Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS
In comparing the Mercedes-Benz G-Class to the Mercedes-Benz GLS, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz GLS has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class versus the Mercedes-Benz GLS, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Mercedes-Benz G-Class versus Mercedes-Benz GLS Pricing
For a new model, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class's price is between $152,922 and $198,415, with the Mercedes-Benz GLS priced between $85,540 and $179,445.
Mercedes-Benz G-Class versus Mercedes-Benz GLS Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class is 8.4 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLS's quality rating is 7.0 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz G-Class being ranked 5 out of 18 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLS being ranked 10 out of 18.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class’s base engine makes 416 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLS base engine makes 362 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mercedes-Benz GLS, a crossover/fullsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class, a fullsize SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and trunk space.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$152,922 - $198,415
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
39.1%
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:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 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
Luxury Large SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
2 out of / 18Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
5 out of / 8Most Reliable Luxury Large SUVs
Ranking
8 out of / 18iSeeCars Rankings
Luxury Large SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
3 out of / 18Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value
Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 18Most Reliable Luxury Large SUVs
Ranking
10 out of / 18Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
15 out of / 67Ranking
17 out of / 25Most Reliable Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows
Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
34 out of / 67Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs
Ranking
36 out of / 67Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
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
AMG G 63, AMG G 63 4x4 Squared, G 550
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:
416 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
450 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 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:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
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:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
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:
Available
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:
41.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Cargo Space:
38.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
143.4 cubic feet
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:
5589 lbs
Width:
86.1 inches
Height:
77.5 inches
Length:
189.7 inches
Wheelbase:
113.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.5 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:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
275/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
275/50R20
