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Mercedes GLS vs Ford Puma comparison

Compare performance (404 HP vs 168 HP), boot space and price (92,700 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLS or Ford Puma?

Mercedes GLS vs Ford Puma: Key differences

Mercedes GLS

  • considerably more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Ford Puma

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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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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

GLS

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Puma is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 92,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 68,748 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Puma uses 5.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

Puma

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 considerably more power – delivering 404 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 236 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Ford Puma takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 460 Nm more.

GLS

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 more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Puma is significantly lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 2,580 kg. The difference is around 1,264 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Puma offers visibly more boot space – 523 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 168 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLS carries considerably more – 820 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 351 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Puma is decisively ahead 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 £23,900
Puma

Ford Puma

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 125 - 168 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 404 - 417 km
Mercedes GLS
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Ford Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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Mercedes GLS
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

Price
92,700 - 104,600 £
Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
206 - 226 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,580 - 2,670 kg
Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,805 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
810 - 820 kg
Payload
367 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 404 HP
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
247 - 297 kW
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

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