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Mercedes GLS vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (404 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (92,700 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLS or VW Tiguan?

Mercedes GLS vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Mercedes GLS

  • clearly more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Tiguan

4.2 (11 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably lighter
  • considerably 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

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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.

VW Tiguan is significantly cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 92,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 59,084 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 6.5 L/100km.

Tiguan

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 clearly more power – delivering 404 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 132 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 350 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, VW Tiguan is considerably lighter – 1,599 kg compared to 2,580 kg. The difference is around 981 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers considerably more boot space – 652 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 297 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLS carries clearly more – 820 kg compared to 556 kg. That’s a difference of about 264 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is clearly superior 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.

from £33,600
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range 118 - 126 km
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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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VW Tiguan

The VW Tiguan is a well-rounded compact SUV that delivers a comfortable cabin, composed ride and practical space suited to everyday family life. Its straightforward tech and clever storage make it easy to live with, leaning toward sensible refinement rather than flash.

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Jerzy
7 Jun 2026, 15:17:21

It competes on price and cheaper servicing, but well‑equipped examples also offer plenty of comfort.

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Peter
21 Feb 2026, 14:53:54

My Tiguan 2.0 TSI is flawless after eight years and still looks great. I really can't complain.

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Thomas
21 Nov 2025, 21:33:38

What counts is longevity... and on that front VW doesn't convince.

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Mercedes GLS
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption
Price
92,700 - 104,600 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
206 - 226 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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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
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
810 - 820 kg
Payload
499 - 556 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 404 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
247 - 297 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
Is the Mercedes GLS offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes GLS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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