Chevrolet vs. Mercedes-Benz
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Chevrolet and Mercedes-Benz contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Chevrolet and Mercedes-Benz cars.
When comparing the Chevrolet brand to the Mercedes-Benz brand, Chevrolet has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, used car pricing, towing capacity, overall quality, reliability and vehicle rankings. Mercedes-Benz has the advantage in the areas of horsepower, retained value and variety of models offered.
Chevrolet versus Mercedes-Benz: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Chevrolet versus Mercedes-Benz pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Chevrolet in 2 out of 2 vehicle comparisons. Chevrolet also has a lower used vehicle starting price in 2 out of 2 comparisons. And with regards to depreciation, both Chevrolet and Mercedes-Benz models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 1 out of 2 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Chevrolet, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Chevrolet the overall advantage over Mercedes-Benz.
Chevrolet versus Mercedes-Benz: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Mercedes-Benz vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 2 out of 2 model comparisons. Chevrolet offers a greater towing capacity in 2 out of 2 comparisons.
Chevrolet versus Mercedes-Benz: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: A comparison of Chevrolet versus Mercedes-Benz overall quality ratings shows Chevrolet with higher quality ratings in 2 out of 2 model comparisons. In terms of reliability ratings, Chevrolet has the advantage in 2 out of 2 comparisons. Mercedes-Benz shows higher ratings for retained value in 1 out of 2 comparisons.
Best Car Rankings: Chevrolet has better car rankings in 3 categories: Chevrolet Corvette (convertible) in Best Luxury Convertibles, Chevrolet Corvette (coupe) in Best Luxury Coupes, and Chevrolet Corvette (coupe) in Best Luxury Sports Cars.
Most Reliable Car Rankings: Mercedes-Benz has better car rankings in 2 categories: Mercedes-Benz E-Class (convertible) in Most Reliable Luxury Convertibles and Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (convertible) in Most Reliable Luxury Sports Cars.
Best Cars for the Money Rankings:
Available Body Styles: Chevrolet offers 11 SUVs, 1 sedan, 3 coupes, 3 convertibles, and 1 hatchback. In comparison, Mercedes-Benz offers 10 SUVs, 1 wagon, 11 sedans, 4 coupes, 4 convertibles, and 1 minivan.
Drivetrain Options: Chevrolet offers 15 gasoline vehicles, 3 diesels, 1 hybrid, and 5 electric vehicles. Mercedes-Benz offers 15 gasoline vehicles, 4 plug-in hybrids, and 3 electric vehicles.
Chevrolet offers 6 all-wheel-drive models, 10 front-wheel-drive models, and 2 rear-wheel-drive models. Mercedes-Benz offers 17 all-wheel-drive models, 3 front-wheel-drive models, and 9 rear-wheel-drive models.
New Car Pricing
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
$57,016 - $87,156
Chevrolet Tahoe
$57,016 - $87,156
New Car Pricing
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
$157,463 - $229,843
Mercedes-Benz GLS
$89,741 - $187,332
Used Car Pricing
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
$63,225 - $86,257
Chevrolet Tahoe
$63,225 - $86,257
Used Car Pricing
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
$194,622 - $259,953
Mercedes-Benz GLS
$83,588 - $179,881
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
48.1%
Chevrolet Tahoe
48.1%
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
45.3%
Mercedes-Benz GLS
55.8%
Horsepower / Torque
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
355 hp / 383 foot-lbs
Chevrolet Tahoe
355 hp / 383 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
416 hp / 450 foot-lbs
Mercedes-Benz GLS
375 hp / 369 foot-lbs
MPG (city/highway/combined)
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
15 / 20 / 17
Chevrolet Tahoe
15 / 20 / 17
MPG (city/highway/combined)
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Not Yet Available
Mercedes-Benz GLS
Not Yet Available
Max Towing Capacity
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
8400 lbs
Chevrolet Tahoe
8400 lbs
Max Towing Capacity
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
7000 lbs
Mercedes-Benz GLS
7700 lbs
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
8.2 / 10
Chevrolet Tahoe
8.2 / 10
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
8.1 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLS
6.3 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
9.1 / 10
Chevrolet Tahoe
9.1 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
8.6 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLS
5.6 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
8.0 / 10
Chevrolet Tahoe
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Not available
Mercedes-Benz GLS
Not available
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
7.5 / 10
Chevrolet Tahoe
7.5 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
7.7 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLS
7.0 / 10
iSeeCars Best Car Rankings
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
#4 of 7 in
Best 6-seater SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
#4 of 7 in
Best 6-seater SUVs
iSeeCars Best Car Rankings
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
#8 of 61 in
Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs
Mercedes-Benz GLS
#14 of 22 in
Best Luxury Large SUVs
iSeeCars Most Reliable Car Rankings
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
#5 of 13 in
Most Reliable Large SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
#5 of 13 in
Most Reliable Large SUVs
iSeeCars Most Reliable Car Rankings
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
#11 of 22 in
Most Reliable Luxury Large SUVs
Mercedes-Benz GLS
#14 of 22 in
Most Reliable Luxury Large SUVs
iSeeCars Best Cars for the Money Rankings
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
#3 of 6 in
Best Large SUVs for the Money
iSeeCars Best Cars for the Money Rankings
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
#10 of 11 in
Best Luxury Large SUVs for the Money