Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes-Benz GLS

Mercedes-Benz GLS Price starts at Rs. 1.32 Crore which is Rs. 35.07 Lakh costlier than base model of Defender priced at Rs. 97.00 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Defender (Diesel Model) is 14.01 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Mercedes-Benz GLS (Diesel Model) is 12 kmpl. In technical specifications, Defender (Top Model) is powered by 2997 cc engine , while Mercedes-Benz GLS (Top Model) is powered by 2925 cc engine.

Defender vs GLS

Key Highlights Defender 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA Edition OneGLS 450d 4matic
Engine Type Twin Turbo mild-hybrid V8 ...
Max Power 626bhp 362.07bhp@4000rpm

Defender vs GLS Key Highlights

Basic Info Land Rover Defender 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA Edition OneMercedes-Benz GLS 450d 4maticLand Rover Range Rover 3.0 I Diesel LWB HSE
Rating
52 reviews
15 reviews
43 reviews
Brand Name Land Rover Mercedes-Benz Land Rover
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.60 Crore Check On Road Price Rs. 1.34 Crore Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Crore Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 4367 cc 2925 cc 2997 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 626bhp 362.07bhp@4000rpm 346bhp@4000rpm
No Of Cylinders 8 6 6
Transmission Automatic Automatic Automatic
Gearbox ... 9-Speed TRONIC AT ...
Drive Type AWD AWD AWD
Colors
Land Rover Defender Colors
Mercedes Benz GLS Colors
Land Rover Range Rover Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) ... ... 13.16 Kmpl
Tyre Size 255/60 R20 ... 285/45 R22
Boot Space ... ... 1050 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 5,03,731 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 2,59,990 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 4,46,858 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 10.33 Lakh Defender Insurance Rs. 5.48 Lakh GLS Insurance Rs. 9.20 Lakh Range Rover Insurance
Brochure
Download Brochure
Download Brochure
Download Brochure

Engine Type
Twin Turbo mild-hybrid V8
...
D350 Ingenium Twin-turbocharged I6 MHEV
Engine Displacement
4367 cc
2925 cc
2997 cc
Max Power
626bhp
362.07bhp@4000rpm
346bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque
750Nm@6000rpm
750Nm@1350-2800rpm
700Nm@1500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
8
6
6
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
...
9-Speed TRONIC AT
...
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
AWD
AWD
AWD
Paddle Shift
...
Kerb Weight
2603 Kg
...
...
Turbo Charger
Twin
Twin
Mild Hybrid
...
...

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Diesel
0-100 kmph
4 Sec
6.1 Sec
6.3 Sec
Fuel Capacity
90 Liters
...
90 Liters
Top Speed
240 Km/h
...
234 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
...
...
13.16 Kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
...
12 kmpl
...

Suspension Front
...
3
3
Suspension Rear
...
4
Brakes Front
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
6.42 m
...
5.77 m
Tyre Size
255/60 R20
...
285/45 R22
Tyre Type
...
Tubeless,Radial
...

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
...
Ventilated Seats
Additional Interior Features
...
"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
...
Digital Cluster
...
...
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
...
...
Seating Capacity
5
7
5
Doors
5
5
5
Boot Space
...
...
1050 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
...
"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
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
...
...
Length*Width*Height
5018*2105*1967 mm3
5209*2157*1823 mm3
5252*2209*1870 mm3
Wheelbase
3022 mm
2782 mm
3197 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
228 mm
...
219 mm

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
...
Addtional Comfort Features
...
"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 & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Available
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
...
Luggage Hook and Net
...
...
Battery Saver
...
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
...
Additional Entertainment Features
...
"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
...
Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
Not Available
3 Zone
Massage Seats
...
Front
...
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
Front
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
All
All
Autonomous Parking
...
Full
...
Internal Storage
...
...
No of Speakers
...
13
...
Rear Entertainment System
...
...
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and 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
40:20:40 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
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
Front
Front
Front
Active Noise Cancellation
...
...
Adjustable Headrest
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
...
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Cigarette Lighter
...
...
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
Panoramic
Panoramic
Panoramic

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
4
4
4
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
3
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
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
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
10
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
...
"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
Rear Wash Wiper
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3
3

Automatic Emergency Braking
...
...
Forward Collision Warning
...
...
Lane Departure Warning
...
...
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
...
...
Adaptive High Beam Assist
...
...
Speed Assist System
...
...
Adaptive Cruise Control
...
...

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
...
...
Google / Alexa Connectivity
...
SOS Button
RSA
...
Smartwatch App
...
...
Live Location
Remote Immobiliser
...
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
...
...
Engine Start Alarm
...
...
Remote Vehicle Status Check
Digital Car Key
...
...
Inbuilt Assistant
...
...
Hinglish Voice Commands
...
...
Navigation With Live Traffic
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
...
...
Live Weather
...
ECall And ICall
...
Save Route Place
...
...
Over Speeding Alert
Tow Away Alert
...
...
Valet Mode
...
...
In Car Remote Control App
...
...
Remote Ac On Off
Remote Boot Open
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
...
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Defender
  • It's bigger, better and easier to live with
  • Up to date tech
  • Comfier, upmarket interiors
Defender
  • Not as cushy a ride as it's other stablemates
  • Might take the self satisfaction out of off-roading for the hard-core enthusiast

Is Land Rover Defender Better Than Mercedes-Benz GLS?

57% users have chosen Land Rover Defender over Mercedes-Benz GLS in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 111 users have also rated Land Rover Defender and Mercedes-Benz GLS on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
Mercedes-Benz GLS has out rated Land Rover Defender on all the rating factors.
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 GLS Defender
Mileage 4.3 5.0
Performance 4.7 5.0
Comfort 4.8 5.0
Maintenance 4.1 5.0
Safety 4.8 5.0
Features 4.7 5.0
Image
Do you own a Car or Bike?
  • Interact with community
  • Become a Top Contributor
Add Car Add Bike

Videos of Land Rover Defender, Mercedes Benz GLS and Land Rover Range Rover

Review and Win Banner

Latest News on Land Rover Defender, Mercedes Benz GLS and Land Rover Range Rover

Defender Vs GLS Vs Land Rover Range Rover FAQs

Which car is best between Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes Benz GLS?
Mercedes-Benz GLS has out rated Defender on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes Benz GLS?
The Mercedes-Benz GLS is cheaper than Defender by Rs. 1.26 Crore.
Which car offers better performance Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes Benz GLS?
For the 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA Edition One version, 4367 cc Petrol engine of Defender produces 626bhp of power and 750Nm@6000rpm 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 the Defender has better performance.

Images of Defender and Mercedes-Benz GLS

Which one do you like more?
GLS
GLS
Defender
Defender
  1. Home ›
  2. New Cars ›
  3. Compare Cars ›
  4. Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes-Benz GLS
×