Mercedes-Benz GLS vs BMW M5
GLS vs M5
Key Highlights | Mercedes-Benz GLS | BMW M5 |
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Price | Rs.1.32 Cr | Rs.1.99 Cr |
Engine Capacity | 2999 cc | 4395 cc |
Power | 375 bhp | 717 bhp @ 5600 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 10.1 kmpl | 49.75 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
GLS specifications | M5 specifications | |
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On Road Price | 1.57 Cr Price Breakup | 2.36 Cr Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
User Rating | 4.6 | - |
Boot Space (Litres) | 493 Litres | 530 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Engine Displacement | 2999 cc | 4395 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 375 bhp | 717 bhp @ 5600 rpm |
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Exterior
GLS Exterior | M5 Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | Panoramic | - |
Sunroof | Yes | No |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Rear Wiper | Yes | No |
Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
Bootlid Opener | Foot Trigger Opening/Automatic | Yes |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
Daytime Running Lights | LED | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Projector headlight | Yes | Yes |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
GLS Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | M5 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Independent, Double Wishbone, Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping | Adaptive Suspension with Double-Joint Spring Strut Front Axle |
Rear Suspension | Independent, Multi-link, Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping | Adaptive Suspension with Five Link Rear Axle |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Wheels | Alloy | Alloy |
Spare Wheel | Space Saver | Steel |
Front Tyre Size | 275/45 R21 | 275/35 R19 |
Rear Tyre Size | 315/40 R21 | 285/30 R20 |
Turning Radius | 6 meters | 6.1 meters |
Tyre Size Spare | 175/65 R15 | - |
Wheels Size | R21 | R19 |
Instrumentation
GLS Instrumentation | M5 Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Analogue | Digital |
Gear Indicator | - | Yes |
Shift Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Yes | Digital |
Speedometer | Yes | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Avg fuel economy display | - | Yes |
Infotainment & Communication
GLS Infotainment & Communication | M5 Infotainment & Communication | |
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Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
Infotainment Screen | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Display | Yes | Yes |
Touchscreen Size | 12.3 inch | 10.25 inches |
Display Screen for Rear Passengers | Yes | No |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Gesture Control | - | Optional |
Integrated Music System | Yes | Yes |
Speakers | 6 | 16 |
AM/FM Radio | - | Yes |
USB Compatibility | - | Yes |
Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
GLS Warranty | M5 Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | No | 3 Year/Unlimited kms |
Extended Warranty | 8 years or unlimited kilometers | - |
Engine & Transmission
GLS Engine & Transmission | M5 Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 2999 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Type | M256 Turbocharged I6 with Integrated Starter-Alternator | B58 Twin-Turbocharged I6 |
No. of Cylinders | 6 | 8 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Cylinder Configuration | No | DOHC |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Gears | 9 | 8 |
Power | 375 bhp | 717 bhp @ 5600 rpm |
Torque | 500 Nm | 650 Nm @ 2750 rpm |
Battery Capacity | 1.2 kwh | - |
Fast Charging | No | - |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 10 kmpl | 49.75 kmpl |
Top Speed | 250 kmph | 250 kmph |
Comfort & Convenience
GLS Comfort & Convenience | M5 Comfort & Convenience | |
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Ventilated Seats | Yes | Yes |
Ventilated Seats Type | - | Heated |
AC | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
Automatic climate control | Yes | Yes |
Heater | Yes | Yes |
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors | Driver & Co-Driver | 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 | 4 | 3 |
Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
Safety
GLS Safety | M5 Safety | |
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NCAP Rating | - | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) |
Airbags | 9 | 6 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | Yes |
Overspeed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph | 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 | Yes | No |
Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Head Rest | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
GLS Dimensions & Capacity | M5 Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 5209 mm | 4983 mm |
Width | 2157 mm | 1903 mm |
Height | 1823 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase | 3135 mm | 2982 mm |
Ground Clearance | 200 mm | 128 mm |
No. of Seats | 7 | 5 |
No. of Doors | 5 | 4 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 Litres | 59 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 8 Litres | - |
Boot Space | 493 Litres | 530 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 2460 kg | 1970 kg |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Pros & Cons
GLS Pros & Cons | M5 Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Mercedes-Benz GLS and BMW M5
Safety
GLS 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, Lane Departure Warning, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera, ADAS. M5 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, Reverse Camera, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror.
Body
GLS has doors and seats. It is an with 493 Litres boot space, 90 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 200 mm. It is 2157 mm wide, 1823 mm high and 5209 mm long. It has 2460 kg kerb weight and 3135 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, M5 is an with doors and seats ,59 Litres fuel tank capacity, 530 Litres boot space, 128 mm ground clearance.It has 1469 mm height, 4983 mm length, 1903 mm width, and 1970 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
Mercedes-Benz GLS comes with AWD and 9 Automatic transmission. And M5 comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission.