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Mercedes GLS vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (404 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (92,700 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLS or Suzuki Vitara?

Mercedes GLS vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

Mercedes GLS

  • considerably more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (10 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably lighter
  • very slightly 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.

Suzuki Vitara is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 92,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 69,091 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Vitara uses 5.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

Vitara

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLS offers considerably more power – delivering 404 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 220 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 307 Nm. That’s about 443 Nm more.

GLS

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes GLS offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Vitara is considerably lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 2,580 kg. The difference is around 1,325 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Suzuki Vitara offers very slightly more boot space – 375 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

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

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Vitara 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.

from £23,600
Vitara

Suzuki Vitara

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 344 - 426 km
Mercedes GLS
Suzuki Vitara

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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Suzuki Vitara

The Suzuki Vitara is a practical compact SUV that balances a comfortable, composed ride with easy-to-live-with interior space, making it well suited for daily driving and weekend getaways. It's widely praised for reliable engineering and sensible running costs, offering straightforward value to buyers who want a no-nonsense, economical crossover.

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Mercedes GLS
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

Price
92,700 - 104,600 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
206 - 226 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
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
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 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
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 404 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
247 - 297 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General

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