Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class GLS 550 4MATIC 2019 - vs - Toyota Highlander XLE 2019

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Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class GLS 550 4MATIC 2019

General

Other Names:

Also called:

GL-Class

Also called:

Kluger

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

95,750

Updated:

10 Apr 2019

41,030

Updated:

01 May 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2019

Total Seating:

Transmission:

9-speed Shiftable Automatic

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

26.40gals

19.20gals

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:

Alumina Jade Metallic

#5D655E

Blizzard Pearl

#ECE7EA

Toasted Walnut Pearl

#6C534E

Midnight Black Metallic

#24231E

Celestial Silver Metallic

#979CA0

Ooh La La Rouge Mica

#581826

Predawn Gray Mica

#5D5B60

Shoreline Blue Pearl

#425C73

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 2019 Toyota Highlander ranked #14 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Toyota Highlander has a score of 8.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 47 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Comfortable and quiet
Stylish cabin with first-rate materials
Lots of standard advanced safety features
Optional V6 engine is robust and fuel-efficient

Cons
Confining third-row seat
So-so standard four-cylinder engine

By:

usnews.com

The 2019 Toyota Highlander delivers safety, features, comfort, and efficiency in a family-friendly package.

Pros
Comfortable cabin
Strong V-6
Miserly hybrid
Luxurious ride quality

Cons
Not pretty
Weak base 4-cylinder
No Apple CarPlay, Android Auto
Third row's just average

By:

thecarconnection.com

Only minor styling revisions for 2019.The 2019 Toyota Highlander comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic, 6-speed shiftable automatic.

PROS
Standard high-tech safety features
Strong V6 engine with good fuel economy
Quiet and pleasantly compliant ride

CONS
Third-row seat isn't as roomy as those in many competitors
Touchscreen and other controls may require an extra-long reach
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto aren't offered
Weak power delivery of the base four-cylinder engine

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

14.00mpg

20.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

19.00mpg

26.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Engine Size/Displacement:

4.70L

3.50L

Torque:

516ft-lbs

at 1 800rpm

263ft-lbs

at 4 700rpm

Horsepower:

449hp

at 5 250rpm

295hp

at 6 600rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

40.70Feet

38.70Feet

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:

Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel

Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

202.00in

192.50in

Width:

78.00in

75.80in

Height:

72.80in

68.10in

Ground Clearance:

8.50in

8.00in

Front Track:

64.40in

Rear Track:

64.20in

Wheel Base:

121.10in

109.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.20

39.50

Rear Head Room:

40.00

39.60

Front Leg Room:

40.30in

44.20in

Rear leg room:

38.50in

38.40in

Front Hip Room:

57.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

58.50in

59.30in

Rear Hip Room:

57.10in

Rear Shoulder room:

58.30in

59.60in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

93.80cu.ft

83.20cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

7500lbs

5000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

16.00cu.ft

13.80cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

33.00degrees

18.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

27.00degrees

23.10degrees

Curb Weight:

5578.00lbs

4464.00lbs

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:

4 one-touch power windows

Heated mirrors

Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

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 Driver Seat

Bucket front seats

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

4-Way Power Passenger Seat

8-Way Power Driver Seat

Driver Seat Thigh Extension

Leather

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

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 With Fan Control

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Folding Center Armrest

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear stabilizer bar

rear stabilizer bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Turn signal in mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Leather Steering Wheel

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player:

yes

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

yes

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

USB connection

3 Months of provided satellite radio service

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

6 Total Speakers

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

Speed-Sensitive Volume Control

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 brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

rear ventilated disc brakes

solid rear 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:

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

Glass Breakage Sensor

Pre-Collision Safety System

4-Wheel ABS

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Rear height adjustable headrests

Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Turn Signal Mirrors

Options

Packages:

Driver Assistance Package

Grand Edition Package

Off-Road Package

Night Package

Protection Package #3

Preferred Accessory Package

All-Weather Floor Liner Package

Protection Package #1

Four Season Floor Liner/Mat Package

Exterior Options:

MAGIC VISION CONTROL

Soft-Close Doors

Panorama Sunroof

Body Side Moldings

Running Boards

Rear Bumper Applique

Paint Protection Film

Roof Rack Cross Bars

Door Edge Guards

Mudguards

Special Color

Towing Receiver Hitch W/Wire Harness Package

Alloy Wheel Locks

Rear Bumper Protector

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

Carpet Mat Package

Cargo Net- Envelope

Carpet Floor Mats And Cargo Liner Package

Universal Tablet Holder

Wireless Headphones

Rear-Seat Blu-Ray DVD Entertainment System

Cargo Cover

2nd Row Bench Seat

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:

Ash, leather

#494949

Black, leather

#0F0F0F

Almond, leather

#C1AF8F

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Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class GLS 550 4MATIC 2019 - vs - Toyota Highlander XLE 2019

General

Also called:

GL-Class

Also called:

Kluger

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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