Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class GLS 550 4MATIC 2019 - vs - Porsche Cayenne GTS 2021

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Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class GLS 550 4MATIC 2019

General

Other Names:

Also called:

GL-Class

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Make: 
Mercedes-Benz
Porsche
Model: 
GLS-Class
Cayenne
Average Price: 
$
95,750
Updated: 
10 Apr 2019
$
107,300
Updated: 
19 Mar 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2019
2021
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
23.70gals
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: 
Dolomite Silver Metallic
#E6E6E6
Carrara White Metallic
#FFFFFF
Cashmere Beige Metallic
#A39A89
Moonlight Blue Metallic
#2B2E3D
Black
#000000
Lava Orange
#D7361C
Quartzite Grey Metallic
#656766
White
#FFFFFF
Jet Black Metallic
#000000
Mahogany Metallic
#4C3B33
Chalk
#C7C7BF
Carmine Red
#99111B

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

Porsche spices up the 2021 Cayenne lineup with the return of the GTS model. While the company hasn't announced changes for the rest of the lineup, we now know that the GTS will have a 460-hp twin-turbo V-8. Along with more desirable standard features, it'll also benefit from a lowered suspension and other performance hardware. The 2021 GTS is the top-of-the-line version of the regular Cayenne, but it's just as much a gateway to the high-powered Turbo variants (reviewed separately).

Pros
Sensational powertrains,
sports-car DNA,
can tow 7700 pounds.

Cons
Ride can be stiff,
limited cubby storage,
custom options can add up.

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caranddriver.com

The GTS returns, powered by a 453-horsepower turbocharged V8.

Pros
Truly impressive handling for a crossover SUV
Wide selection of powerful engines
Exquisite interior and build quality
Plenty of customization options

Cons
Quite a few features that should be standard at this price are optional
Gloss-black interior panels can quickly look dirty
Poor rear visibility
Climate control fans are weak at low speeds and noisy at high

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2019 Porsche Cayenne Hybrid ranked #1 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Porsche Cayenne Hybrid has a score of 9.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 8 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Excellent handling
Lots of power
Posh interior
User-friendly infotainment system

Cons
Short on cargo space
High base price

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

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

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
32
32
Cylinders: 
8
V
8
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
4.70L
4.00L
Torque: 
516ft-lbs
at 1 800rpm
457ft-lbs
at 1 800rpm
Horsepower: 
449hp
at 5 250rpm
453hp
at 6 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
40.70Feet
39.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
no
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 Controls 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
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Cooled Storage Compartment
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
202.00in
194.00in
Width: 
78.00in
78.10in
Height: 
72.80in
65.50in
Ground Clearance: 
8.50in
7.00in
Wheel Base: 
121.10in
114.00in

Interior Dimensions

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

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
93.80cu.ft
60.30cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
7500lbs
7700lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
16.00cu.ft
27.20cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
33.00degrees
26.90degrees
Angle of Departure: 
27.00degrees
23.70degrees
Curb Weight: 
5578.00lbs
4954.00lbs

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
Heated mirrors
Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Hands-Free Entry
Hands-Free Entry
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors

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
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
8 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
Leather/Sueded Microfiber
Sport Front Seats
Rear Seats Features: 
Power folding split-bench third row seats
Reclining rear seats
Folding center armrest
Split-folding rear seatback
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Folding center armrest
Reclining Rear Seats
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: 
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Turn signal in mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Turn Signal In Mirrors

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
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Auxiliary Audio Input
Satellite Radio Satellite Radio
10 Total Speakers
USB Connection
150 Watts Stereo Output

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.
21 X 11.0 In.
Wheels more: 
Inside mounted spare tire
Temporary spare tire
Null spare wheel
All season tires
All Season Tires
Temporary Spare Tire
Inside Mounted Spare Tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
295.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40
Diameter: 
R21
Width: 
315.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
35

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
Rear 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: 
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
Cornering Lights
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
LED Headlamp
Turn Signal Mirrors
Post-Collision Safety System
Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests

Options

Packages: 
Driver Assistance Package
Grand Edition Package
Off-Road Package
Night Package
SportDesign Package In Carbon Fiber
Assistance Package
Premium Package
SportDesign Package In High Gloss Black
14-Way Power Seats W/Memory Package
Smoking Package
Premium Package Plus
18-Way Adaptive Sport Seats W/Memory Package
Exterior Options: 
MAGIC VISION CONTROL
Soft-Close Doors
Panorama Sunroof
ParkAssist (Front And Rear) W/Surround View
22" Cayenne Sport Classic Wheels
Exterior Mirrors Painted In High Gloss Black
"PORSCHE" Logo On Side In Black
"PORSCHE" Logo In Satin Black And Model Designation In Exterior Color
Compass Display On Dashboard W/Porsche Off-Road Precision App
Summer Tires For 21" Wheels
"PORSCHE" Logo On Side In Red
Deletion Of "GTS" Logo On Front Doors
Fuel Cap In Aluminum Look Finish
Trailer Hitch
Door Handles In High Gloss Black
"PORSCHE" Logo In Black And Deletion Of Model Designation
22" 911 Turbo Design Wheels
Rear Wiper Trim In High Gloss Black
LED-Matrix Headlights In Black W/Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus (PDLS+)
21" Cayenne Exclusive Design Wheels In Satin Platinum
21" Cayenne Exclusive Design Wheels In Jet Black Metallic
Head-Up Display
Deletion Of Model Designation
Heated Windshield
22" Cayenne Sport Classic Wheels In High Gloss Black
Exterior Mirrors Lower Trim And Base Painted In Exterior Color
21" Cayenne Exclusive Design Wheels In High Gloss Black
Thermally And Noise Insulated Glass
Soft Close Doors
"PORSCHE" Logo On Side In Aurum
Vehicle Keys Painted And Key Pouch In Alcantara
21" Cayenne Exclusive Design Wheels In Exterior Color
21" Cayenne Turbo Wheels In Satin Platinum
SportDesign Exterior Mirror Housing In Carbon Fiber
22" Cayenne Sport Classic Wheels In Satin Platinum
21" RS Spyder Design Wheels
"PORSCHE" Logo In Satin Black And Model Designation In High Gloss Black
22" Cayenne Sport Classic Wheels In Exterior Color
Automatically Dimming Mirrors
"PORSCHE" Logo On Side In Silver
Roof Rails In High Gloss Black
Vehicle Keys Painted And Key Pouch In Leather
22" Cayenne Sport Classic Wheels In Jet Black Metallic
21" Cayenne Exclusive Design Wheels
Summer Performance Tires For 19" Wheels
21" Cayenne AeroDesign Wheels
Summer Performance Tires For 20" Wheels
LED-Headlights W/Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS)
Deletion Of Model Logo
SportDesign Front Fascia
Wheel Center Caps W/Colored Porsche Crest
Roof Rails In High Gloss Black
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
Door-Sill Guards In Black Brushed Aluminum, Illuminated
Burmester 3D High-End Surround Sound System
Sport Chrono Stopwatch/Compass Dial In Bordeaux Red
Deep-Pile Floor Mats W/Leather Edging
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel In Carbon Fiber
Preparation For The Rear Seat Entertainment
Interior Trim In Deviated Leather
Interior Grab Handles In Alcantara
Interior Trim In Anthracite Chestnut W/Aluminum Inlay
Seat Heating (Front And Rear)
Illuminated Personalized Door-Sill Guards In Carbon Fiber
Ambient Lighting
Seat Belts In Graphite Blue
6-Disc CD/DVD Changer
Sport Chrono Stopwatch Or Compass Dial In Chalk
Interior Trim In Red Gum
Reversible Luggage Compartment Mat W/Leather Edging And Loading Edge Protection
Carbon Fiber Floor Mats W/Deviated Leather Edging And Stitching
Owner's Manual Wallet In Carbon Fiber
Night Vision Assist
Smartphone Compartment W/Wireless Charging
Interior Trim In Textured Aluminum
Seat Belts In Slate Grey
Cargo Management System
Deviated Stitching Interior Package
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel In Dark Walnut
Sport Chrono Stopwatch Or Compass Dial In Carmine Red
Interior Grab Handles In Leather
Sport Chrono Stopwatch/Compass Dial In White
Porsche Crest On Headrests (Front And Rear)
Bose Surround Sound System
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel In Anthracite Chestnut
Center Console Armrest W/Porsche Crest
Exclusive Design Gear Selector
Interior Trim In Carbon Fiber
Fire Extinguisher
Interior Trim In Leather
Comfort Access
Seat Belts In Mojave Beige
Porsche InnoDrive W/Adaptive Cruise Control
Sport Chrono Stopwatch/Compass Dial In Mojave Beige
Steering Wheel Heating
Center Console Armrest W/Model Logo
Seat Belts In Bordeaux Red
Central Tachometer In Bordeaux Red
Interior Trim Painted In Deviating Exterior Color
Power Sunblind For Rear Side Windows
Deviated Stitching Interior Package And Deviated Leather Seat Centers
Seat Belts In Truffle Brown
Seat Belts In Cohiba Brown
Central Tachometer In Carmine Red
Seat Base In Leather (Front)
Illuminated Personalized Door-Sill Guards In Dark Silver Brushed Aluminum
Ionizer
Central Tachometer In White
Illuminated Door-Sill Guards In Carbon Fiber
Deviated Leather Seat Centers
Interior Trim In High Gloss Black
Interior Trim In Natural Olive Grey
Four-Zone Climate Control
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel In Red Gum
Central Tachometer In Mojave Beige
Seat Base In Leather (Front And Rear)
Seat Belts In Chalk
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel In Alcantara
Seat Heating (Front)
Massage Seat Function (Front) W/Seat Ventilation (Front And Rear)
Interior Trim Painted In Exterior Color
Sport Chrono Package
Under Door Puddle Light Projectors
Owner's Manual Wallet In Leather
Porsche Rear Seat Entertainment
PersonalizedReversible Loadspace Mat W/Leather Edging And Loading Edge Protection
Personalized Floor Mats W/Leather Edging
Massage Seat Function (Front) W/Seat Ventilation (Front)
Interior Trim In Dark Walnut
Central Tachometer In Chalk
Seat Ventilation (Front And Rear)
Seat Ventilation (Front)
Floor Mats With Leather Edging

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: 
Black, leather
#000000
Slate Grey, leather
#6F6F6F
Black/Mojave Beige, leather
#B4A495
Slate Grey/Mojave Beige, leather
#473D33
Black/Bordeaux Red, leather
#904343
Black/Chalk, leather/Sueded Microfiber
#000000
Truffle Brown, premium leather
#352E28
Truffle Brown/Cohiba Brown, premium leather
#5D4334
Graphite Blue/Chalk, leather
#E0E2DD
Black, leather/sueded microfiber
#000000
Black/Carmine Red, leather/sueded microfiber
#000000
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