Comparison - Land Rover Range Rover Sport HSE Silver Edition 2021 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class GLS 550 4MATIC 2019

General

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Average Price: 
$
78,500
Updated: 
27 Nov 2020
$
95,750
Updated: 
10 Apr 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Four Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2019
Total Seating: 
5
7
Transmission: 
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
9-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
27.60gals
26.40gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Carpathian Grey Premium Metallic
#3C3E44
Amethyst Grey-Purple SVO Ultra Metallic Gloss
#4B3F56
Hakuba Silver Metallic
#DDE1E2
Petrolix Blue SVO Ultra Metallic Gloss
#176084
Eiger Grey Metallic
#BDBAAF
Santorini Black Metallic
#12140F
Lantau Bronze Metallic
#A9A095
Desire Deep Red SVO Ultra Metallic Gloss
#3B262B
British Racing Green SVO Ultra Metallic Gloss
#263B3B
Ligurian Black SVO Ultra Metallic Gloss
#272C2F
Flux Silver SVO Ultra Metallic Gloss
#999593
Ethereal Frost Silver SVO Ultra Metallic Gloss
#A7AAB1
Sunset Gold SVO Ultra Metallic Gloss
#E6DCBD
Constellation Blue SVO Ultra Metallic Gloss
#344F74
Velocity Blue SVO Ultra Metallic Gloss
#154494
Icy White SVO Special Effect Satin Matte
#FFFFFF
Sanguinello Orange SVO Ultra Metallic Gloss
#FD3806
Icy White SVO Special Effect Gloss
#FFFFFF
Fuji White
#FAFAFA
Ionian Silver SVO Ultra Metallic Gloss
#EAEAEA
Tourmaline Brown SVO Ultra Metallic Gloss
#584D45
Firenze Red Metallic
#C11927
Color: 
Black
#000000
Brilliant Blue Metallic
#0F0F96
Selenite Grey Metallic
#74849F
Iridium Silver Metallic
#ADB1B2
Lunar Blue Metallic
#18294B
Obsidian Black Metallic
#211810
Polar White
#E1E0DE
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
#A02C32
designo Diamond White Metallic
#EDE4D7

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

SVR Carbon Edition and HSE Silver Edition introduced.Optional air ionization system is improved for better air quality.Diesel V6 engine has been discontinued.

Pros
Comfortable and luxurious cabin
Sporty handling and acceleration
Impressive off-road capabilities

Cons
Modest cargo capacity for the class

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is unranked in Luxury Midsize SUVs due to missing safety data. Currently, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport's overall score is not available, though its Critics' Rating, Performance score, and Interior score are based on our evaluation of 40 pieces of research and data.

Pros
Powerful engine lineup
Composed ride and handling
Solid off-road ability
Luxe cabin materials

Cons
Distracting infotainment and climate controls
Below-average predicted reliability

By: 
usnews.com

Land Rover has made few changes to its mid-size Range Rover Sport for 2021. Besides a revised in-cabin air ionizer, the HSE Silver Edition model joins the lineup and the Premium Black Pack appearance package is now available on the HSE Dynamic trim. The HSE Silver Edition model comes standard with silver exterior trim and unique 21-inch black wheels with a diamond-turned finish. .

Pros
Plenty of powertrain choices,
upscale exterior styling,
luxurious interior trappings.

Cons
Tight third-row passenger space,
buggy infotainment system seems,
not a fuel-efficient choice.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic.Limited GLS Grand Edition includes upgraded leather, wood trim, adaptive LED headlights, unique wheels.Part of the second GLS-Class generation introduced for 2013 (then called the GL-Class).

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 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class wears its old-school heart on its sleeve, proudly.

Pros
Plenty of cargo- and people-space
Flexible seating
Luxury SUV-levels of swank
Latest safety equipment – much of which is standard
Surprisingly entertaining AMG model

Cons
No diesel option
COMAND system is due for replacement
Middling gas-engine fuel economy

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class ranked #2 in Luxury Large SUVs. Currently the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 36 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Ample engine power
Confident handling and comfortable ride
Upscale cabin quality
Three rows of spacious seats

Cons
Rivals have more standard features

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
19.00mpg
14.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
24.00mpg
19.00mpg
Engine type: 
Hybrid
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
32
Cylinders: 
6
Inline
8
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.00L
4.70L
Torque: 
365ft-lbs
at 2 000rpm
516ft-lbs
at 1 800rpm
Horsepower: 
355hp
at 5 500rpm
449hp
at 5 250rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
40.60Feet
40.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
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: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Cooled Storage Compartment
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Heated Steering Wheel
Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation)*
Roadside Assistance*
Destination Download*
Concierge Service*
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Manual rear seat easy entry
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Keyless Ignition
Sun Sensor
Driver Assisted Parking Assist
Leather And Wood Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
192.10in
202.00in
Width: 
87.40in
78.00in
Height: 
71.00in
72.80in
Ground Clearance: 
8.30in
8.50in
Front Track: 
66.60in
Rear Track: 
66.30in
Wheel Base: 
115.10in
121.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
39.40
41.20
Rear Head Room: 
39.10
40.00
Front Leg Room: 
39.50in
40.30in
Rear leg room: 
37.00in
38.50in
Front Shoulder Room: 
58.50in
Rear Shoulder room: 
58.30in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
59.50cu.ft
93.80cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
7716lbs
7500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
27.50cu.ft
16.00cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
26.00degrees
33.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
26.20degrees
27.00degrees
Curb Weight: 
5135.00lbs
5578.00lbs

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: 
Hands-Free Entry
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse
Heated Mirrors
4 one-touch power windows
Heated mirrors
Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
12 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Premium Leather
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Captains Chairs Front Seats
12 -Way Power Driver Seat
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
Leather
10-Way Power Passenger Seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Massaging
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding With Pass-Thru Center Armrest
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Power folding split-bench third row seats
Reclining rear seats
Folding center armrest
Split-folding rear seatback
Rear Ventilation Ducts

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Front stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Rear stabilizer bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Four Zone Climate Control
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Turn signal in mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
yes
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
yes
More Entertainment: 
19 Total Speakers
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
825 Watts Stereo Output
USB Connection
1 Subwoofer(S)
Meridian Premium Brand Speakers
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 Surround Audio (Discrete)
6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Remote sunroof operation
Privacy glass
Power glass sunroof
Roof rack
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
21 In.
21 X 10-In.
Wheels more: 
Null Tires
Temporary Spare Tire
Underbody Mounted Spare Tire
Inside mounted spare tire
Temporary spare tire
Null spare wheel
All season tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R21
Width: 
295.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40
Diameter: 
R21

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 Front Disc
Front ventilated disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes
rear ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
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: 
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
High Pressure Washers Headlamps
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
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
Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Cornering Lights
Self-Leveling Headlights

Options

Packages: 
Black Exterior Package
Wheel Protection Pack W/Black Locks
Premium Rear Seat Convenience Pack
Drive Assist Package
Premium Interior Protection / Storage Pack
Park Pro Package
Wheel Protection Pack W/Chrome Locks
Drive Pro Package
Tow Pack
Basic Rear Seat Convenience Pack
Towing Pack
Off Road Pack
Basic Interior Protection / Storage Pack
Exterior Protection Pack
Driver Assistance Package
Grand Edition Package
Off-Road Package
Night Package
Exterior Options: 
Black Roof Rails
Tow Hitch Receiver
21" Full Size Spare Wheel
22" Full Size Spare Wheel
Heated Windshield
22" 5 Split-Spoke W/Gloss Black Finish Alloy Wheels - Style 5004
SVO Ultra Metallic Gloss Finish Paint
21" 5 Split-Spoke W/Diamond Turned Finish Alloy Wheels - Style 5085
Deployable Side Steps
Soft Door Close
Grey Anodized Brake Calipers W/Land Rover Script
Tire Repair System
SVO Special Effect Satin Finish Paint
Fixed Side Steps
Deployable Side Steps (7 Seat)
SVO Special Effect Gloss Finish Paint
SVO Ultra Metallic Satin Finish Paint
21" 9-Spoke Wheels W/Gloss Black Finish Alloy Wheels - Style 9001
MAGIC VISION CONTROL
Soft-Close Doors
Panorama Sunroof
Interior Options: 
Head-Up Display
Domestic Plug Sockets
8" Rear Seat Entertainment
Activity Key
Heated And Cooled Front And Rear Seats
Ebony Morzine Headlining
Third Row Seats
16-Way Memory Front Seats W/Winged Headrests
Extended Leather Upgrade
CD/DVD Player
Heated 2nd-Row Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Bang & Olufsen Sound System
2nd Row Side-Window Sunshades
Heated Steering Wheel
Rear Seat Entertainment Pre-Wiring
Rear Seat Entertainment
Heated & Cooled Front Cup Holders
Multicontour Front Seats W/Massage Feature
Power EASY-ENTRY Feature For 2nd-Row Seats
Cabin Air Purification System

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Ivory/Ebony, Premium leather
#E1D8CC
Ivory/Ebony w/Ebony Headliner, Premium leather
#E1D8CC
Almond/Espresso, Premium leather
#CBB883
Ebony w/Ivory Headliner, Premium leather
#E1D8CC
Color: 
Black, leather
#131313
designo Porcelain/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
#E7DEDA
Crystal Grey/Black, leather
#A3A1A0
Espresso Brown, leatherette
#483F3D
Ginger Beige/Black, leather
#9E8B7C
Ginger Beige/Black, leatherette
#B6A598
Ginger Beige/Espresso Brown, leatherette
#9E8B7C
Saddle Brown/Black, leather
#936555
designo Espresso Brown Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
#534A48
designo Porcelain/Espresso Brown Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
#E7DEDA