BMW X5 Vs Mercedes-Benz GLS comparison

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On Road Price New Delhi	₹ 83.71 Lakh Book Test Drive	₹ 94.5 Lakh Book Test Drive

Overview

Compare BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLS

Trying to figure out which of these cars to buy? Compare the BMW X5 Vs Mercedes-Benz GLS on CarAndBike to make an informed buying decision as to which car to buy in 2019. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these cars.

Compare Price

The ex-showroom, New Delhi price of the Petrol BMW X5 starts at ₹ 97.28 Lakh. The base Diesel version of the BMW X5 costs ₹ 86.27 Lakh, whereas the BMW X5 Diesel top-end costs ₹ 97.48 Lakh. On the other hand, the price of the base Petrol version of the Mercedes-Benz GLS starts at ₹ 1.04 Crore. The base Diesel model of the Mercedes-Benz GLS costs ₹ 1.04 Crore.

Compare Mileage

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the BMW X5 base Petrol engine returns 16 kmpl, whereas the base diesel returns 16 kmpl. The Mercedes-Benz GLS base Petrol returns 10 kmpl, whereas its base Diesel counterpart gives 11 kmpl of fuel efficiency.

Compare Engine

In the powertrain department, the BMW X5 gets 340 bhp Petrol engine and 265 bhp Diesel engine, whereas the Mercedes-Benz GLS comes in 329 bhp Petrol engine and 254 bhp Diesel engine.

Engine

Engine Type	TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder Diesel Engine	3.0-litre V6 Diesel Engine
Displacement (CC)	2993 CC	2987 CC
No Of Cylinder	6	6
Power	265 bhp@4000 rpm	254 bhp@3400 rpm
Torque	620 Nm@2500 rpm	620 Nm@1600-2400 rpm
Drive Train	AWD	AWD

Dimensions

Length	4922 mm	5130 mm
Width	2004 mm	1934 mm
Height	1745 mm	1850 mm
Wheelbase	2975 mm	3075 mm
Ground Clearance	209 mm	N/A
Boot Space	650 L	680 L
Kerb Weight	N/A	2455 Kg
Gross Weight	N/A	3250 Kg
Front Track	N/A	1655 mm
Rear Track	N/A	1675 mm
Minimum Turning Radius	6.40 m	6.20 m
No. Of Doors	5	5
Seating Capacity	5	7

Transmission

No. of gears	Automatic	Automatic
Clutch Type	N/A	N/A
Adaptive 2-axle Air Suspension
Adaptive Suspension
Cruise Control with braking function
Integrated Brake System

Wheels & Tyres

Wheel Type	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Radial	Tubeless
Front Tyre Size	265/50 R19	275/50 R20
Rear Tyre Size	265/50 R19	275/50 R20

Braking System

Front Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc

Suspension

Front Suspension	Adaptive Suspension	AIRMATIC WITH ADS PLUS
Rear Suspension	Adaptive Suspension	AIRMATIC WITH ADS PLUS

Fuel Efficiency

Mileage City	13.38 Kmpl	N/A
Mileage Highway	15.00 Kmpl	N/A
Mileage	15.97 Kmpl	11.00 Kmpl
Fuel Tank Capacity	85.0	100.0

Steering

Power Steering
Steering Type	Electric Power Steering	Electric Power Steering
Adjustable Power Steering

Performance

Performance 0 To 100 Kmph	6.9 seconds	7.8 seconds
Max Speed	230	222

Safety & Security

Airbags
Passenger Airbags
Side Airbags
ABS
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Brake Assist
Hill Assist
Electronic Stability Program
Tractional Control
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Child Safety Lock
Power Door Lock
Automatic Headlamps
Cornering Lights
Turn Indicators On ORVM
Rear Wiper
Rain Sensing Wipers
Headlight Washers
Headlamp Beam Adjuster

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	4-Zone Automatic Climate Control	3-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Heater
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio
Paddle Shift
Cruise Control
Power Outlets 12V
Rear Parking Sensor
Rear Parking Camera
Electrically Adjustable Rear View Mirror
Push Start Stop Button
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Lumbar Support
Front Armrest
Rear Armrest
Upholstery	Leather 'Dakota'	ARTICO Leather
Front Cup Holders
Keyless Entry
Climate Control
Surround view cameras with 360 degree view including top view, panorama view and 3D view
Telephony with wireless charging and extended functionality

Lights

Light Type	Adaptive LED	LED
Front Fog Lamps
Rear Fog Lamps

Instrumentation & Communication

Distance To Empty
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator
Seat Belt Warning
Low Fuel Warning
Door Ajar Warning
GPS Navigation

Entertainment

Music System
CD/DVD Player
Speakers
Internal Memory
Radio
USB Support
Bluetooth Support

Reviews

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