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Jaguar I-Pace vs Mercedes GLS comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 404 HP), boot space and price (79,200 £ vs 92,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jaguar I-Pace or Mercedes GLS?

Jaguar I-Pace vs Mercedes GLS: Key differences

Jaguar I-Pace

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  • somewhat cheaper
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Mercedes GLS

  • barely more power
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

I-Pace

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Jaguar I-Pace is somewhat cheaper – starting at 79,200 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 92,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,462 £.

GLS

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLS offers barely more power – delivering 404 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jaguar I-Pace is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Mercedes GLS takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers marginally more torque with 750 Nm compared to 696 Nm. That’s about 54 Nm more.

I-Pace

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mercedes GLS offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Jaguar I-Pace is moderately lighter – 2,226 kg compared to 2,580 kg. The difference is around 354 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jaguar I-Pace offers significantly more boot space – 638 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 283 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLS carries substantially more – 820 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 376 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jaguar I-Pace is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £79,200
I-Pace

Jaguar I-Pace

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 400 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 25.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 469 km
Jaguar I-Pace
Mercedes GLS

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Jaguar I-Pace

The Jaguar I-Pace pairs instantaneous electric shove with graceful, feline looks, so it never feels like you're piloting a refrigerator with style. Inside it serves proper Jaguar luxury and clever packaging, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want EV convenience without losing personality.

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Mercedes GLS

The GLS — usually just called the GLS — is Mercedes' flagship SUV, wrapping limousine-like comfort and commanding road presence into a smart, family-ready package. It pampers occupants with a hushed cabin, premium materials and intuitive tech, while still managing to feel confident and a little indulgent on the daily commute.

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Jaguar I-Pace
Mercedes GLS

Costs and Consumption

Price
79,200 - 85,500 £
Price
92,700 - 104,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
25.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
469 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
84.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
206 - 226 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,226 kg
Curb weight
2,580 - 2,670 kg
Trunk capacity
638 L
Trunk capacity
355 L
Length
4,682 mm
Length
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Width
2,011 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
1,566 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,453 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
444 kg
Payload
810 - 820 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
400 HP
Power HP
336 - 404 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
696 Nm
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
294 kW
Power kW
247 - 297 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Jaguar
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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