Compare performance (404 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (92,700 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLS or Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 92,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,671 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer uses 2.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 5.6 L/100km.
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 offers clearly more power – delivering 404 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 208 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.7 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 390 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Mercedes GLS offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is clearly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 2,580 kg. The difference is around 1,142 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers substantially more boot space – 597 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 242 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLS carries clearly more – 820 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 318 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer 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.
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.
detailsThe Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
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Price
92,700 - 104,600 £
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Price
30,000 - 39,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
83 - 445 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
206 - 226 g/km
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co2
0 - 132 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,580 - 2,670 kg
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,765 kg
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Trunk capacity
355 L
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Trunk capacity
466 - 597 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,956 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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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
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Payload
434 - 502 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
336 - 404 HP
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 6.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
247 - 297 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Vauxhall
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