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Mercedes GLS vs SsangYong Tivoli comparison

Compare performance (634 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (191,300 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLS or SsangYong Tivoli?

Mercedes GLS vs SsangYong Tivoli: Key differences

Mercedes GLS

  • considerably more power
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SsangYong Tivoli

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

GLS

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

SsangYong Tivoli is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 191,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 169,840 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SsangYong Tivoli uses 7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 13.3 L/100km. The difference is about 6.3 L/100km.

Tivoli

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 considerably more power – delivering 634 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 471 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers considerably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 570 Nm more.

GLS

Space and Everyday Use:

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, SsangYong Tivoli is significantly lighter – 1,375 kg compared to 2,700 kg. The difference is around 1,325 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Tivoli offers substantially more boot space – 720 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 365 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLS carries markedly more – 695 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 240 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Tivoli 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 £21,400
Tivoli

SsangYong Tivoli

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7 - 8.3 L/100km
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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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SsangYong Tivoli

The SsangYong Tivoli is an unpretentious small crossover that surprises with a roomy, well-finished cabin and an agreeable ride that suits everyday life. It won't win any beauty contests, but it's a smart, economical choice for buyers who value practicality, comfort and a bit of cheeky character.

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SsangYong Tivoli

Costs and Consumption
Price
191,300 £
Price
21,400 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
13.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
302 g/km
co2
161 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,700 kg
Curb weight
1,375 - 1,492 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
395 - 720 L
Length
-
Length
4,225 - 4,480 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
-
Height
1,613 - 1,646 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,115 - 1,440 L
Payload
695 kg
Payload
425 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
634 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
175 - 181 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
466 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
Is the Mercedes GLS offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes GLS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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