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Mercedes GLS vs VW Touareg - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (634 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (96100 £ vs 64300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLS or VW Touareg?
GLS
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW Touareg has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 64300 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 96100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31813 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Touareg manages with 5.20 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.80 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.
Touareg
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 clearly perceptible edge – offering 634 HP compared to 462 HP. That’s roughly 172 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the VW Touareg takes 5.10 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLS performs to a small extent better – reaching 280 km/h, while the VW Touareg tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLS pulls slightly stronger with 850 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.
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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 noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, VW Touareg is clearly perceptible lighter – 2059 kg compared to 2550 kg. The difference is around 491 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Touareg offers decisively more room – 810 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 455 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLS performs evident better – up to 2400 L, which is about 600 L more than the VW Touareg.
When it comes to payload, VW Touareg hardly perceptible takes the win – 751 kg compared to 695 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Touareg is slightly ahead 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.
Mercedes GLS
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VW Touareg
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 Touareg
5 (2 Reviews)
Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.
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Mercedes GLS
VW Touareg
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
96100 - 208500 £
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Price
64300 - 88300 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.8 - 13.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
47 - 49 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.30 kWh
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co2
204 - 310 g/km
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co2
119 - 239 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
90 L
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Fuel tank capacity
75 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2550 - 2825 kg
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Curb weight
2059 - 2470 kg
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Trunk capacity
355 L
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Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
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Length
5208 - 5233 mm
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Length
4878 - 4902 mm
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Width
1956 mm
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Width
1984 mm
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Height
1782 - 1838 mm
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Height
1693 - 1712 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2400 L
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Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1800 L
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Payload
445 - 695 kg
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Payload
550 - 751 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
333 - 634 HP
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Power HP
231 - 462 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
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Max Speed
238 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Torque
500 - 850 Nm
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Torque
450 - 700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
245 - 466 kW
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Power kW
170 - 340 kW
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Engine capacity
2989 - 3982 cm3
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Engine capacity
2967 - 2995 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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Is the Mercedes GLS offered with different drivetrains?
Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.