Land Rover Defender vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS
When we compare the Land Rover Defender to the Mercedes-Benz GLS, the Land Rover Defender has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Mercedes-Benz GLS has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Land Rover Defender versus the Mercedes-Benz GLS, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Land Rover Defender versus Mercedes-Benz GLS Pricing
A used 2023 Land Rover Defender ranges from $76,957 to $149,935 while a used 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS is priced between $86,782 to $198,549. For a new model, the Land Rover Defender's price is between $65,630 and $120,771, with the Mercedes-Benz GLS priced between $85,540 and $179,445.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Land Rover Defender’s base engine makes 296 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLS base engine makes 362 horsepower. The Defender is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 476 miles. The GLS is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 547 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Land Rover Defender has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLS.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$65,630 - $120,771
Used Asking Price:
$76,957 - $149,935
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$85,540 - $179,445
Used Asking Price:
$86,782 - $198,549
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.2%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.0 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
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11 out of / 29iSeeCars Rankings
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3 out of / 18Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value
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5 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 18Most Reliable Luxury Large SUVs
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10 out of / 18Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value
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15 out of / 67Ranking
17 out of / 25Most Reliable Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows
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17 out of / 25Ranking
34 out of / 67Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs
Ranking
36 out of / 67Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
110 30th Anniversary Edition, 110 75th Anniversary Edition, 110 Carpathian Edition, 110 S, 110 SE, 110 Standard, 110 V8, 110 X, 110 X-Dynamic SE, 130 First Edition, 130 S, 130 SE, 130 X, 130 X-Dynamic SE, 90 75th Anniversary Edition, 90 Carpathian Edition, 90 S, 90 SE, 90 V8, 90 X, 90 X-Dynamic SE
Trim Levels
AMG GLS 63, GLS 450, GLS 580, Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
296 hp @ 4000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
362 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 20 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
405 / 476 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 23 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
428 / 547 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59.2 inches
Cargo Space:
34 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
78.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Cargo Space:
17.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
84.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
161.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4815 lbs
Width:
82.9 inches
Height:
77.4 inches
Length:
197.6 inches
Wheelbase:
118.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5467 lbs
Width:
84.9 inches
Height:
71.8 inches
Length:
205 inches
Wheelbase:
123.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
255/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
275/50R20
