Land Rover Discovery vs Mercedes-Benz M-Class

CarWale brings you comparison of Land Rover Discovery and Mercedes-Benz M-Class. The Land Rover Discovery price is Rs. 97.00 Lakh and Mercedes-Benz M-Class price is Rs. 56.74 Lakh. The Land Rover Discovery is available in 1997 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Mercedes-Benz M-Class is available in 2143 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel.

Discovery vs M-Class Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Discovery	M-Class
Price	Rs. 97.00 Lakh	Rs. 56.74 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1997 cc	2143 cc
Power	296 bhp	203 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (TC)	Automatic
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel

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Land Rover Discovery

S 2.0 Petrol

Rs. 97.00 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Mercedes-Benz M-Class

ML 250 CDI

Rs. 56.74 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

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Land Rover Discovery

S 2.0 Petrol

Mercedes-Benz M-Class

ML 250 CDI

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Specifications
Features
Brochure
colours

Specifications
Features
Brochure
colours

Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	1997 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	2143 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder
Engine Type		L/4
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	296 bhp @ 5500 rpm	203 bhp @ 4200 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	400 Nm @ 1500 rpm	500 Nm @ 1600 rpm
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Electric Motor
Others	Idle Start/Stop	Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Fully Independent, Double Wishbones with Coil Springs	double wishbone front suspension
Rear Suspension	Fully Independent, Multi-link with Coil Springs	4-link rear axle
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	6.2	5.9
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Alloy	Alloy
Front Tyres	255 / 55 R20	255 / 55 R19
Rear Tyres	255 / 55 R20	255 / 55 R19

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
High-beam Assist
NCAP Rating	5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Airbags	8 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, 2 Rear Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Optional
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Heated/Cooled Cup Holders
Electronic Parking Brake	Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Three Zone)	Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Two Zones
Rear AC	Separate Zone, Vents On Roof and Pillars, Common Fan Speed Control
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All	Electronic - Internal & Driver Door
Parking Assist	360 Degree Camera	Reverse Camera with Guidance
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Manual Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets

Lighting

Headlights	LED	Projector with Xenon
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights	Active
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED
Fog Lights	Optional,Halogen
Ambient Interior Lighting	Footwell Lamps
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Driver & Co-Driver	Co-Driver Only
Rear Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Metallic
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All	All
One Touch Up	All	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Chrome	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Internal with Remote	Internal with Remote

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto	Wireless
Apple CarPlay	Wireless
Display	Touch-screen Display	LCD Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	11.4
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	6+	6+
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
Head Unit Size	Not Applicable	2 Din
iPod Compatibility

Mobile App Features

Storage
Airbags

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	14 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, extended thigh support forward / back) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	16 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, extended thigh support forward / back, shoulder support forward / back) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	2 way electrically adjustable (backrest tilt forward / back) + 4 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, headrest up / down)
Third Row Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leather	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Ventilated Seats	Front only
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Ebony, Acorn / Ebony
Rear Armrest	With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat	60:40 split
Split Third Row Seat	50:50 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Analogue - Digital	Analogue
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator	Dynamic	Dynamic
Tachometer	Analogue	Analogue

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Byron Blue Metallic	Obsidian Black
	Silicon Silver Metallic	Palladium Silver
	Santorini Black Metallic	Polar White
	Carpathian Grey Metallic
	Namib Orange Metallic
	Yulong White Metallic
	Fuji White

More Expert Reviews on Discovery and M-Class

2017 Land Rover Discovery First Drive Review

By Sagar Bhanushali29 Nov 2017

Although a brilliant family car, the previous-gen Land Rover Discovery (the LR4) was underwhelming to drive and felt utterly old-school. The fast-evolving competition didn’t do it any favours either and with the buying trends changing significantly all the time, Land Rover has had to add to the Disco’s arsenal, while retaining all its practical attributes and off-road ability.

Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG

By Charles Pennefather30 Jun 2014

A fast car isn’t usually fast in Indian conditions. Supercars that have to crawl over speed breakers gingerly, aren’t the best companions in traffic and cannot be taken for holidays out on the highway simply because of the attention they garner. An option, then, is the super-SUV, which has the pace of a supercar but can deal easily with India’s potholes, speed breakers and have enough boot space and tank range to take out on a holiday. The ML63 AMG is one of this class, and it seems to be the vehicle one should choose if one wants to fly under the radar and get his performance high. Does it live up to the expectations that naturally occur when you have ‘AMG’ on it, though?

Dial M for mud-plugging

By CarWale Team14 May 2009

'Go to the address mentioned on the slip, we have an account there,' said Mr. Thomas of Mercedes-Benz while handing over the M-Class. 'We always fill up our cars and hand them over to

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Discovery vs M-Class Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Land Rover Discovery and Mercedes-Benz M-Class?

Land Rover Discovery price is Rs. 97.00 Lakh and Mercedes-Benz M-Class price is Rs. 56.74 Lakh. Hence Mercedes-Benz M-Class is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of Discovery compared to M-Class?

For the S 2.0 Petrol variant, 1997 cc Petrol engine of Discovery produces 296 bhp @ 5500 rpm of power and 400 Nm @ 1500 rpm of torque. For the ML 250 CDI variant, 2143 cc Diesel engine of M-Class produces 203 bhp @ 4200 rpm of power and 500 Nm @ 1600 rpm of torque.

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Land Rover Discovery vs Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Length (mm)	4956	4804
Width (mm)	2073	2141
Height (mm)	1888	1796
Wheelbase (mm)	2923	2915
Ground Clearance (mm)	207
Kerb Weight (kg)		2175

Doors (Doors)	5	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	7	5
No of Rows (Rows)	3	2
Bootspace (litres)		690
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)		70

Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic	Electrically Adjustable
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Four-Wheel-Drive	Full-time	Torque-On-Demand
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Ride Height Adjustment
Hill Descent Control
Limited Slip Differential (LSD)

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Geo-fence
Emergency Call
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

Cup Holders	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox
Sunglass Holder

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3	2
Warranty (In Kilometres)	100000	Unlimited