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Jeep Gladiator vs Mercedes GLS comparison

Compare performance (264 HP vs 404 HP), boot space and price (66,400 £ vs 92,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Gladiator or Mercedes GLS?

Jeep Gladiator vs Mercedes GLS: Key differences

Jeep Gladiator

  • noticeably cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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Mercedes GLS

  • visibly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Gladiator

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Jeep Gladiator is noticeably cheaper – starting at 66,400 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 92,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,234 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLS uses 7.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Jeep Gladiator with 9.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

GLS

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLS offers visibly more power – delivering 404 HP compared to 264 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Jeep Gladiator takes 8.6 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers a bit more torque with 750 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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

In terms of curb weight, Jeep Gladiator is marginally lighter – 2,360 kg compared to 2,580 kg. The difference is around 220 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLS carries noticeably more – 820 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 255 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLS is far ahead 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 £92,700
GLS

Mercedes GLS

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 336 - 404 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
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Jeep Gladiator

The Jeep Gladiator grafts the Wrangler's go-anywhere attitude onto a proper pickup bed, giving weekend adventurers the ability to haul gear, pop the top, and head off-road with confidence. It won't pretend to be a luxury cruiser, but its honest, rugged charm and practical versatility make it a great pick for buyers who value character and capability over showroom polish.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
66,400 £
Price
92,700 - 104,600 £
Consumption L/100km
9.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
257 g/km
co2
206 - 226 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Curb weight
2,580 - 2,670 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
355 L
Length
5,591 mm
Length
-
Width
1,894 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
1,905 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
565 kg
Payload
810 - 820 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
264 HP
Power HP
336 - 404 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
600 Nm
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
194 kW
Power kW
247 - 297 kW
Engine capacity
2,987 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Jeep Gladiator offered with different drivetrains?

The Jeep Gladiator is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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