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Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Rolls-Royce Cullinan

When we compare the Mercedes-Benz GLS to the Rolls-Royce Cullinan, the Mercedes-Benz GLS has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Rolls-Royce Cullinan has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz GLS versus the Rolls-Royce Cullinan, the Mercedes-Benz GLS is a better car than the Rolls-Royce Cullinan.

Mercedes-Benz GLS versus Rolls-Royce Cullinan Pricing

For a new model, the Mercedes-Benz GLS's price is between $85,540 and $179,445, with the Rolls-Royce Cullinan priced between $398,599 and $507,094.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz GLS’s base engine makes 362 horsepower, and the Rolls-Royce Cullinan base engine makes 563 horsepower. The GLS is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 547 miles. The Cullinan is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Mercedes-Benz GLS, a crossover/fullsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more and front leg room. The Rolls-Royce Cullinan, a fullsize SUV, has the advantage in the areas of rear head room, rear leg room and trunk space.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Mercedes-Benz GLS has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Rolls-Royce Cullinan.

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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS

2023 Rolls-Royce Cullinan

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$85,540 - $179,445

Used Asking Price:

$86,782 - $198,549

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

44.2%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$398,599 - $507,094

Used Asking Price:

-

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

41.6%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.0 / 10

Reliability:

5.6 / 10

Retained Value:

8.4 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Large SUVs with Best Resale Value

3 / 18

Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

5 / 25
10 / 18

Most Reliable Luxury Large SUVs

10 / 18

Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

15 / 67
17 / 25

Most Reliable Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows

17 / 25
34 / 67

Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs

36 / 67

iSeeCars Rankings

Summary Review

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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 GLS 63, GLS 450, GLS 580, Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC

Trim Levels

Base

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

Warranty, Powertrain

4 years

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

4 years

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:

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

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

563 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque:

627 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.093 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

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

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

6.8 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

12

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

12 / 19 / 14

Range (city/hwy):

286 / 452 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:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

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

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:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

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

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

Not yet available

Front Leg Room:

39.6 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

Not yet available

Rear Head Room:

41.9 inches

Rear Leg Room:

42.9 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

Not yet available

Cargo Space:

19.8 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

68.2 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

131.8 cubic feet

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

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

6069 lbs

Width:

85 inches

Height:

72.3 inches

Length:

210 inches

Wheelbase:

130 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

20.0 x 8.5 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

275/50R20

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

22.0 x 8.5 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

P255/45R22