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Mercedes GLS vs Mitsubishi ASX comparison

Compare performance (404 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (92,700 £ vs 21,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLS or Mitsubishi ASX?

Mercedes GLS vs Mitsubishi ASX: Key differences

Mercedes GLS

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mitsubishi ASX

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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
  • clearly 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.

Mitsubishi ASX is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,800 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 92,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 70,900 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi ASX uses 4.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

ASX

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 substantially more power – delivering 404 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 246 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Mitsubishi ASX takes 8.9 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 505 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, Mitsubishi ASX is significantly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 2,580 kg. The difference is around 1,284 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi ASX offers clearly more boot space – 484 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 129 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLS carries clearly more – 820 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 375 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi ASX 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.

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ASX

Mitsubishi ASX

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.3 - 6 L/100km
Mercedes GLS
Mitsubishi ASX

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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Mitsubishi ASX

The Mitsubishi ASX is a compact crossover that mixes practicality with a no-nonsense personality, making it an easy choice for buyers who want sensible space without the showroom theatrics. It won't set your pulse racing, but its composed ride and user-friendly kit make it a dependable companion for daily errands and weekend escapes — reliable rather than flashy.

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Mercedes GLS
Mitsubishi ASX

Costs and Consumption

Price
92,700 - 104,600 £
Price
21,800 - 32,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
206 - 226 g/km
co2
99 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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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
1,296 - 1,493 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 484 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,797 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
397 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 404 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
190 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
247 - 297 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mitsubishi
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