Mercedes E Class vs Mercedes GLS - Differences and prices compared

Q: How powerful is the Mercedes E Class's engine?

The Mercedes E Class reaches a peak output of 585 HP, depending on the model.

Q: How much fuel does the Mercedes E Class use?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 1.50 L.

Q: What is the Mercedes E Class’s maximum WLTP range?

The WLTP range is up to 116 km.

Q: How large is the Mercedes E Class’s battery?

The Mercedes E Class comes with a 21.20 kWh battery.

Q: How fast can the Mercedes E Class go?

The Mercedes E Class reaches up to 250 km/h.

Q: What are the Mercedes E Class’s length, width and height?

The Mercedes E Class measures 4949 mm long, 1880 mm wide and 1468 mm high.

Q: Is the Mercedes GLS offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

Q: How much power does the Mercedes GLS deliver on the road?

The Mercedes GLS reaches a peak output of 634 HP, depending on the model.

Q: What is the fuel consumption of the Mercedes GLS according to the manufacturer?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 7.80 L.

Compare performance (585 HP vs 634 HP), boot space and price (50500 £ vs 96100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class or Mercedes GLS?

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Mercedes E Class

Mercedes GLS

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

E Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes E Class has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50500 £, while the Mercedes GLS costs 96100 £. That’s a price difference of around 45630 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.80 L. The difference is about 6.30 L per 100 km.

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 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 634 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mercedes GLS takes 4.20 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLS performs a bit better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Mercedes E Class tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLS pulls a bit stronger with 850 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

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E Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes GLS offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mercedes E Class is clearly lighter – 1810 kg compared to 2550 kg. The difference is around 740 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers distinct more room – 540 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 185 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLS minimal takes the win – 695 kg compared to 640 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes E Class proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes E Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Mercedes E Class

Price : 50500 - 119700 £
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L
Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity : 21.20 kWh
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 4 - 8.5 s
Model Year : 2024 - 2025
Max Speed : 222 - 250 km/h
Torque : 320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4 - 6
Doors : 4
Model : E-Klasse
Modell : E 200, E 450, E 53 Hybrid AMG, E 300 e, E 400 e, E 300 de, E 200 d, E 220 d, E 450 d
CO2 Efficiency Class : E, F, B, D
Trim Level : Avantgarde Advanced 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Advanced 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Advanced Plus 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Advanced Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Exclusive Premium 9G-TRONIC, Exclusive Premium 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Exclusive Premium Plus 9G-TRONIC, Exclusive Premium Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced Plus 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium Plus 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Advanced Plus 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G, Premium 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G, Premium Plus 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G, Edition 1 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G
Power kW : 137 - 430 kW
co2 : 39 - 172 g/km
Engine capacity : 1993 - 2999 cm3
Curb weight : 1810 - 2390 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 50 - 66 L
Trunk capacity : 370 - 540 L
Length : 4949 - 4959 mm
Width : 1880 mm
Height : 1468 - 1480 mm
Brand : Mercedes-Benz
Payload : 530 - 640 kg

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Mercedes E Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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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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Mercedes E Class

Mercedes GLS

Costs and Consumption
Price 50500 - 119700 £	Price 96100 - 208500 £
Consumption L/100km 1.5 - 7.5 L	Consumption L/100km 7.8 - 13.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 101 - 116 km	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity 21.20 kWh	Battery Capacity -
co2 39 - 172 g/km	co2 204 - 310 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 50 - 66 L	Fuel tank capacity 90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Sedan	Body Type SUV
Seats 5	Seats 7
Doors 4	Doors 5
Curb weight 1810 - 2390 kg	Curb weight 2550 - 2825 kg
Trunk capacity 370 - 540 L	Trunk capacity 355 L
Length 4949 - 4959 mm	Length 5208 - 5233 mm
Width 1880 mm	Width 1956 mm
Height 1468 - 1480 mm	Height 1782 - 1838 mm
Max trunk capacity -	Max trunk capacity 2400 L
Payload 530 - 640 kg	Payload 445 - 695 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV	Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox	Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive	Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 186 - 585 HP	Power HP 333 - 634 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4 - 8.5 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.2 - 6.7 s
Max Speed 222 - 250 km/h	Max Speed 238 - 280 km/h
Torque 320 - 750 Nm	Torque 500 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6	Number of Cylinders 6 - 8
Power kW 137 - 430 kW	Power kW 245 - 466 kW
Engine capacity 1993 - 2999 cm3	Engine capacity 2989 - 3982 cm3