Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class vs Land Rover Defender
Do you want to find out which car is the best, Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class or Land Rover Defender? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between GLE-Class and Defender. Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Price starts at Rs.99.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for 300d 4MATIC OM654 Turbocharged I4 Mild Hybrid Diesel AT and Land Rover Defender Price starts at Rs.1.04 Cr (ex-showroom) for 2.0L Petrol PHEV 110 X-Dynamic HSE. Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is 4 cylinder, 1993 cc Engine can generate 265.52bhp@4200rpm power whereas Land Rover Defender is a 4 cylinder, 2997 cc Engine can generate 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, GLE-Class provides a mileage of 15.1 kmpl (base model), and Defender has a mileage of 14 kmpl (base model).
GLE-Class vs Defender
| Key Highlights | Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class | Land Rover Defender |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.99.00 Lakh | Rs.1.04 Cr |
| Engine Capacity | 1993 cc | 2997 cc |
| Power | 265.52bhp@4200rpm | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 15.1 kmpl | 14 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| GLE-Class specifications | Defender specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 1.17 Cr Price Breakup | 1.23 Cr Price Breakup |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| User Rating | 4.3 | 4.1 |
| Boot Space (Litres) | 630 Litres | 397 Litres |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Engine Displacement | 1993 cc | 2997 cc |
| Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 265.52bhp@4200rpm | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm |
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Exterior
| GLE-Class Exterior | Defender Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Sunroof Type | - | Panoramic |
Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | - | Electrically Adjustable & Retractable |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | - | Yes |
Rear Wiper | - | Yes |
Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
Bootlid Opener | - | Yes |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
Daytime Running Lights | - | Yes |
LED headlight | - | Yes |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Yes |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| GLE-Class Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Defender Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Front Suspension | Mc Phersons Axle With Coil Spring Coil Springs& Twin-Tube Gas-Filled With Sdd/Coil Springs | Double Wishbones Coil Suspension |
Rear Suspension | Multi link independent suspensions with coil spring Single-tube gas-filled with SDD | Multi-link |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
Wheels | - | Alloy |
Spare Wheel | - | Alloy |
Front Tyre Size | R19 | 255/60 R20 |
Rear Tyre Size | R19 | 255/60 R20 |
Turning Radius | 5.9 meters | 5.65 meters |
Tyre Size Spare | 255/50 R19 | 255/65 R19 |
Wheels Size | R19 | R20 |
Instrumentation
| GLE-Class Instrumentation | Defender Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Low Fuel Level Warning | - | Yes |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | - | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital |
Shift Indicator | - | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Analogue - Digital |
Odometer | Analogue | Digital |
Avg fuel economy display | Yes | - |
Infotainment & Communication
| GLE-Class Infotainment & Communication | Defender Infotainment & Communication | |
|---|---|---|
Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
Infotainment Screen | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Display | Yes | Yes |
Touchscreen Size | - | 11.4 inches |
Bluetooth Compatibility | - | Yes |
Gesture Control | - | No |
Integrated Music System | - | Yes |
Speakers | - | 6+ |
AM/FM Radio | - | Yes |
USB Compatibility | - | Yes |
Wireless Charger | - | Yes |
Warranty
| GLE-Class Warranty | Defender Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 3 Years/Unlimited Kms | 3 Years/100000 kms |
Extended Warranty | Upto 6 years | 10 Years/100000 kms |
Engine & Transmission
| GLE-Class Engine & Transmission | Defender Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Engine Capacity | 1993 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Type | OM654 Turbocharged I4 | 2.0 Litre P300 Petrol Engine |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Cylinder Configuration | In-line | No |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Gears | 9 Speed | 8 |
Power | 265.52bhp@4200rpm | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm |
Torque | 550Nm@1800-2200rpm | 400 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm |
Battery Capacity | 1.2 kwh | - |
Fast Charging | No | No |
Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive (AWD) | AWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 14 kmpl | 14 kmpl |
Top Speed | 230 kmph | 191 kmph |
Comfort & Convenience
| GLE-Class Comfort & Convenience | Defender Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Ventilated Seats | - | Yes |
Ventilated Seats Type | - | Heated and cooled |
AC | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC Vents | - | Yes |
Automatic climate control | - | Yes |
Heater | - | Yes |
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors | - | Yes |
Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable steering | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
Leather streering wheels | - | Yes |
Drive Modes | Yes | - |
Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| GLE-Class Safety | Defender Safety | |
|---|---|---|
NCAP Rating | - | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) |
Airbags | 7 | 6 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | Yes |
Overspeed Warning | - | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph |
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Yes | Yes |
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) | Yes | Yes |
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist) | Yes | Yes |
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | Yes |
ASR / Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | Yes |
Lane Departure Warning | - | No |
Emergency Brake Light Flashing | - | Yes |
Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | - | Yes |
Rear Middle Head Rest | - | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| GLE-Class Dimensions & Capacity | Defender Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 4926 mm | 5018 mm |
Width | 2157 mm | 2105 mm |
Height | 1797 mm | 1967 mm |
Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 3022 mm |
Ground Clearance | 200 mm | 218 mm |
No. of Seats | 5 | 5 |
No. of Doors | 5 | 4 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 Litres | 89 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 6 Litres | 7 Litres |
Boot Space | 630 Litres | 397 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 2150 kg | 2186 kg |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class and Land Rover Defender
Safety
GLE-Class comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Central Locking, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror. Defender has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror.
Body
GLE-Class has doors and seats. It is an with 630 Litres boot space, 93 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 200 mm. It is 2157 mm wide, 1797 mm high and 4926 mm long. It has 2150 kg kerb weight and 2500 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Defender is an with doors and seats ,89 Litres fuel tank capacity, 397 Litres boot space, 218 mm ground clearance.It has 1967 mm height, 5018 mm length, 2105 mm width, and 2186 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class comes with All Wheel Drive (AWD) and 9 Speed Automatic transmission. And Defender comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission.
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Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class and Land Rover Defender FAQs
What is the on-road price of Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
The on-road price of Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is Rs. 1.17 Cr in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Land Rover Defender?
The on-road price of Land Rover Defender is Rs. 1.23 Cr in New Delhi.