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Jeep Compass vs Mercedes GLS comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 404 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 92,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or Mercedes GLS?

Jeep Compass vs Mercedes GLS: Key differences

Jeep Compass

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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Mercedes GLS

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Compass

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Jeep Compass is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 92,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 58,462 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jeep Compass uses 3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.9 L/100km.

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 significantly more power – delivering 404 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 179 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Jeep Compass takes 8 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 405 Nm more.

Compass

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, Jeep Compass is considerably lighter – 1,667 kg compared to 2,580 kg. The difference is around 913 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jeep Compass offers visibly more boot space – 550 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 195 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLS carries significantly more – 820 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 347 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Compass stands well ahead of its rival 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 £34,200
Compass

Jeep Compass

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 95 - 500 km
Jeep Compass
Mercedes GLS

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Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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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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Jeep Compass
Mercedes GLS

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Price
92,700 - 104,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 127 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
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Curb weight
2,580 - 2,670 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
355 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
472 - 473 kg
Payload
810 - 820 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
336 - 404 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
247 - 297 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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