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Mercedes GLS vs Toyota Land Cruiser - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (634 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (96100 £ vs 70700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLS or Toyota Land Cruiser?

Mercedes GLS

Toyota Land Cruiser

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.

Toyota Land Cruiser has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 70700 £, while the Mercedes GLS costs 96100 £. That’s a price difference of around 25415 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLS manages with 7.80 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Toyota Land Cruiser with 10.60 L. The difference is about 2.80 L per 100 km.

Land Cruiser

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 decisively edge – offering 634 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 429 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Toyota Land Cruiser takes 12.30 s. That’s about 8.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLS performs noticeable better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Toyota Land Cruiser tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 110 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLS pulls decisively stronger with 850 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm difference.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLS is barely noticeable lighter – 2550 kg compared to 2610 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Land Cruiser offers significantly more room – 742 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 387 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLS performs evident better – up to 2400 L, which is about 505 L more than the Toyota Land Cruiser.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLS noticeable takes the win – 695 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £96,100
GLS

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
Mercedes GLS
Toyota Land Cruiser

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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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Toyota Land Cruiser

The Toyota Land Cruiser is the kind of SUV that makes you feel ready to abandon the map and take the long way home, with legendary go-anywhere capability wrapped in reassuringly solid build quality. Inside it's surprisingly comfortable and grown-up — a practical luxury for buyers who want reliability and presence rather than fleeting flash.

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Mercedes GLS
Toyota Land Cruiser

Costs and Consumption

Price
96100 - 208500 £
Price
70700 - 79300 £
Consumption L/100km
7.8 - 13.7 L
Consumption L/100km
10.6 - 10.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
204 - 310 g/km
co2
278 - 284 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
90 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2550 - 2825 kg
Curb weight
2610 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
143 - 742 L
Length
5208 - 5233 mm
Length
4925 mm
Width
1956 mm
Width
1980 mm
Height
1782 - 1838 mm
Height
1935 mm
Max trunk capacity
2400 L
Max trunk capacity
1829 - 1895 L
Payload
445 - 695 kg
Payload
540 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 634 HP
Power HP
205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.30 s
Max Speed
238 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 466 kW
Power kW
151 kW
Engine capacity
2989 - 3982 cm3
Engine capacity
2755 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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.