Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class GLS 550 4MATIC 2019 - vs - Land Rover Discovery HSE Td6 2020

General

Other Names:

Also called:

GL-Class

Also called:

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Average Price: 
$
95,750
Updated: 
10 Apr 2019
$
61,700
Updated: 
21 Jun 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive
Year: 
2019
2020
Total Seating: 
7
5
Transmission: 
9-speed Shiftable Automatic
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
no
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
26.40gals
22.50gals
Exterior Colors: 
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
Color: 
Fuji White
#FAFAFA
Indus Silver Metallic
#A6A6A6
Portofino Blue Metallic
#505970
Eiger Grey Metallic
#BDBAAF
Yulong White Metallic
#D2D4D8
Namib Orange Premium Metallic
#A24928
Byron Blue Metallic
#989BA9
Silicon Silver Premium Metallic
#9F9E9C
Carpathian Grey Premium Metallic
#3C3E44
Farallon Black Premium Metallic
#242930
Santorini Black Metallic
#12140F
Narvik Black
#1D1D1D

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

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

The base SE model now comes with more standard equipment, including LED headlamps, a power-operated inner tailgate, lane-keeping assist, rear cross-traffic alert, and a new steering wheel with capacitive-touch button controls; a four-zone automatic climate-control system is now optional on the SE. The InControl Touch Pro infotainment system sees a few software updates and offers optional Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Upscale HSE and HSE Luxury models now come with a real-time wading-depth information system and a heated windshield is now available as a standalone option on all models.

Pros
Handsome square-jawed appearance,
upscale cabin,
superior off-road capability.

Cons
Thirsty gasoline engine,
clumsy on-road dynamics,
lackluster braking performance.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2020 Land Rover Discovery Diesel comes with four wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.A new Landmark Edition trim debuts above the base SE model.Blind-spot monitoring and upgraded mirrors are now standard.The SE trim loses standard navigation but gains Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

PROS
Smooth driving manners on the road
Above-average capabilities off-road
Interior is luxurious with excellent materials
Clever features in terms of utility and technology

CONS
Touchscreen interface can be slow and difficult to operate
Diesel engine option has little advantage over standard gas engine

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2020 Land Rover Discovery ranked #16 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Land Rover Discovery has a score of 7.4 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 14 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Excellent off-road prowess
Expansive cargo space
First-rate cabin materials

Cons
Poor fuel economy with base model
Engines aren't as potent as some rivals'
Infotainment system is slow to respond

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Diesel
Fuel Economy City USA: 
14.00mpg
21.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
19.00mpg
26.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Diesel

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
32
24
Cylinders: 
8
V
6
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
4.70L
3.00L
Torque: 
516ft-lbs
at 1 800rpm
443ft-lbs
at 1 750rpm
Horsepower: 
449hp
at 5 250rpm
254hp
at 3 750rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
40.70Feet
40.40Feet

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
no
Side view Camera: 
yes
no
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
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
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Leather Steering Wheel
Driver Assisted Parking Assist
Keyless Ignition

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
202.00in
195.10in
Width: 
78.00in
78.70in
Height: 
72.80in
73.00in
Ground Clearance: 
8.50in
8.50in
Front Track: 
66.60in
Rear Track: 
66.30in
Wheel Base: 
121.10in
115.00in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
41.20
39.40
Rear Head Room: 
40.00
39.00
Front Leg Room: 
40.30in
39.00in
Rear leg room: 
38.50in
37.60in
Front Hip Room: 
57.80in
Front Shoulder Room: 
58.50in
60.40in
Rear Hip Room: 
55.70in
Rear Shoulder room: 
58.30in
59.50in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
93.80cu.ft
83.70cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
7500lbs
7716lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
16.00cu.ft
41.20cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
33.00degrees
26.30degrees
Angle of Departure: 
27.00degrees
25.90degrees
Curb Weight: 
5578.00lbs
4900.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
no
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
Heated mirrors
Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Hands-Free Entry
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
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
8-Way Power Passenger Seat
Bucket Front Seats
Height-Adjustable Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8-Way Power Driver Seat
Leather
Rear Seats Features: 
Power folding split-bench third row seats
Reclining rear seats
Folding center armrest
Split-folding rear seatback
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Rear ventilation ducts
Folding Center Armrest
Reclining Rear Seats
Split-Folding Rear Seatback

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: 
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Turn signal in mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player: 
yes
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
yes
no
More Entertainment: 
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
380 Watts Stereo Output
10 Total Speakers
USB With External Media Control
Meridian Premium Brand Stereo System
Meridian Premium Brand Speakers
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
1 Subwoofer(S)
USB Connection

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 X 10-In.
20 In.
Wheels more: 
Inside mounted spare tire
Temporary spare tire
Null spare wheel
All season tires
Temporary Spare Tire
Underbody Mounted Spare Tire
Null Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
295.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40
Diameter: 
R21
Diameter: 
R20

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: 
Front ventilated disc brakes
Ventilated front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
rear ventilated disc brakes
Ventilated rear 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: 
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
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Post-Collision Safety System
Emergency Braking Preparation
Turn Signal Mirrors
Blind Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System
LED Headlamp

Options

Packages: 
Driver Assistance Package
Grand Edition Package
Off-Road Package
Night Package
Black Design Package
Cold Climate Package
7 Seat Luxury Climate Comfort Package
Driver Assist Package
Wheel Protection Pack W/Black Locks
Premium Rear Seat Convenience Pack
7 Seat Package
Capability Plus Package
Seat Package 4
Premium Interior Protection / Storage Pack
Wheel Protection Pack W/Chrome Locks
Smoker's Package
5 Seat Luxury Climate Comfort Package
Tow Pack
Remote Intelligent Seat Fold Package
Basic Rear Seat Convenience Pack
Dynamic Package 2
Dynamic Package 1
Basic Interior Protection / Storage Pack
Exterior Protection Pack
Capability Package
Exterior Options: 
MAGIC VISION CONTROL
Soft-Close Doors
Panorama Sunroof
Black Roof Rails
20" 10-Split Spoke Alloy Wheels - 'Style 1011'
21" Full Size Spare Wheel
22" Full Size Spare Wheel
Heated Windshield
20" 5-Split Spoke Alloy Wheels - 'Style 5011' W/Gloss Black Finish
21" 9 Spoke Alloy Wheels - 'Style 9002' W/Diamond Turned Finish
20" Full Size Spare Wheel
Front Fog Lamps
Styling Accent Pack
Full Length Silver Roof Rails
Full Length Black Roof Rails
19" 5 Spoke Alloy Wheels - 'Style 5046' W/Satin Dark Grey Finish
Trailer Hitch W/Electrical Connector
Fixed Side Steps
21" 5-Split Spoke Alloy Wheels - 'Style 5025' W/Satin Dark Grey Finish
21" 10-Split Spoke Alloy Wheels - 'Style 1012'
Interior Options: 
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
Four-Zone Climate Control
Head-Up Display
Loadspace Safety Net
Activity Key
Front Center Console Cooler Compartment
Car Care Kit
Rear Seat Entertainment
Cabin Air Ionisation
Loadspace Storage Rails
Ebony Headlining
2 12V Charging Ports In Second Row
Loadspace Cover
Meridian Premium Surround Sound

Colors

Interior Colors: 
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
Color: 
Tan w/Light Oyster Headliner, premium leather
#AB7552
Light Oyster, leather
#FFFFFF
Ebony w/Pimento Stitch, premium leather
#08090D
Tan w/Ebony Headliner, premium leather
#AB7552
Ebony w/Light Oyster Stitch, premium leather
#08090D
Ebony, leather
#08090D
Acorn w/Light Oyster Headliner, leather
#CCBCA4
Ebony, premium leather
#16171A
Light Oyster, premium leather
#FFFFFA
Acorn w/Ebony Headliner, leather
#CCBCA4
Ebony w/Light Oyster Headliner, premium leather
#08090D
Ebony w/Light Oyster Headliner, leather
#08090D
Light Oyster w/Reims Stitch, premium leather
#FFFFFA