Comparison - BMW X3 xDrive 35i 2015 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class 63 AMG 2018

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Also called:

GL-Class

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Make:

BMW

Mercedes-Benz

Model:

GLS-Class

Average Price:

41,380

Updated:

28 Nov 2016

125,300

Updated:

22 Mar 2018

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2015

2018

Total Seating:

Transmission:

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

7-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

17.70gals

26.40gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Alpine White

#F4F4F7

Black Sapphire Metallic

#454344

Carbon Black Metallic

#3B4255

Deep Sea Blue Metallic

#44527F

Glacier Silver Metallic

#DDE0E5

Jet Black

#000000

Melbourne Red Metallic

#8E3031

Mineral Silver Metallic

#C6C2C1

Mineral White Metallic

#E4E4E4

Space Gray Metallic

#9898A0

Sparkling Brown Metallic

#453C37

Color:

Black

#000000

Dakota Brown Metallic

#403524

Diamond Silver Metallic

#C5CDD2

Iridium Silver Metallic

#ADB1B2

Lunar Blue Metallic

#18294B

Obsidian Black Metallic

#211810

Palladium Silver Metallic

#888785

Polar White

#E1E0DE

Steel Grey Metallic

#6A7575

designo Cardinal Red Metallic

#A02C32

designo Diamond White Metallic

#EDE4D7

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

Most buyers will be well-served by the GLS 450. It delivers solid performance along with its luxurious cabin, plus it leaves room for customization with numerous options packages.

PROS
Spacious third-row seat can accommodate adults
Ample acceleration with any powertrain choice
Quiet cabin with luxurious trim
Available off-road package gives it true capability in the dirt

CONS
Many desirable features don't come standard
Large price jump from GLS 450 to GLS 550

By:

edmunds.com

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS takes an old-school tack to modern-SUV design, and it works.

Pros
Lots of room
Lots of flexibility
Big luxury SUV panache
Lots of safety technology on tap
AMG–no, really

Cons
Dated switchgear
COMAND is cumbersome
Diesel’s been deleted

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class ranked #2 in Luxury Large SUVs. Currently the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class has a score of 8.9 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 38 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Powerful engines
Fuel-efficient V6
Handsome, spacious cabin
Smooth ride

Cons
Fewer standard features than some rivals

By:

usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

19.00mpg

13.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

26.00mpg

18.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.00L

5.50L

Torque:

300ft-lbs

at 1 300rpm

561ft-lbs

at 1 750rpm

Horsepower:

300hp

at 5 800rpm

577hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

39.00Feet

40.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

yes

Side view Camera:

yes

On steering wheel:

Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel

Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

183.40in

203.20in

Width:

74.10in

84.30in

Height:

66.10in

72.80in

Ground Clearance:

8.00in

8.50in

Front Track:

62.80in

Rear Track:

63.40in

Wheel Base:

110.60in

121.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.70

41.20

Rear Head Room:

39.10

40.00

Front Leg Room:

39.90in

40.30in

Rear leg room:

36.80in

38.50in

Front Hip Room:

56.50in

Front Shoulder Room:

58.40in

58.50in

Rear Hip Room:

54.80in

Rear Shoulder room:

57.40in

58.30in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

63.30cu.ft

93.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

3000lbs

7500lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

27.60cu.ft

16.00cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

25.70degrees

Angle of Departure:

22.60degrees

Curb Weight:

4230.00lbs

5754.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

More Instruments:

Low fuel level warning

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Heated mirrors

Remote window operation

Power mirrors

4 one-touch power windows

Heated mirrors

Remote keyless power door locks

Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse

Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Split-folding rear seatback

Height adjustable driver seat

Leatherette

8 -way power driver seat

Height adjustable passenger seat

Bucket front seats

10 -way power driver seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable passenger seat

Multi-level heating driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Leatherette

10-Way Power Passenger Seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

Massaging

Premium Leather

Rear Seats Features:

Remote keyless power door locks

Rear ventilation ducts

Folding with storage center armrest

Power folding split-bench third row seats

Reclining rear seats

Folding center armrest

Rear ventilation ducts

Split-folding rear seatback

Multi-Level Heating

Suspension

Front Suspension:

MacPherson strut front suspension

Front stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension:

Multi-link rear suspension

Rear stabilizer bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Extended cabin heating/cooling

Front and rear reading lights

Rear and cargo floor mats

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Dual zone climate controls - driver and passenger

Cargo area light

Leather steering wheel

Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Leather steering wheel

Turn signal in mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player:

yes

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

yes

More Entertainment:

USB connection

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

Radio data system

12 total speakers

Diversity antenna

205 watts stereo output

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

USB connection

Memory card slot

1 Subwoofer(S)

14 Total Speakers

830 Watts Stereo Output

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Stereo System

Speed-Sensitive Volume Control

Surround Audio (Discrete)

6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated front disc brakes

Front ventilated disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

rear ventilated disc brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Parking Assistant

ACC Stop & Go + Active Driving Assistant

Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*

Emergency Service*

Post-collision safety system

Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Front seatbelt pretensioners

Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system

Adaptive headlights

Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*

Airbag Deployment Notification*

PARKTRONIC w/Active Parking Assist

Rear height adjustable headrests

Rear center 3-point belt

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Post-collision safety system

Brake drying

Pre-collision safety system

Emergency Braking Preparation

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Turn signal mirrors

Rear Side Air Bags (SPC)

Emergency Service*

Vehicle Alarm notification*

LED Headlamp

Adaptive Headlights

Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Cornering Lights

Self-Leveling Headlights

2 Front Headrests

3 Rear Headrests

4-Wheel ABS

Options

Packages:

Driver Assistance Plus

Cold Weather Package

Dynamic Handling Package

Lighting Package

Premium Package

XLine

Cold Weather Package

Driver Assistance Package

Technology Package

M Sport

Accessory Chrome Package

Appearance Package

AMG Night Package

Exterior Options:

Roof Rails In Satin Aluminum

19" M Double Spoke Wheels - Style 622M

20" M Double Spoke Wheels - Style 310M

19" Light Alloy Double-Spoke Wheels - Style 309

Wheel Locks

Trailer Hitch (Class IV)

22" AMG Multi-Spoke Black Alloy Wheels

21" AMG Twin Cross Spoke Black Alloy Wheels

22" AMG Multi-Spoke Bicolor Alloy Wheels

Interior Options:

Rear Manual Side Window Shades

Navigation System

Concierge Services

Enhanced USB and Bluetooth Plus Smartphone Integration

Harman Kardon Surround Sound System

Heated Front Seats

Heated Steering Wheel

Heated & Cooled Front Cup Holders

Air Ionization With Air Filter

Accessory Rear Seat Entertainment System

Rear Seat Entertainment

Rear Seat Entertainment Pre-Wiring

Bang & Olufsen Sound System

Power EASY-ENTRY Feature For 2nd-Row Seats

2nd Row Side-Window Sunshades

Wood/Leather Steering Wheel

AMG Nappa/DINAMICA Performance Steering Wheel

2nd Row Seat Pass-Thru

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Beige, leatherette

#AEA18E

Black Nevada w/Gray Contrast Stitching, premium leather

#131313

Black Nevada, premium leather

#010101

Black, leatherette

#131313

Ivory White Nevada w/Red Contrast Stitching, premium leather

#D1D0CE

Mocha Nevada w/Orange Contrast Stitching, premium leather

#57524F

Oyster Nevada, premium leather

#B9B6AD

Saddle Brown Nevada, premium leather

#664F3F

Sand Beige Nevada, premium leather

#B9AC99

Color:

Black, leather

#131313

Black, leatherette

#131313

Crystal Grey/Black, leather

#A3A1A0

Espresso Brown, leatherette

#483F3D

Ginger Beige/Black, leather

#9E8B7C

Ginger Beige/Black, leatherette

#B6A598

Ginger Beige/Espresso Brown, leather

#BBA899

Ginger Beige/Espresso Brown, leatherette

#9E8B7C

Saddle Brown/Black, leather

#936555

designo Espresso Brown Exclusive Nappa, premium leather

#534A48

designo Porcelain/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather

#C4BDB9

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Comparison - BMW X3 xDrive 35i 2015 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class 63 AMG 2018

General

Also called:

--

Also called:

GL-Class

Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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