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Mercedes GLS vs Mitsubishi Grandis - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (634 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (96100 £ vs 24800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLS or Mitsubishi Grandis?

Mercedes GLS

Mitsubishi Grandis

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mitsubishi Grandis has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24800 £, while the Mercedes GLS costs 96100 £. That’s a price difference of around 71272 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mitsubishi Grandis manages with 4.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.80 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLS has a significantly edge – offering 634 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 476 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Mitsubishi Grandis takes 9.10 s. That’s about 4.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLS performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Grandis tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLS pulls decisively stronger with 850 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 585 Nm difference.

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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, Mitsubishi Grandis is clearly lighter – 1359 kg compared to 2550 kg. The difference is around 1191 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mitsubishi Grandis offers distinct more room – 576 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 221 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLS performs clearly perceptible better – up to 2400 L, which is about 718 L more than the Mitsubishi Grandis.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLS evident takes the win – 695 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 236 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLS proves to be won narrowly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLS is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £96,100
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Mercedes GLS

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 333 - 634 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.8 - 13.7 L
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Mitsubishi Grandis

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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 Grandis

The Mitsubishi Grandis is a no-nonsense MPV that hides a surprisingly sleek profile, making family duty look almost stylish. It’s spacious, easy to drive, and built to shrug off daily chaos, though the cabin feels dated and it prefers a relaxed cruise to any hot-hatch antics.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
96100 - 208500 £
Price
24800 - 35000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.8 - 13.7 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
204 - 310 g/km
co2
98 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
90 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2550 - 2825 kg
Curb weight
1359 - 1465 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
5208 - 5233 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1956 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1782 - 1838 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
2400 L
Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
Payload
445 - 695 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
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
333 - 634 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
238 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
245 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 466 kW
Power kW
104 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
2989 - 3982 cm3
Engine capacity
1333 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mitsubishi
Is the Mercedes GLS offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.