BMW X5 vs Mercedes-Benz GLS
Should you buy BMW X5 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 X5 price starts at Rs 97 Lakh ex-showroom for xDrive40i xLine (Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz GLS price starts Rs 1.34 Cr ex-showroom for 450 4matic (Petrol). X5 has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while GLS has 2999 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the X5 has a mileage of 12 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the GLS has a mileage of 12 kmpl (Diesel top model).
X5 Vs GLS
| Key Highlights | BMW X5 | Mercedes-Benz GLS |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.1,30,55,612* | Rs.1,63,30,005* |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine(cc) | 2993 | 2925 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
BMW X5 vs Mercedes-Benz GLS comparison
- BMW X5
- Top SellingxDrive30d xLine (Diesel) 99 Lakh*
- xDrive30d M Sport (Diesel) 1.11 Cr*
- xDrive40i xLine (Petrol) 97 Lakh*
- xDrive40i M Sport (Petrol) 1.09 Cr*
Rs1.11 Cr *VS - VS
- Defender
- 3.0 l Diesel 90 X-Dynamic HSE (Diesel) 1.28 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 110 X-Dynamic HSE (Diesel) 1.35 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 110 Sedona Edition (Diesel) 1.42 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 110 X (Diesel) 1.45 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 130 X-Dynamic HSE (Diesel) 1.49 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 130 X (Diesel) 1.59 Cr*
- Top Selling2.0 l Petrol 110 X-Dynamic HSE (Petrol) 1.05 Cr*
- Land Rover 5.0 l V8 Petrol 110 X-Dynamic HSE (Petrol) 1.49 Cr*
- Land Rover 5.0 l V8 Petrol 90 X (Petrol) 1.52 Cr*
- Land Rover 5.0 l V8 Petrol 110 X (Petrol) 1.59 Cr*
- Land Rover 2.0 l Petrol 110 PHEV Sedona Red Edition (Petrol) 1.60 Cr*
- Land Rover 5.0 l V8 Petrol 130 X-Dynamic HSE (Petrol) 1.65 Cr*
- Land Rover 5.0 l V8 Petrol 130 X (Petrol) 1.75 Cr*
- Land Rover 5.0 l V8 Petrol 110 V8 (Petrol) 1.79 Cr*
- 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA (Petrol) 2.59 Cr*
- 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA Edition One (Petrol) 2.79 Cr*
Rs1.28 Cr *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.1,30,55,612* | Rs.1,63,30,005* | Rs.1,50,50,822* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.2,53,143/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.3,10,824/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.2,86,477/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.2,82,532 | Rs.5,64,855 | Rs.5,22,822 |
| User Rating | Based on 48 Reviews | Based on 30 Reviews | Based on 274 Reviews |
| Brochure |
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 ✕ | TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder engine | - | 3.0 Litre Diesel Engine |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | 2993 | 2925 | 2997 |
| 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. ✕ | 66 Cylinder Cars | 66 Cylinder Cars | 44 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. ✕ | 281.68bhp@4000rpm | 362.07bhp@4000rpm | 296.36bhp@4000rpm |
View More View Less | |||
Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Mileage Highway (kmpl) | - | 12 | - |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 12 | - | 14.01 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 80 | - | 89 |
View More View Less | |||
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. ✕ | Air suspension | Air suspension | Double wishbone 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. ✕ | Air suspension | Air suspension | Multi-link 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 | Electronic |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car. ✕ | - | Tilt & Telescopic | Adjustable |
View More View Less | |||
Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4922 | 5209 | 4583 |
| 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 ✕ | 2004 | 2157 | 2105 |
| 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 ✕ | 1745 | 1823 | 1974 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The unladen 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 |
View More View Less | |||
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 | Yes |
| Power Boot An automated system that opens and closes the car's boot lid or trunk with the press of a button or remote control. Makes accessing the boot easier. ✕ | 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. ✕ | 4 Zone | 5 Zone | 2 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 | Yes | Optional |
View More View Less | |||
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 | Yes |
| Electronic Multi Tripmeter Measures the distance a vehicle has travelled for a particular trip. A multi-tripmeter can keep track of multiple distances. For example kilometres since the last fuel up and kilometres travelled since the last service. The different tripmeters can be reset by the user as and when needed. ✕ | Yes | - | - |
| Leather Seats | Yes | - | - |
View More View Less | |||
Exterior
| Available Colours | Skyscraper Grey Metallic Mineral White Metallic Tanzanite Blue Metallic Dravit Grey Metallic Black Sapphire Metallic +1 MoreX5 Colours | Selenite Grey High Tech Silver Sodalite Blue Polar White Obsidian Black GLS Colours | Gondwana Stone Lantau Bronze Hakuba Silver Silicon Silver Tasman Blue +6 MoreDefender Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | Yes | Yes |
View More View Less | |||
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 | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | 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 | 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 | Yes |
View More View Less | |||
Advance Internet
| Live Location | - | Yes | - |
| Remote Immobiliser | - | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Alarm | - | Yes | - |
| Remote Vehicle Status Check | - | Yes | - |
View More View Less | |||
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 | Yes |
| Audio System Remote Control A remote to control the car's audio system without reaching for the dashboard. Makes controlling the audio system easy from all seats inside the car.✕ | Yes | - | - |
| MirrorLink Connects a smartphone's display to the car's infotainment system allowing the use of phone apps, such as music and navigation.✕ | - | - | No |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | Yes | Yes | Yes |
View More View Less | |||
Research more on X5 and GLS
- Expert Reviews
- Recent News
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS: Bigger Is Surely Better Here!
The biggest SUV in Mercedes-Benz India’s portfolio was recently given a midlife update to make it se...
By Rohit Mar 05, 2024
15 Luxury SUVs Were Launched In India In 2023!
Out of the 15 luxury SUVs launched this year, 6 were electric models...
By Ansh Dec 22, 2023
Car News That Mattered This Week (July 10-14): New Launches And Updates, Spy Shots Of Upcoming Cars And More
The last week was filled with a couple of new car launches, while a crossover-hatchback was also put...
By Shreyash Jul 15, 2023
2023 BMW X5 Facelift Launched At Rs 93.90 Lakh
The 2023 X5 gets a revised front fascia and updated cabin with dual integrated displays...
By Sonny Jul 14, 2023
Top News Highlights Of The Week (January 8 - 12): New Launches, Unveils, Price Hikes And Much More
The second week of 2024 witnessed a lot of automotive action with new launches and model year update...
By Ansh Jan 13, 2024
Mercedes-Benz GLS Facelift Launched In India At Rs 1.32 Crore
Bookings for the new GLS are already underway and it can be had in two trims: GLS 450 and GLS 400d...
By Ansh Jan 08, 2024
These 3 Cars Are Set To Go On Sale In January 2024
There are just three models on this list, all facelifted SUVs but belonging to different segments...
By Rohit Jan 01, 2024
X5 comparison with similar cars
GLS comparison with similar cars
Compare cars by SUV
Find the right car
- By Budget
- By Vehicle Type
- By Fuel
- By Seating Capacity
- By Popular Brand
- By Transmission
Questions & answers
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi