Comparison - Cadillac Escalade-V 2023 - vs - Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC 2021

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Average Price: 
$
149,195
Updated: 
17 Feb 2023
$
160,550
Updated: 
15 Mar 2021
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Four Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2023
2021
Total Seating: 
5
4
Transmission: 
10-speed Shiftable Automatic
9-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
24.00gals
23.80gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Mojave Silver Metallic
#B0ABAA
Selenite Grey Metallic
#868A8D
Designo Cardinal Red Metallic
#AD2E2E
Iridium Silver Metallic
#B6B5B8
Obsidian Black Metallic
#424242
Polar White
#F9F9F9
Brilliant Blue Metallic
#12198F
Emarald Green Metallic
#2E3535
Black
#1B1B1B
Designo Diamond White Metallic
#D7DAC7
Lunar Blue Metallic
#3B4059

Electric

Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
4.80s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Pros
Extremely luxurious cabin,
silky-smooth ride,
flashy exterior styling.

Cons
Princely price tag,
limited cargo space,
flashy exterior styling.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class's #4 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Large SUVs category. Currently the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class has a score of 7.9 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 12 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

PROS
Lavish cabin with supple seats
Composed handling and smooth ride
Good cargo capacity
Powerful engines

CONS
Steep infotainment learning curve

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
11.00mpg
15.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
16.00mpg
19.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
32
32
Cylinders: 
8
V
8
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
6.20L
4.00L
Torque: 
653ft-lbs
at 4 400rpm
538ft-lbs
at 5 000rpm
Horsepower: 
682hp
at 6 000rpm
550hp
at 6 500rpm
Cam Type: 
overhead valves (OHV)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
39.70Feet
41.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
yes
yes
Side view Camera: 
yes
yes
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Keyless ignition
Leather steering wheel
Heated steering wheel
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Sun sensor
3 12V DC Power Outlets
Distance Pacing w/Traffic Stop-Go
Urethane Gear Shifter Material
Full Nappa Leather Headliner
Adaptive Cruise Control
Automatic Parking Assist
Keyless Ignition
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Sun Sensor
Heated Steering Wheel
Leather Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
211.90in
204.90in
Width: 
81.10in
79.90in
Height: 
76.70in
72.40in
Front Track: 
66.90in
Rear Track: 
67.80in
Wheel Base: 
120.90in
123.40in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
42.30
39.40
Rear Head Room: 
38.90
40.20
Front Leg Room: 
44.50in
40.30in
Rear leg room: 
41.70in
43.40in
Front Hip Room: 
61.70in
Front Shoulder Room: 
65.50in
59.30in
Rear Hip Room: 
61.20in
Rear Shoulder room: 
64.60in
56.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
121.00cu.ft
18.40cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
7000lbs
7700lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
25.50cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
6217.00lbs
6085.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
4 one-touch power windows
Reverse tilt dual mirrors provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Heated mirrors
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power w/Tilt Rear Head Restraints
Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Premium leather
Bucket front seats
14-way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
2 memorized driver seat settings
14-way power passenger seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Multi-level heating driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Ventilated driver seat
Ventilated passenger seat
Massaging
Premium Leather
Ventilated seats
New-generation Touchpad in center console
12 -Way Power Driver Seat
12 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Power Passenger Seat w/Memory
Active Multicontour Front Seats w/Massage Feature -inc: 4-way lumbar support
Heated/Cooled Front Cupholder
Bucket Front Seats
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Massaging
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Power folding split-bench third row seats
Multi-level heating
Reclining rear seats
Dual Ventilation
4-Seat Configuration -inc: individual executive rear seats and center armrest
Heated/Cooled Rear Cupholder
Fixed Center Armrest
Multi-Level Heating
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Reclining Rear Seats

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension: 
Multi-link
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Executive Climate System
Heated and cooled cup holders
Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Voice Control multimedia system based on artificial intelligence
Illuminated Locking Glove Box
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Four Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
16.9" infotainment display size
AKG premium brand speakers
36 total speakers
1 subwoofer(s)
Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
USB connection
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
3 months of provided satellite radio service
Speed sensitive volume control
Video monitor
3” Digital Instrument Cluster and Touchscreen Media Display
Smartphone integration
Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Live Traffic
Systems Monitor
27 Speakers
Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity
2 LCD Monitors In The Front and 3 LCD Row Monitors In The Rear
Burmester High-End 3D Surround Sound System
Navigation Map Updates Included for 3 Years
1 Subwoofer(S)
1590 Watts Stereo Output
6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Burmester Premium Brand Speakers
Burmester Premium Brand Stereo System
USB Connection
USB With External Media Control
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
Speed Sensitive Volume Control
Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Automatic headlamp leveling
Body-color heated, driver-side auto-dimming power-folding outside mirrors with integrated turn signal indicators
Deep-tinted glass
Gloss Black roof rails
Illuminating door handles
Rainsense automatic wipers
Rear Camera Mirror Washer
Rear intermittent wiper
Active LED Headlamps and Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Ambient lighting with 64 colors
Lip Spoiler
Perimeter/Approach Lights
Roof Rack Rails Only
Power/Illuminated Running Boards
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
22 in
22 X 11
Wheels more: 
Fullsize non-matching spare tire
Underbody mounted spare tire
All Season Tires
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R22
Width: 
325.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40
Diameter: 
R22

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
ventilated disc brakes
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
ventilated disc brakes
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
no
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system
Lane keep assist
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Front multi-adjustable headrests
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Active Brake Assist with Cross-Traffic Function
Active Lane Keeping Assist Lane Departure Warning
Active Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot
LED Headlamp
Adaptive Headlights
Brake Drying
Cornering Lights
Post-Collision Safety System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
4-Wheel ABS
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests
Turn Signal Mirrors

Options

Exterior Options: 
Trailer Hitch
23" Maybach® Multispoke Forged Wheels
Interior Options: 
Refrigerator Box For Rear Cabin
Handcrafted Silver Champagne Flute Holders
Folding Tables For Rear Seats
Wood/Leather Steering Wheel
5-Seat Cabin Configuration

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Crystal White/Silver Grey Pearl Exclusive, premium leather
#E0DEDF
Mahogany/Macchiato Beige Exclusive, premium leather
#72514F
Black Exclusive, premium leather
#44464F