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size	-	7.4 inch
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between BMW i5 and Mercedes-Benz GLS?

A ) BMW i5 price starts at ₹1.20 Cr & Mercedes-Benz GLS price starts at ₹1.34 Cr in New Delhi. BMW i5 is cheaper between these two cars.

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