Defender vs Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV

Should you buy Defender or Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV? 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. Defender price starts at Rs 1.07 Cr ex-showroom for 2.0 l Petrol 110 X-Dynamic HSE (Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV price starts Rs 1.33 Cr ex-showroom for 450 4Matic (Electric).

Defender Vs EQS SUV

Key Highlights	Defender	Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
On Road Price	Rs.1,84,97,597^*	Rs.1,55,32,100^*
Range (km)	-	809
Fuel Type	Diesel	Electric
Battery Capacity (kWh)	-	122
Charging Time	-	-

Defender
3.0 l Diesel 130 X
1.56 Cr^*
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Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
580 Celebration Edition
1.48 Cr^*
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Basic Information
Variant	3.0 l Diesel 130 X	580 Celebration Edition
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.1,84,97,597^*	Rs.1,55,32,100^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.3,68,777/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.2,97,631/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.6,30,796	Rs.5,79,500
User Rating	4.5 Based on 350 Reviews	4.7 Based on 8 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Brochure not available
Running Cost	-	₹1.51/km

Basic Information

Variant

3.0 l Diesel 130 X

580 Celebration Edition

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.1,84,97,597^*

Rs.1,55,32,100^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.3,68,777/month

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Rs.2,97,631/month

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Insurance

Rs.6,30,796

Rs.5,79,500

User Rating

4.5

Based on 350 Reviews

4.7

Based on 8 Reviews

Brochure

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Running Cost

₹1.51/km

Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	3.0 Litre D300 Diesel	Not applicable
Displacement (cc)	2997	Not applicable
No. of Cylinders	66 Cylinder Cars	Not applicable
Fast Charging	Not applicable	Yes
Battery Capacity (kWh)	Not applicable	122
Motor Type	Not applicable	Permanently excited synchronous
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	296.3bhp@3750rpm	536.40bhp
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	650Nm@1500-2500rpm	858Nm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	Not applicable
Turbo Charger	Yes	Not applicable
Range (km)	Not applicable	809 km
Regenerative Braking	Not applicable	Yes
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	8-Speed	1-Speed
Drive Type	AWD	AWD

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

3.0 Litre D300 Diesel

Not applicable

Displacement (cc)

2997

Not applicable

No. of Cylinders

66 Cylinder Cars

Not applicable

Fast Charging

Not applicable

Battery Capacity (kWh)

Not applicable

122

Motor Type

Not applicable

Permanently excited synchronous

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

296.3bhp@3750rpm

536.40bhp

Max Torque (nm@rpm)

650Nm@1500-2500rpm

858Nm

Valves Per Cylinder

Not applicable

Turbo Charger

Not applicable

Range (km)

Not applicable

809 km

Regenerative Braking

Not applicable

Transmission Type

Automatic

Gearbox

8-Speed

1-Speed

Drive Type

AWD

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Electric
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	11.4	-
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	ZEV

Fuel & Performance

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Air suspension	-
Rear Suspension	Air suspension	-
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	-
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	-
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	191	210
0-100kmph (Seconds)	6.8 s	4.7 s
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	-

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	5099	5136
Width (mm)	2008	1965
Height (mm)	1970	1718
Wheel Base (mm)	3022	3210
Grossweight (kg)	3380	-
Reported Boot Space (Litres)	499	610
Seating Capacity	5	7

Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	3 Zone	2 Zone
Air Quality Control	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Adjustable	Adjustable
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	-	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	-
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	-	Yes
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Voice Commands	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	No	-
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	-	With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator	-	No
Memory Function Seats	Driver's Seat Only	Front
One Touch Operating Power Window	All	-
Glove Box Light	-	Yes
Idle Start Stop System	-	Yes
Power Windows	Front & Rear	-
Cup Holders	Front & Rear	-
Heated Seats	Front Only	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Height & Reach	Powered Adjustment
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	Front & Rear
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Interior
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	-	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	-	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Interior Lighting	Ambient light, Footwell Lamp	-
Digital Cluster	Yes	-
Upholstery	Leather	Leatherette
Ambient Light Colour	64	-

Interior

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Rear Right Side
Wheel
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Tasman Blue Matte White DTBorasco Grey Matte DTWoolstone Green Matte DTSantorini Black White DTFuji WhiteBorasco Grey Matte White DTGondwana Stone Matte White DTSargasso Blue DTCarpathian Grey Matte DTWoolstone Green+36 MoreDefender Colours	Velvet BrownBLACK LACQUERObsidian Black MetallicSMARAGD GREEN METALLICSelenite Grey MetallicOpalith White MetallicHIGH TECH SILBER METALLICLACKSodalite Blue MetallicPolar White Non MetallicALPINGRAU UNILACK+5 MoreEQS SUV Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	-
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Roof Rails	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights	Front & Rear	Front
Antenna	Shark Fin	-
Sunroof	Panoramic	-
Boot Opening	Powered	Electronic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	-
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	-

Exterior

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	6	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	-
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	-	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	All Windows	Driver and Passenger
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	Yes
Blind Spot Monitor	Yes	Yes
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	Yes	Yes
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	Yes	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	5	-
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)	5	-

Safety

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	Yes	Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking	-	Yes
Speed Assist System	-	Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition	-	Yes
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist	Yes	Yes
Lane Departure Warning	Yes	Yes
Lane Keep Assist	-	Yes
Lane Departure Prevention Assist	Yes	Yes
Road Departure Mitigation System	Yes	-
Driver Attention Warning	Yes	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	Yes	-
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert	Yes	Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist	Yes	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Yes	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist	Yes	Yes

ADAS

Advance Internet
Live Location	-	Yes
Remote Immobiliser	-	Yes
Remote Vehicle Status Check	Yes	Yes
Digital Car Key	-	Yes
Hinglish Voice Commands	-	Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic	Yes	Yes
Send POI to Vehicle From App	-	Yes
Live Weather	Yes	Yes
E-Call & I-Call	Yes	Yes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	-	Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity	-	Yes
Save Route/Place	-	Yes
Crash Notification	Yes	-
SOS Button	Yes	Yes
RSA	Yes	Yes
Over Speeding Alert	Yes	Yes
Tow Away Alert	Yes	-
In Car Remote Control App	Yes	Yes
Smartwatch App	-	Yes
Valet Mode	Yes	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	Yes	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	Yes	Yes

Advance Internet

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Wifi Connectivity	-	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	13.1	-
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	14	15
Additional Features	Meridian Surround Sound System more	- more
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Subwoofer	1	-
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Defender
- Legendary road presence: Unmatchable look thanks to its rugged yet modern design
- Can go anywhere: Unmatched off-road capability, made easy with electronics
- More than just an off-roader: Comfortable, spacious, and practical for family use
- Packs a punch: Powerful petrol engine with highway composure
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
- Price. Whole lotta car for ~ Rs 9 lakh over a GLS, and just ~ Rs 2 lakh over the EQE SUV.
- Looks rich! Large size, huge 21” wheels and a sleek silhouette ensures you announce your arrival (subtly).
- Loaded with technology: 56” (combined) Hyperscreen on the dashboard, rear touchscreens, Burmester audio, massage seats — you get everything you want and more.
- Large 122kWh battery should have a real world range well in excess of 500km. It’s deceptively quick as well — 0-100kmph takes just 4.7 seconds!

Defender
- High price: Feels expensive for what equipment and premiumness it offers
- Not so premium: Interior quality not as plush as price suggests
- Bumpy city drives: Suspension can feel firm on smaller bumps in the city
- Brakes could be sharper
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
- Weird feature misses: cooled seats, rear seat sunblinds are not expected at this price point.
- ADAS calibration is best suited for well-marked highways. Feels overwhelming in chaotic Indian conditions.
- Third row is best suited for use by children.

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