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Mercedes GLS vs Suzuki Ignis comparison

Compare performance (404 HP vs 83 HP), boot space and price (92,700 £ vs 15,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLS or Suzuki Ignis?

Mercedes GLS vs Suzuki Ignis: Key differences

Mercedes GLS

  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Suzuki Ignis

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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

Suzuki Ignis is substantially cheaper – starting at 15,600 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 92,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 77,054 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Ignis uses 4.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 404 HP compared to 83 HP. That’s roughly 321 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 Suzuki Ignis takes 12.7 s. That’s about 7.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 107 Nm. That’s about 643 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, Suzuki Ignis is significantly lighter – 935 kg compared to 2,580 kg. The difference is around 1,645 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLS offers noticeably more boot space – 355 L compared to 267 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLS carries clearly more – 820 kg compared to 395 kg. That’s a difference of about 425 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Ignis holds a decisive overall lead 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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Ignis

Suzuki Ignis

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 83 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.4 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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Suzuki Ignis

The Suzuki Ignis is a cheeky compact crossover that turns city chores into cheerful adventures, with chunky styling and a surprisingly practical cabin. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its nimble manners, low running costs and ample personality make it an ideal pick for urban buyers who want fun without pretension.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
92,700 - 104,600 £
Price
15,600 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.4 L/100km
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
206 - 226 g/km
co2
110 - 122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
30 - 32 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,580 - 2,670 kg
Curb weight
935 - 995 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
204 - 267 L
Length
-
Length
3,700 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,690 mm
Height
-
Height
1,605 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,086 - 1,100 L
Payload
810 - 820 kg
Payload
335 - 395 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 404 HP
Power HP
83 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 - 12.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
155 - 165 km/h
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
107 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
247 - 297 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Suzuki
Is the Mercedes GLS offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes GLS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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