Mercedes-Benz GLS vs Mercedes-Benz CLA EV Comparison

Carbike360 comprehensive Mercedes-Benz GLS and Mercedes-Benz CLA EV comparison based on price, specifications, fuel efficiency, features, and more.
Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC is priced at ₹1.28 Cr, Mercedes-Benz CLA EV 200 58.0 kWh is priced at ₹55 Lakh.
Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC comes with 2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC engine, Mercedes-Benz CLA EV 200 58.0 kWh comes with - engine.

Mercedes-Benz GLS vs Mercedes-Benz CLA EV Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Mercedes-Benz GLS	Mercedes-Benz CLA EV
Engine Capacity	2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	-
Power	375 bhp @ 5800 rpm	221 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic
Fuel Type	Petrol	Electric

Mercedes-Benz GLS

₹ 1.28 Cr

Ex-Showroom

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Mercedes-Benz CLA EV

₹ 55.00 Lakh

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Ex-Showroom Price

1.28 Cr

55.00 Lakh

EMI

₹2,36,166

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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₹1,01,557

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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Brochure

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User Rating

4.3

5.0

NCAP Rating

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Colors

Mercedes-Benz GLS Colours

Mercedes-Benz CLA EV Colours

Frunk Storage

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101 Liters

Seating Capacity

7 Person

Doors

5 Doors

Fuel Tank Capacity

90 litres

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Bootspace

493 litres

405 Liters

No of Rows

3 Rows

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Number of Seating Rows

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Turbocharger / Supercharger

Turbocharged

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DC Fast Charging

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10-80 % : 20 Mins, 200 KW Charger

Performance on Alternate Fuel

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Top Speed

250 kmph

210 Kmph

Max Engine Torque (Nm@rpm)

500 Nm @ 1800 Rpm

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Driving Range

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542 Km

Max Torque (Nm@rpm)

500 Nm @ 1800 Rpm

335 Nm

Engine

2999 Cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

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Alternate Fuel

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Others

Idle Start/Stop

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Pure Electric Driving Mode

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Fuel Type

Petrol

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Battery

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Lithium Ion, 58 KWh, Placed Under Floor Pan

Battery Charging

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Acceleration (0-100 kmph)

6.1 seconds

0-100 Km/h In 7.5 Seconds (claimed)

Electric Motor

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Single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Mounted At Rear Axle)

Drivetrain

AWD

RWD

AC Regular Charging

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Transmission

Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode

Automatic

Emission Standard

BS6 Phase 2

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Engine Type

M256 Turbocharged I6 With Integrated Starter-Alternator

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AC Fast Charging

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0 - 100 % : 6 Hrs 30 Mins, 11 KW Charger

City Mileage

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Range

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Highway Mileage

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Max Motor Performance

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Mileage (ARAI)

12 kmpl

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Max Power (bhp@rpm)

375 Bhp @ 5800 Rpm

221 Bhp

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) Claimed

6.1 seconds

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Electric Motor Assist

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Fuel Type

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Electric

Charging Options

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11 KW AC Wall Box

Charger Included with Vehicle

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Home Charger – AC Wall Box, Portable Charger

Charging Indicator On Light Bar

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Portable EV Charging Cable

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Ground Clearance

200 mm

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Kerb Weight

2460 kg

2045

Length

5209 mm

4723

Wheelbase

3135 mm

2790

Width

2157 mm

1855

Ground Clearance (unladen)

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Height

1823 mm

1468

Gross Weight

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2500 Kg

Minimum Turning Radius

6 metres

5.6

Front Suspension

Independent, Double Wishbone, Air Suspension With Adaptive Damping

MacPherson Strut

Front Tyres

275 / 45 R21

225 / 45 R18

Wheels

Alloy Wheels

Rear Tyres

315 / 40 R21

255 / 40 R18

Four Wheel Steering

Steering Type

Power Assisted (Electric)

Power-assisted (Electric) Steering With 3 Spokes

Rear Brake Type

Ventilated Disc

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Spare Wheel

Space Saver

Front Brake Type

Ventilated Disc

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Rear Suspension

Independent, Multi-link, Air Suspension With Adaptive Damping

Multi-link

Tyre Construction

Radial - Tubeless

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Frequency Selective Damping (FSD)

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Advanced Suspension Features

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Chassis Type

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Unibody/Monocoque Frame

Additional Steering Features

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Regenerative Braking

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Limited Slip Differential

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Differential Lock

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Tyres

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Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres

Rub-strips

Black

Roof Rails

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Roof-mounted Antenna

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Body Kit

Cladding - Body Coloured

Sunroof / Moonroof

Panoramic

Fixed Glass Panoramic Sunroof, Electric

Antenna

Yes (Roof-mounted)

Shark Fin Antenna

Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

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Body-coloured Bumpers

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Body-Coloured Bumpers

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Speed Sensing Door Lock

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Engine Immobiliser

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Child Safety Lock

Central Locking

Keyless

Driver Armrest

Third Row Seat Adjustment

2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)

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Split Rear Seat

40:20:40

Rear Passenger Seat Type

Bench

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

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Ventilated Seat Type

Heated And Cooled

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Driver Seat Adjustment

14 Way Electrically Adjustable With 3 Memory Presets (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down, Seat Height Up / Down, Lumbar Up / Down, Lumbar Forward / Back, Extended Thigh Support Forward / Back)

12 Way Electrically Adjustable (seat: Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt: Forward / Back, Headrest: Up / Down, Seat Height: Up / Down, Lumbar: Up / Down, Lumbar: Forward / Back) + 2 Way Manually Adjustable (extended Thigh Support: Forward / Back)

Headrests

Front, Second & Third

Front & Rear

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

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Second Row Seat Adjustment

6 Way Electrically Adjustable (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down)

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Front Seatback Pockets

Front Passenger Seat Adjustment

Split Third Row Seat

50:50

Third Row Seat Type

Bench

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Seat Upholstery

Artificial Leather

Leather

Interior Colours

Macchiato Beige / Black, Espresso Brown / Black, Anthracite / Black

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Ventilated Seats

Front Only

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Massage Seats

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Rear Armrest

Cup Holder

Rear Row Seat Adjustment

6 Way Electrically Adjustable (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down)

2 Way Electrically Adjustable (headrest: Up / Down)

Interiors

Dual Tone

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Folding Rear Seat

Flat

Puncture Repair Kit

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Lane Departure Prevention

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Seat Belt Warning

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High-beam Assist

Adaptive

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)

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Rear Middle Head Rest

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Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt

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NCAP Rating

Not Tested

5 Star (Euro NCAP)

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

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Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

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Airbags

9 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, 2 Rear Passenger Side)

7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, Front Centre)

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

Overspeed Warning

1 Beep Over 80kmph, Continuous Beeps Over 120kmph

Blind Spot Detection

Lane Departure Warning

Child Seat Anchor Points

Forward Collision Warning

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ADAS

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Automatic Emergency Braking

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Seatbelts

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Traffic Sign Recognition

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Speed Assist System

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Hands-off Detection

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Driver Drowsiness Detection

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Lane Functions

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Lane Departure Prevention, Lane Keep Assist

Rear Collision Assist

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Blind Spot Monitor

Safe Exit Warning (SEW)

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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

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Heated ORVM

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Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch

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Third Row Middle Seat Safety

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Boot Open Warning

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Reflectors

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Rollover & Protection System

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Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

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One Touch Down

All

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ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)

Both Sides

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Interior Door Handles

Chrome

Adjustable ORVMs

Electrically Adjustable & Retractable

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Bootlid Opener

Internal With Remote

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One Touch Up

All

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Door Pockets

Front & Rear

Exterior Door Handles Finish

Body Coloured

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Rear Wiper

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Interior Door Handles Finish

Chrome

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Exterior Door Handles

Body Coloured

Body Coloured Door Handles, Flush Fit Handles Type

Rain-sensing Wipers

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Scuff Plates

Metallic

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Turn Indicators on ORVMs

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Side Window Blinds

Rear - Electric

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Rear Defogger

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Soft-close Door

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ORVM Colour

Dual Tone

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Power Windows Position

Front & Rear

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Power Windows

Front & Rear

Front & Rear Power Windows, All One-touch Up/down

One Touch - Up

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All

One Touch-Down

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All

Outside Rear View Mirrors (ORVMs)

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Body-Coloured Finish ORVM Colour

Adjustable ORVM

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Electrically Adjustable & Retractable

Display

LCD Display

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Head Unit Size

Not Available

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Display Screen for Rear Passengers

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iPod Compatibility

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Wireless Charger

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Apple CarPlay

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Android Auto

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Infotainment Screen Size

12.3 inch

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USB Compatibility

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Touchscreen Size

12.3 inch

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Voice Command

Speakers

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Steering-mounted controls

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Internal Hard Drive

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Bluetooth Compatibility

Phone & Audio Streaming

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Integrated (in-dash) Music System

AUX Compatibility

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GPS Navigation System

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Smart Connectivity

Android Auto (Yes), Apple Car Play (Yes)

AM/FM Radio

Infotainment Screen

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HD Touch-screen Display

Audio System

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Steering mounted controls

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Clock

Digital

Trip Meter

2 Trips Electronic

Average Speed

Shift Indicator

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Heads Up Display (HUD)

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Instantaneous Consumption

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Instrument Cluster

Digital

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Distance to Empty

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Instrument Cluster Screen Type

Digital

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Tachometer

Digital

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Gear Indicator

Adjustable Cluster Brightness

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Door Ajar Warning

Average Fuel Consumption

Distance To Empty

Low Fuel Level Warning

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Instantaneous Fuel Consumption

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Low Battery Warning

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Instrument Cluster Screen

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Digital Instrument Cluster With Adjustable Cluster Brightness

Speedometer

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Digital

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

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utside Temperature Gauge

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Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)

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Warranty (In Kilometres)

Unlimited

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Warranty (In Years)

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Battery Warranty (In Years)

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Cup Holders Position

Front & Second Row

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Sunglass Holder

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Third Row Cup Holders

Cup Holders

Front & Rear

4 Cupholders In Front & Second Row

Driver Armrest Storage

Rear AC

Two Zones, Vents Behind Front Armrest And On Roof, Individual Fan Speed Controls

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Heater

Cabin Boot Access

Cruise Control

Air Conditioner- Automatic/Zones

Automatic Climate Control: Five Zone

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Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Electronic Parking Brake

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Parking Sensors

Front & Rear

Rear

Steering Adjustment

Tilt & Telescopic

Tilt & Telescoopic

Heated/Cooled Cup Holders

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Air Conditioner

Yes (Automatic Five Zone)

Automatic Climate Control: Dual Zone (Front AC: Two Zones With Fan Speed Control, Second Row AC: Blower With Vents Behind Front Armrest)

Parking Assist

360 Degree Camera

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Keyless Start/ Button Start

Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors

Driver & Co-Driver

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Front AC

Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls

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12V Power Outlets

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Anti-glare Mirrors

Electronic - All

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Third Row AC Zone

Vents On Roof , Fan Speed Controls

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Charging Ports

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USB Type-C, 12V Power Outlet

Cornering Headlights

Intelligent

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Ambient Interior Lighting

Multi-colour

Headlight Height Adjuster

Automatic Headlamps

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Follow Me Home Headlamps

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Puddle Lamps

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Reading Lamp

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Cabin Lamps Position

Front And Rear

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Light on Vanity Mirrors

Driver & Co-Driver

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Glovebox Lamp

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Rear Reading Lamp

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Fog Lights

LED On Front, LED On Rear

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Ambient Interior Count

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Daytime Running Lights

LED

Cabin Lamps

Front And Rear

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Headlights

LED

Taillights

LED

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Charge Port Status Light

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Automatic Head Lamps

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Tail Lights

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LED

Stop Lamp

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LED

Follow me home headlamps

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Interior Lamps

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Button Controlled LED Cabin Lamps, Boot Lamp

Illuminated Logo

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Ride Height Adjustment

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Hill Hold Control

Hill Descent Control

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Differential Lock

Four-Wheel-Drive

Torque-On-Demand

Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

Brake Assist (BA)

Limited Slip Differential

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Pros And Cons

Pros

Cons

Mercedes-Benz GLS

✓Extremely spacious 7-seater luxury SUV with premium comfort in all rows.
✓Refined petrol & powerful diesel engines with advanced hybrid support.
✓AIRMATIC air suspension delivers excellent comfort and stability.
✓Loaded with cutting-edge tech: MBUX, Burmester, MULTIBEAM LED, Transparent Bonnet.
✓Strong safety package with multiple ADAS features and 360° vision.
✓High-quality materials and AMG Line styling elevate cabin and exterior appeal.