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Suzuki Ignis vs Mercedes GLS comparison

Compare performance (83 HP vs 404 HP), boot space and price (15,600 £ vs 92,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Ignis or Mercedes GLS?

Suzuki Ignis vs Mercedes GLS: Key differences

Suzuki Ignis

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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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Mercedes GLS

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ignis

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Suzuki Ignis is significantly cheaper – starting at 15,600 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 92,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 77,054 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Ignis uses 4.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

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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 offers substantially more power – delivering 404 HP compared to 83 HP. That’s roughly 321 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Suzuki Ignis takes 12.7 s. That’s about 7.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 107 Nm. That’s about 643 Nm more.

Ignis

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 more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Ignis is considerably lighter – 935 kg compared to 2,580 kg. The difference is around 1,645 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLS offers clearly more boot space – 355 L compared to 267 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.

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

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Ignis 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.

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Ignis

Suzuki Ignis

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 83 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.4 L/100km
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Suzuki Ignis

The Suzuki Ignis is a cheeky compact crossover that turns city chores into cheerful adventures, with chunky styling and a surprisingly practical cabin. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its nimble manners, low running costs and ample personality make it an ideal pick for urban buyers who want fun without pretension.

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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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Mercedes GLS

Costs and Consumption
Price
15,600 - 19,500 £
Price
92,700 - 104,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
110 - 122 g/km
co2
206 - 226 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
30 - 32 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
935 - 995 kg
Curb weight
2,580 - 2,670 kg
Trunk capacity
204 - 267 L
Trunk capacity
355 L
Length
3,700 mm
Length
-
Width
1,690 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
1,605 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,086 - 1,100 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
335 - 395 kg
Payload
810 - 820 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
83 HP
Power HP
336 - 404 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
155 - 165 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
107 Nm
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
61 kW
Power kW
247 - 297 kW
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2020
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Suzuki Ignis?

The Suzuki Ignis is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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