BMW X5 vs Mercedes-Benz GLS

Mercedes-Benz GLS Price starts at Rs. 1.33 Crore which is Rs. 37.90 Lakh costlier than base model of BMW X5 priced at Rs. 96.00 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW X5 (Diesel Model) is 12 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Mercedes-Benz GLS (Diesel Model) is 12 kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW X5 (Top Model) is powered by 2993 cc engine , while Mercedes-Benz GLS (Top Model) is powered by 2925 cc engine. The Comparison BMW X5 xDrive30d M Sport vs Mercedes-Benz GLS 450d 4matic can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

X5 vs GLS

Key Highlights X5 xDrive30d M SportGLS 450d 4matic
Engine Type TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder engine ...
Max Power 281.68bhp@4000rpm 362.07bhp@4000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 12 Kmpl ...
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Basic Info BMW X5 xDrive30d M SportMercedes Benz GLS 450d 4matic
Rating
28 reviews
15 reviews
Brand Name BMW Mercedes Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.09 Crore Check On Road Price Rs. 1.38 Crore Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2993 cc 2925 cc
Body Type SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars
Max Power 281.68bhp@4000rpm 362.07bhp@4000rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 6
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed Steptronic 9-Speed TRONIC AT
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Colors
BMW X5 Colors
Mercedes Benz GLS Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 12 Kmpl ...
Tyre Size 21 ...
Boot Space 645 Liters ...
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
EMI
Rs. 2,11,822 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 2,68,695 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 4.51 Lakh X5 Insurance Rs. 5.64 Lakh GLS Insurance
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Engine Type
TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder engine
...
Motor Power
12bhp
...
Engine Displacement
2993 cc
2925 cc
Motor Type
48V Electric Motor
...
Max Power
281.68bhp@4000rpm
362.07bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque
650Nm@1500-2500rpm
750Nm@1350-2800rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
6
6
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic
9-Speed TRONIC AT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
AWD
Paddle Shift
Kerb Weight
2170 Kg
...
Turbo Charger
Twin
Mild Hybrid

Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
0-100 kmph
6.1 Sec
6.1 Sec
Fuel Capacity
80 Liters
...
Top Speed
243 Km/h
...
Mileage (ARAI)
12 Kmpl
...
Mileage (Highway)
...
12 kmpl

Suspension Front
3
3
Suspension Rear
4
4
Brakes Front
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
21
...
Tyre Type
Tubeless, Runflat
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
Black, Sensatec Black
"Mirror package (interior mirror can also register distracting headlights from behind,Depending on the glare and ambient light,it dims automatically),Interior Chrome Package( Controls and trim in the interior door area in silver chrome, EASY-ENTRY switch in silver chrome, Controls to the left of the steering wheel in silver chrome, Hand flatterer, control switch and cup holder on the center console are made or framed in silver chrome, Climate control panel in silver chrome), Widescreen Cockpit (select the display from “Classic”, “Sport”, “Progressive” and “Subtle” display styles), EASY-PACK cargo area cover(Removable roller blind to protect and rear seats protects your Luggage,EASY-PACK cargo area cover at any time and store), Velour floor mats(can be removed, vacuumed or cleaned), MBUX rear tablet (7.4-inch MBUX rear tablet, Use all the MBUX multimedia system and control
Fabric Upholstery
...
Leather Seats
...
Rear Seat Headrest
...
Digital Cluster
Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3 Instrument Display
...
Air Conditioner
Ambient Light Colour
6
...
Digital Odometer
Seating Capacity
5
7
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
645 Liters
...

Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
Smart
...
Additional Exterior Features
Illuminated Kidney (Iconic Glow) Grille, BMW Adaptive LED Headlights with(BMW Selective Beam, High-beam assistant,Blue Design Element, Accent lighting with turn indicators), Sun Protection Glazing, Exterior mirrors(anti-dazzle function (driver's side) and parking function for passenger side exterior mirror), Two-part tailgate, BMW Individual roof rails High-Gloss Shadow Line
"MULTIBEAM LED(headlight LEDs to adapt to traffic situations),Aluminium-look, illuminated running boards with rubber studs,Mirror package (fold the exterior mirrors electrically,), Under body protection, 5-triple-spoke light-alloy wheels,"
Rain Sensing Wiper
Xenon Headlights
...
Trunk Light
Rear Spoiler
Antenna
...
Roof Rails
Length*Width*Height
4922*2004*1745 mm3
5209*2157*1823 mm3
Wheelbase
2975 mm
2782 mm

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3 Instrument Display
"AIRMATIC Package(Adaptive damping system,Level control,Lowering the rear,Car wash function),THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control(fine dust activated carbon filter, defrosting system and residual heat function and rear passengers can determine the temperature and air distribution), Multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather (3-spoke design with steering wheel shift paddles,silver chrome and touch control panels), Energizing Air Control(Monitoring of air quality including a two-stage filter concept), Memory Package with seat kinematics( Memory function: Memory function allows drivers and passengers individual settings, including seat adjustment options like height, cushion, and headrest alignment, 4-way lumbar support: The front seats’ backrest curve can be adjusted individually for improved comfort and ergonomics, with two air cushions integrated and a 4-way switch for height Adju
USB Charger
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
Additional Entertainment Features
464 W Harman Kardon Surround Sound system, BMW Connected Package Professional(Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant), Digital Key Plus
"Burmester surround sound system( 590 watts of system power,audio experience with Dolby Atmos,Advanced noise compensation (VNC) dynamically adapts music and sounds),Sound Personalization (option for personal profile), Wireless charging system for mobile devices at the front and rear, MBUX Entertainment (Music streaming like Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify into vehicles, providing access to internet radio stations and podcasts),MBUX Entertainment and Extended functions(Music streaming like Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify into vehicles, providing access to internet radio stations and podcasts,Natural language understanding,Learning-capable MBUX language assistant,Personal profiles(Customize your mood by saving individual theme worlds, such as DYNAMIC SELECT driving programs, radio stations, and ambient lighting.), Prediction functions(personal assistant for phone number on the multim
Smart Entry
...
Automatic Climate Control
5 Zone
Not Available
Massage Seats
...
Front
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
All
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
Full
Drive Modes
4
...
Internal Storage
No of Speakers
16
13
Rear Entertainment System
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
...
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Lumbar Support
Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
50:50 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Rear Touch Screen Size
...
7.4 inch
Air Quality Control
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
Dual Trip Meter
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
Front
Front
Active Noise Cancellation
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Adjustable Headrest
Clock
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
...
DVD Playback
...
Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
...
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
...
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
Panoramic
Panoramic
Moon Roof
...

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
4
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
3
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
...
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
10
Brake Assist (BA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Automatic Start/Stop function, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, Intelligent Light Weight Construction with 50:50 load distribution, Brake Energy Regeneration, Active Park Distance Control (PDC), Attentiveness Assistant, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Electronic Vehicle Immobiliser, Electric Parking Brake with auto hold function, ISOFIX child seat mounting, rear outward seats, Run-Flat Tyres with reinforced side walls, Three-point seat belts at all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners and belt force limiters in the front, Warning triangle with first-aid kit, Crash Sensor and Dynamic Braking Lights, Emergency Spare Wheel
"PRE-SAFE: (The PRE-SAFE system adjusts the front passenger seat position in critical driving situations, based on seat belt fastening or detection of a child seat.), Transparent bonnet(front of your vehicle when driving off-road), Sidebags in the rear (protect the chest area in the event of a side impact), Parking Package with 360-degree camera(including 360° camera, Active Parking Assistant and Parking Assistant PARKTRONIC), Driving assistance package (Active Stop-and-Go Assist,), KEYLESS-GO Comfort Package (HANDS-FREE ACCESS,Start and lock your vehicle conveniently by simply carrying your key with you, open and close the tailgate fully automatically),"
Child Safety Lock
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Both
...
Rear Wash Wiper
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3

Speed Assist System
...

Google / Alexa Connectivity
...
SOS Button
...
Live Location
...
Remote Immobiliser
...
Engine Start Alarm
...
Remote Vehicle Status Check
...
Digital Car Key
...
Hinglish Voice Commands
...
Navigation With Live Traffic
...
ECall And ICall
...
Over Speeding Alert
...
In Car Remote Control App
...
Remote Ac On Off
...
Remote Boot Open
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock
...
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
...

Is BMW X5 Better Than Mercedes-Benz GLS?

100% users have chosen BMW X5 over Mercedes-Benz GLS in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 45 users have also rated BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLS on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor X5 GLS
Mileage 5.0 5.0
Performance 5.0 5.0
Comfort 5.0 5.0
Maintenance 5.0 5.0
Safety 5.0 5.0
Features 5.0 5.0
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BMW X5 Vs Mercedes Benz GLS FAQs

Which car is best between BMW X5 vs Mercedes Benz GLS?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper BMW X5 vs Mercedes Benz GLS?
The BMW X5 is cheaper than Mercedes-Benz GLS by Rs. 29.40 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance BMW X5 vs Mercedes Benz GLS?
For the xDrive30d M Sport version, 2993 cc Diesel engine of X5 produces 281.68bhp@4000rpm of power and 650Nm@1500-2500rpm of torque. Whereas for the 450d 4matic version, 2925 cc Diesel engine of GLS produces 362.07bhp@4000rpm of power and 750Nm@1350-2800rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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