Mercedes-Benz GLS vs BMW iX vs Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV

CarWale brings you comparison of Mercedes-Benz GLS, BMW iX and Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV. The Mercedes-Benz GLS price is Rs. 1.32 Crore, BMW iX price is Rs. 1.21 Crore and Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV price is Rs. 1.39 Crore. The Mercedes-Benz GLS is available in 2999 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol.

GLS vs iX vs EQE SUV Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	GLS	iX	EQE SUV
Price	Rs. 1.32 Crore	Rs. 1.21 Crore	Rs. 1.39 Crore
Engine Capacity	2999 cc	-	-
Power	375 bhp	-	-
Transmission	Automatic (TC)	Automatic	Automatic
Fuel Type	Petrol	Electric	Electric

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Mercedes-Benz GLS

450 4MATIC

Rs. 1.32 Crore

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

BMW iX

xDrive 40

Rs. 1.21 Crore

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV

500 4MATIC

Rs. 1.39 Crore

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

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Mercedes-Benz GLS

450 4MATIC

BMW iX

xDrive 40

Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV

500 4MATIC

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SPECIFICATIONS
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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)	250	200	210
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	6.1	6.1	4.9
DC Fast Charging			10-80 % : 32 mins, 100 kW charger
AC Fast Charging			0-100 % : 9 hrs 30 mins, 11 kW charger
Engine	2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	Not Applicable Cylinders Not Applicable, Not Applicable Valves/Cylinder, Not Applicable
Engine Type	M256 Turbocharged I6 with Integrated Starter-Alternator	Electric
Fuel Type	Petrol	Electric	Electric
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	375 bhp @ 5800 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	500 Nm @ 1800 rpm
Max Motor Performance		322 bhp, 630 Nm	402 bhp, 858 Nm
Driving Range (km)			550
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD	AWD
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic - 1 Gears	Automatic - 1 Gears, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged		Not Applicable
Battery		76.6 kWh, Lithium Ion,Battery Placed Under Floor Pan	90.56 kWh, Lithium Ion,Battery Placed Under Floor Pan
Electric Motor		2 Permanent magnet synchronous Placed At One motor each on front and rear axle	2 Permanent magnet synchronous Placed At One motor each on front and rear axle
Others	Idle Start/Stop	Regenerative Braking, Pure Electric Driving Mode	Regenerative Braking, Pure Electric Driving Mode

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Independent, Double Wishbone, Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping	Double wishbone
Rear Suspension	Independent, Multi-link, Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping	Five-link
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	6		6.1
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Alloy	Steel
Front Tyres	275 / 45 R21	255 / 50 R21	R20
Rear Tyres	315 / 40 R21	255 / 50 R21	R20

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Puncture Repair Kit
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
High-beam Assist
NCAP Rating	Not Tested	Not Tested	5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Blind Spot Detection
Lane Departure Prevention
Rear Cross-traffic Assist
Airbags	9 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, 2 Rear Passenger Side)	8 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	9 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, 2 Rear Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Comfort & Convenience

Air Purifier
Electronic Parking Brake		Yes with Auto Hold	Yes with Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Five Zone)	Yes (Automatic Four Zone)	Yes (Automatic Four Zone)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC	Two Zones, Vents Behind Front Armrest and on Roof, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Two Zones, Vents Behind Front Armrest, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Two Zones, Vents Behind Front Armrest and on Pillars, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Third Row AC Zone	Vents on Roof , Fan Speed Controls
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All	Electronic - All	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	360 Degree Camera		360 Degree Camera
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cruise Control			Adaptive
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Electric Tilt & Telescopic	Electric Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets	2	1

Mobile App Features

Seats & Upholstery

Massage Seats
Driver Seat Adjustment	14 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, extended thigh support forward / back)	10 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)	22 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back, headrest: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out, shoulder support bolsters: in / out)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	14 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, extended thigh support forward / back)	6 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)	22 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, extended thigh support forward / back, headrest forward / back, backrest bolsters in / out, shoulder support bolsters in / out)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	6 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	2 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt: forward / back)
Third Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Artificial Leather	Leather	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench	Bench
Third Row Seat Type	Bench
Ventilated Seats	Front only		All
Ventilated Seat Type	Heated and cooled		Heated and cooled
Interiors	Dual Tone	Dual Tone	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Macchiato Beige / Black, Espresso Brown / Black, Anthracite / Black	Interior design Suite Leather Castanea	Black / Balao Brown/Neva Gray / Balao Brown
Rear Armrest			With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat	40:20:40 split	40:20:40 split	40:20:40 split
Split Third Row Seat	50:50 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front, Second & Third	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Dual Tone	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Metallic		Illuminated
Soft-close Door
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All	All	All
One Touch Up	All	All	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Auto Folding	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured	Chrome
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Chrome	Chrome	Silver
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Side Window Blinds	Rear - Electric
Bootlid Opener	Internal with Remote	Electric Opening and Closing	Electric Opening and Closing

Exterior

Lighting

Ambient Interior Count	64	6
Headlights	LED	LED	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights	Intelligent		Active
Taillights	LED	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED	LED	LED
Fog Lights	LED on front, LED on rear	LED,LED	LED
Ambient Interior Lighting	Multi-colour
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Rear Reading Lamp			Both Sides
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital	Digital	Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	Electronic 2 Trips	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Shift Indicator		Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Heads Up Display (HUD)
Tachometer	Digital		Digital

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto		Wireless
Apple CarPlay		Wireless
Display	LCD Display	Touch-screen Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	12.3	14.9	17.7
Gesture Control
Display Screen for Rear Passengers			Optional
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	6+	18	15
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
iPod Compatibility
Internal Hard Drive

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

Obsidian Black	Black Sapphire Metallic	Obsidian Black Metallic
Sodalite Blue	Phytonic Blue Metallic	Selenite Grey Metallic
Selenite Silver	Sophisto Grey (metallic)	Sodalite Blue Metallic
High-tech Silver	Storm Bay Metallic	Emerald Green Metallic
Polar White	Aventurin Red metallic	High-Tech Silver Metallic
	Oxide Grey Metallic	Velvet Brown Metallic
	Mineral White Metallic	Alpine Grey
		Diamond White
		Polar White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.7/5

6 Ratings

4.7/5

6 Ratings

5.0/5

1 Rating

Rating Parameters	4.9Exterior	3.8Exterior
	4.9Comfort	4.3Comfort
	4.7Performance	4.5Performance
	4.4Fuel Economy	4.0Fuel Economy
	4.6Value for Money	4.0Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Mercedes-Benz

A sleek and comforting ride with a multitude of features. The car itself is humongous and feels light to drive, and is highly recommended by me. this car is a must to try.

Performance king

Its an amazing experience What a performance I love it When i drive the bmw iX well worthy performance i got Now i decided to buy a new iX in very few month and I ordered for my future business uses

Here's the only review you need , Thanks!

The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 500 4MATIC offers a compelling blend of luxury, performance, and eco-friendliness for Indian consumers. Its electric drivetrain provides ample power and torque, ensuring brisk acceleration and a smooth, quiet ride. The spacious interior is a testament to Mercedes-Benz's commitment to luxury, with top-notch materials and advanced technology throughout. Here's my take Pros: 1. Electric Powertrain: The EQE SUV's electric powertrain delivers instant torque, offering a thrilling driving experience while being environmentally conscious. 2. Luxury Interior: The cabin boasts premium materials, comfortable seats, and cutting-edge tech, providing a true luxury experience. 3. Advanced Features: Equipped with the latest in-car tech, including the MBUX infotainment system and advanced driver-assistance features. 4. Solid Range: Offers a respectable electric range suitable for most Indian commuting needs. Cons: 1. Price: The EQE SUV comes with a premium price tag that might be a hurdle for some Indian consumers. 2. Charging Infrastructure: While improving, India's charging infrastructure may still be a concern for long-distance travel. 3. Limited Model Availability: Availability may be limited initially, potentially leading to long waiting periods. In conclusion, the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 500 4MATIC is an impressive electric SUV that caters to the luxury segment in India, offering a compelling package for those willing to invest in cutting-edge electric mobility.

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Rs. 1.32 Crore onwards

Rs. 66.90 Lakh onwards

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Rs. 2.45 Crore onwards

GLS vs iX vs EQE SUV Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Mercedes-Benz GLS, BMW iX and Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV?

Mercedes-Benz GLS price is Rs. 1.32 Crore, BMW iX price is Rs. 1.21 Crore and Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV price is Rs. 1.39 Crore. Hence BMW iX is the cheapest amongst these cars.

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Mercedes-Benz GLS vs BMW iX vs Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV

Length (mm)	5209	4953	4863
Width (mm)	2157	1967	1940
Height (mm)	1823	1695	1685
Wheelbase (mm)	3135	3000	3030
Kerb Weight (kg)	2460		2610

Doors (Doors)	5	5	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	7	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	3	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	493
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	90

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

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Keyless	Keyless
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
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
Alexa Compatibility

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

Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic Sunroof	Panoramic Sunroof	Panoramic Sunroof
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Body Kit	Cladding - Body Coloured
Rub-strips	Black	Body Coloured	Chrome Inserts

Battery Warranty (In Years)	Not Applicable	8	10
Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable	160000	250000
Warranty (In Years)	3		3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited	Not Applicable	Unlimited