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Mercedes GLS vs VinFast VF 6 comparison

Compare performance (404 HP vs 204 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 VinFast VF 6?

Mercedes GLS vs VinFast VF 6: Key differences

Mercedes GLS

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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VinFast VF 6

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

GLS

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VinFast VF 6 is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 92,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,671 £.

VF 6

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 significantly more power – delivering 404 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 200 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the VinFast VF 6 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 440 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, VinFast VF 6 is clearly lighter – 1,970 kg compared to 2,580 kg. The difference is around 610 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLS offers marginally more boot space – 355 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLS carries considerably more – 820 kg compared to 438 kg. That’s a difference of about 382 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 6 is clearly ahead overall 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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VF 6

VinFast VF 6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 177 - 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.5 - 20.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 379 - 410 km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
92,700 - 104,600 £
Price
30,000 - 33,400 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
379 - 410 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
206 - 226 g/km
co2
0 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
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,580 - 2,670 kg
Curb weight
1,970 - 2,035 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,820 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
810 - 820 kg
Payload
432 - 438 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 404 HP
Power HP
177 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
250 - 310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
247 - 297 kW
Power kW
130 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VinFast
Is the Mercedes GLS offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes GLS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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