Comparison - Subaru Forester Limited 2018 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLS-class 450 4MATIC 2020

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Also called:

GL-Class

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

29,395

Updated:

18 Feb 2018

75,200

Updated:

31 Oct 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2018

2020

Total Seating:

Transmission:

Continuously Variable-speed Automatic

9-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

15.90gals

23.80gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Crystal Black Silica

#3D393A

Crystal White Pearl

#E7E7E7

Dark Gray Metallic

#333333

Ice Silver Metallic

#686672

Jasmine Green Metallic

#777581

Quartz Blue Pearl

#365890

Venetian Red Pearl

#882A3A

Color:

Iridium Silver Metallic

#B6B5B8

Obsidian Black Metallic

#424242

Selenite Grey Metallic

#868A8D

Designo Cardinal Red Metallic

#AD2E2E

Emerald Green Metallic

#2E3535

Mojave Silver Metallic

#B0ABAA

Lunar Blue Metallic

#3B4059

Black

#1B1B1B

Designo Diamond White Metallic

#D7DAC7

Brilliant Blue Metallic

#12198F

Polar White

#F9F9F9

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2018 Subaru Forester ranked #5 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Subaru Forester has a score of 8.5 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 36 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Excellent cargo capacity
Spacious rear seats
Good mpg ratings, even with standard all-wheel drive
Many available safety features

Cons
Interior design and build quality trail some rivals'
Fewer tech features than rivals

By:

usnews.com

The 2018 Subaru Forester continues to offer top safety scores, remarkable space inside, and all-round versatility; it’s still one of the best small SUVs, and a good value for money.

Pros
Fun to drive, good ride
Excellent safety ratings and systems
Good outward visibility
Standard all-wheel drive
Peppy Turbo option, CVT among the best

Cons
Front seats small for some
Priciest trims still not that premium
No manual gearbox for turbo engine
Paddle shifters only on turbo

By:

thecarconnection.com

For 2018, the Subaru Forester offers a new Black Edition trim package that adds black-finished wheels, body trim and grille. The interior also receives black cloth upholstery and black gloss dashboard trim. Limited trim levels also get a new cargo area cover, while Touring trims now include Subaru's EyeSight safety package as standard along with automatic high beams and reverse automatic braking.

PROS
All-wheel drive comes standard and doesn't sink fuel economy
High ground clearance offers better than average off-road ability
Airy interior with plenty of room for adults both front and rear
Optional turbocharged engine makes Forester very quick

CONS
Modest tow rating limits overall utility
Cabin design and materials are just average
Handling isn't as sporty as some rivals
CVT feels less responsive and refined than a traditional automatic

By:

edmunds.com

Sitting atop the Mercedes-Benz SUV hierarchy is the spacious and indisputably luxurious GLS-Class. It's all new for 2020 and it has big shoes to fill—we've named the outgoing GLS-Class to our 10Best Trucks and SUVs list for three straight years—but our first impressions of this new big Benz are very good.

Pros
Tech-rich cabin, spacious in all three rows, refined powertrains.

Cons
Anonymous styling, fussy infotainment system, heavily optioned models carry high price tags

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is a three-row crossover SUV that redefines luxurious family transport.

Pros
Sublime demeanor
Posh interior
Strong turbocharged engines
Impressive dynamics
AMG, Maybach editions sure to come

Cons
Hefty price
Hefty curb weight
Hefty fuel consumption
Occasional cheap touch

By:

thecarconnection.com

New styling in line with other Mercedes SUVs.Powerful mild hybrid powertrains.Standard adjustable air suspension.All-new third GLS generation launched for 2020.

Pros
MBUX infotainment is outstanding
Tops in comfort and easily seats adults in all three rows
Flexible cargo capacity
Responsive powertrains feel like driving a smaller SUV

Cons
Not as off-road-worthy as some rugged competitors
Somewhat vague steering with large wheels and thin tires
MBUX has a steep learning curve

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Premium Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

26.00mpg

19.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

32.00mpg

23.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Flat

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.50L

3.00L

Torque:

174ft-lbs

at 4 100rpm

369ft-lbs

at 1 600rpm

Horsepower:

170hp

at 5 800rpm

362hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

34.80Feet

39.40Feet

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:

181.50in

205.00in

Width:

70.70in

77.00in

Height:

68.20in

71.80in

Ground Clearance:

8.70in

7.90in

Front Track:

65.70in

Rear Track:

66.60in

Wheel Base:

103.90in

123.40in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.00

39.40

Rear Head Room:

37.50

40.20

Front Leg Room:

43.00in

40.30in

Rear leg room:

38.00in

41.90in

Front Hip Room:

53.90in

60.80in

Front Shoulder Room:

57.00in

59.30in

Rear Hip Room:

53.00in

60.00in

Rear Shoulder room:

56.50in

58.50in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

68.50cu.ft

84.70cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

1500lbs

7700lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

31.50cu.ft

17.40cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

23.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

25.00degrees

Curb Weight:

3455.00lbs

5701.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Heated mirrors

2 one-touch power windows

Hands-Free Entry

Reverse Tilt Passenger Only Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

8 -way power driver seat

Height adjustable passenger seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

4-Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

Leather

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

10 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Leatherette

10 -Way Power Driver Seat

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Driver Seat Thigh Extension

Rear Seats Features:

Reclining rear seats

Folding center armrest

Split-folding rear seatback

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

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

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Leather Steering Wheel

Interior Air Filtration

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

6 total speakers

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

USB connection

590 Watts Stereo Output

Burmester Premium Brand Speakers

Speed Sensitive Volume Control

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

2 Subwoofer(S)

6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

USB Connection

13 Total Speakers

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

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:

Front ventilated disc brakes

Ventilated Front Disc

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

rear ventilated disc 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:

Security System Shock Sensor

Rear center 3-point belt

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Post-collision safety system

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Blind-Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System

4-Wheel ABS

2 Front Headrests

3 Rear Headrests

Cornering Lights

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Blind Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Brake Drying

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Options

Packages:

Standard Model - 2.5i Limited

Popular Package #2

EyeSight, Navigation System, Audio W/Harmon Kardon Amplifier And Speakers

Navigation System, Audio W/Harmon Kardon Amplifier And Speakers

E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL Package

Warmth And Comfort Package

Air Balance Package

Executive Rear Seat Package

Executive Rear Seat Package PLUS

Acoustic Comfort Package

ENERGIZING Package PLUS

Convenience Package

Driver Assistance Package PLUS

Exterior Options:

Wheel Lock Kit (Alloy Wheels)

Body Side Molding Kit Ice Silver Metallic

Wheel Arch Moldings

Body Side Molding Kit Dark Gray Metallic

Door Edge Guard Crystal Black Silica

Door Edge Guard Ice Silver Metallic

Door Edge Guard Crystal White Pearl

Door Edge Guard Jasmine Green

Splash Guards

Rear Bumper Cover

Door Edge Guard Quartz Blue Pearl

Door Edge Guard Venetian Red Pearl

Front Bumper Underguard

Cross Bar Set - Aero

Sport Grille

Trailer Hitch And Harness

Body Side Molding Kit Jasmine Green

Door Edge Guard Dark Gray Metallic

Rear Bumper Underguard

Body Side Molding Kit Venetian Red

Body Side Molding Kit Crystal Black Silica

Body Side Molding Kit Quartz Blue Pearl

Body Side Molding Kit Crystal White Pearl

Trailer Hitch (Class IV)

Illuminated Running Boards

Silver Wheel Locks

20” 8-Spoke Wheels

Soft-Close Doors

Illuminated Star

20” Twin 5-Spoke Wheels

MAGIC VISION CONTROL

Panorama Sunroof

Roof Spoiler

21” Triple 5-Spoke Wheels

Black Side Cladding

Chrome Door Handle Inserts

21” 5-Spoke Wheels

Interior Options:

Compartment Separator

Cargo Net Rear Seat Back

Sunshade

Cargo Net Side

Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass

Cargo Net Rear

Tweeter Kit

Rear Seat Back Protector

All-Weather Floor Mats

STI Leather Shift Knob CVT

Footwell Illumination Kit - red

Kicker Audio Upgrade Package

Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass and Homelink

Speaker Kit

Side Still Plate-Front

Interior & Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror W/ Approach Lighting & Blind Spot Detection

Interior & Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror W/ Homelink & Approach Lighting & Blind Spot Detection

Heated 2nd-Row Seats

Head-Up Display

MBUX Interior Assistant

Wood/Leather Steering Wheel

5-Zone Automatic Climate Control

Speed Limit Assist

Heated And Cooled 2nd-Row Cupholder

Black DINAMICA Headliner

Load Sill Protector

Burmester High-End 3D Surround Sound System

Topstitched MB-Tex Lower Dash And Upper Door Trim

Ventilated Front Seats

4-Zone Automatic Climate Control

6-Seat Cabin Configuration

Heated 3rd-Row Seats

Topstitched Nappa Leather Upper Dash And Door Trim

Heated Steering Wheel

Heated And Cooled Front Cupholders

MBUX Augmented Video For Navigation

Exclusive Trim Package

Multicontour Front Seats W/Massage Feature

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Black, cloth

#343436

Gray, cloth

#A9A6A3

Color:

Black, leather

#12151D

Expresso Brown/Magma Grey, leather

#40352E

Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey, leather

#ACA4A0

Expresso Brown, leatherette

#3C312B

Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey, leatherette

#ACA4A0

Black, leatherette

#12151D

Black/Tartufo, leather

#6D6463

Black /Magma Grey Exclusive Nappa, premium leather

#4D5159

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Comparison - Subaru Forester Limited 2018 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLS-class 450 4MATIC 2020

General

Also called:

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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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