Mercedes-Benz GLS vs BMW M3 [2013-2018]

CarWale brings you comparison of Mercedes-Benz GLS and BMW M3 [2013-2018]. The Mercedes-Benz GLS price is Rs. 1.32 Crore and BMW M3 [2013-2018] price is Rs. 1.30 Crore. The Mercedes-Benz GLS is available in 2999 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and BMW M3 [2013-2018] is available in 2979 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol.

GLS vs M3 [2013-2018] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	GLS	M3 [2013-2018]
Price	Rs. 1.32 Crore	Rs. 1.30 Crore
Engine Capacity	2999 cc	2979 cc
Power	375 bhp	431 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (TC)	Automatic
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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Mercedes-Benz GLS

450 4MATIC

Rs. 1.32 Crore

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

BMW M3 [2013-2018]

Sedan

Rs. 1.30 Crore

Last Recorded Price

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Mercedes-Benz GLS

450 4MATIC

BMW M3 [2013-2018]

Sedan

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SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)	250
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	6.1
Engine	2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	2979 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	M256 Turbocharged I6 with Integrated Starter-Alternator
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	375 bhp @ 5800 rpm	431 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	500 Nm @ 1800 rpm	550 Nm @ 1850 rpm
Drivetrain	AWD	RWD
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged
Others	Idle Start/Stop	Idle Start/Stop

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Independent, Double Wishbone, Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping
Rear Suspension	Independent, Multi-link, Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	6
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Alloy
Front Tyres	275 / 45 R21	255 / 40 R18
Rear Tyres	315 / 40 R21	275 / 40 R18

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
High-beam Assist
Blind Spot Detection
Airbags	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 Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Five Zone)	Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Two Zones
Rear AC	Two Zones, Vents Behind Front Armrest and on Roof, 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
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	360 Degree Camera
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Rear
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets	2

Mobile App Features

Seats & Upholstery

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)
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)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	6 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Third Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Artificial Leather	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Third Row Seat Type	Bench
Ventilated Seats	Front only	Front only
Ventilated Seat Type	Heated and cooled	Heated and cooled
Interiors	Dual Tone	Single Tone
Interior Colours	Macchiato Beige / Black, Espresso Brown / Black, Anthracite / Black	Black
Rear Armrest		With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full
Split Rear Seat	40:20:40 split
Split Third Row Seat	50:50 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front, Second & Third	Front & Rear

Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Dual Tone	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
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Chrome	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Side Window Blinds	Rear - Electric	Rear - Manual
Bootlid Opener	Internal with Remote	Internal with Remote
Rear Windshield Blind		Electric

Exterior

Lighting

Ambient Interior Count	64
Headlights	LED	Projector with Xenon
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights	Intelligent	Active
Taillights	LED	Clear Lens
Daytime Running Lights	LED
Fog Lights	LED on front, LED on rear
Ambient Interior Lighting	Multi-colour
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

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital	Analogue
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	Multi-Function Display
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
Tachometer	Digital	Analogue

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Display	LCD Display	LCD Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	12.3
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	6+	6
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
Head Unit Size	Not Available	2 Din
iPod Compatibility
Internal Hard Drive
DVD Playback

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Obsidian Black	Black Sapphire Metallic
	Sodalite Blue	Yas Marina Blue Metallic
	Selenite Silver	Mineral Grey Metallic
	High-tech Silver	Silver Stone Metallic
	Polar White	Mineral White Metallic
		Sakhir Orange Metallic
		Alpine White
		Austin Yellow Metallic

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BMW M3 First Drive Review

By Ameya Dandekar29 Dec 2017

The BMW M3 is a legendary car. With every generation, it has been the de facto benchmark that other manufacturers look to beat. So what makes the M3 so special? The fact that it is all the car you would ever need. Devastatingly fast yet soothing when you are in the mood to cruise around. Physics bending dynamics, but also capable of ironing out imperfect road conditions. Sports car rivalling performance yet having the capability to carry a family of four in luxury. But one should also remember this car is tested and developed in Europe, where road conditions are as similar to ours as vada pav is to a ham burger.

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GLS vs M3 [2013-2018] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Mercedes-Benz GLS and BMW M3 [2013-2018]?

Mercedes-Benz GLS price is Rs. 1.32 Crore and BMW M3 [2013-2018] price is Rs. 1.30 Crore. Hence BMW M3 [2013-2018] is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of GLS compared to M3 [2013-2018]?

For the 450 4MATIC variant, 2999 cc Petrol engine of GLS produces 375 bhp @ 5800 rpm of power and 500 Nm @ 1800 rpm of torque. For the Sedan variant, 2979 cc Petrol engine of M3 [2013-2018] produces 431 bhp @ 5500 rpm of power and 550 Nm @ 1850 rpm of torque.

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Mercedes-Benz GLS vs BMW M3 [2013-2018]

Length (mm)	5209	4671
Width (mm)	2157	1877
Height (mm)	1823	1430
Wheelbase (mm)	3135	2812
Ground Clearance (mm)		140
Kerb Weight (kg)	2460	1595

Doors (Doors)	5	4
Seating Capacity (Person)	7	5
No of Rows (Rows)	3	2
Bootspace (litres)	493	480
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	90	63

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Four-Wheel-Drive	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 Car Lock/Unlock via App
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

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

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

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