Mercedes-Benz GLS vs Land Rover Discovery

CarWale brings you comparison of Mercedes-Benz GLS and Land Rover Discovery. The Mercedes-Benz GLS price is Rs. 1.34 Crore and Land Rover Discovery price is Rs. 1.34 Crore. The Mercedes-Benz GLS is available in 2999 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Land Rover Discovery is available in 2997 cc engine with 2 fuel type options: Diesel and Petrol.

GLS vs Discovery Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	GLS	Discovery
Price	Rs. 1.34 Crore	Rs. 1.34 Crore
Engine Capacity	2999 cc	2997 cc
Power	375 bhp	345 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (TC)	Automatic (TC)
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel

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Mercedes-Benz GLS

450 4MATIC

Rs. 1.34 Crore

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Land Rover Discovery

S 3.0 Diesel

Rs. 1.34 Crore

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

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Mercedes-Benz GLS

450 4MATIC

Land Rover Discovery

S 3.0 Diesel

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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	2997 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	M256 Turbocharged I6 with Integrated Starter-Alternator	3.0 litre Turbocharged
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	375 bhp @ 5800 rpm	345 bhp @ 4000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	500 Nm @ 1800 rpm	700 Nm @ 1500 rpm
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Electric Motor
Others	Idle Start/Stop	Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4, DOHC

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Independent, Double Wishbone, Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping	Fully Independent, Double Wishbones with Coil Springs
Rear Suspension	Independent, Multi-link, Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping	Fully Independent, Multi-link with Coil Springs
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	6	6.2
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Alloy
Front Tyres	275 / 45 R21	255 / 55 R20
Rear Tyres	315 / 40 R21	255 / 55 R20

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
High-beam Assist
NCAP Rating	Not Tested	5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Blind Spot Detection
Airbags	9 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, 2 Rear Passenger Side)	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 Five Zone)	Yes (Automatic Three Zone)
Front AC	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	Separate Zone, Vents On Roof and Pillars, Common Fan Speed Control
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	360 Degree Camera
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Manual Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets	2

Lighting

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

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Dual Tone	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Metallic	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
Side Window Blinds	Rear - Electric
Bootlid Opener	Internal with Remote	Internal with Remote

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto		Wireless
Apple CarPlay		Wireless
Display	LCD Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	12.3	11.4
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
iPod Compatibility
Internal Hard Drive

Mobile App Features

Storage
Airbags

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)	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)
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)	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	6 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	2 way electrically adjustable (backrest tilt forward / back) + 4 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, headrest up / down)
Third Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)	4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt forward / back, 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
Interiors	Dual Tone	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Macchiato Beige / Black, Espresso Brown / Black, Anthracite / Black	Ebony, Acorn / Ebony
Rear Armrest		Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat	40:20:40 split	60:40 split
Split Third Row Seat	50:50 split	50:50
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front, Second & Third	Front & Rear

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital	Analogue - Digital
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
Tachometer	Digital	Analogue

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Obsidian Black	Byron Blue Metallic
	Sodalite Blue	Silicon Silver Metallic
	Selenite Silver	Santorini Black Metallic
	High-tech Silver	Carpathian Grey Metallic
	Polar White	Namib Orange Metallic
		Yulong White Metallic
		Fuji White

More Expert Reviews on GLS and Discovery

Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4Matic First Drive

By Bilal Ahmed Firfiray07 Jan 2024

The Mercedes-Benz GLS is a decadent set of wheels for the discerning elite, no less.

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.

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GLS vs Discovery Comparison FAQs

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

Mercedes-Benz GLS price is Rs. 1.34 Crore and Land Rover Discovery price is Rs. 1.34 Crore. Hence Mercedes-Benz GLS is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of GLS compared to Discovery?

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 S 3.0 Diesel variant, 2997 cc Diesel engine of Discovery produces 345 bhp @ 4000 rpm of power and 700 Nm @ 1500 rpm of torque.

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Mercedes-Benz GLS vs Land Rover Discovery

Length (mm)	5209	4956
Width (mm)	2157	2073
Height (mm)	1823	1888
Wheelbase (mm)	3135	2923
Ground Clearance (mm)		207
Kerb Weight (kg)	2460

Doors (Doors)	5	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	7	7
No of Rows (Rows)	3	3
Bootspace (litres)	493	258
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	90

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

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

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	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

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

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