2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS vs 2021 BMW X5
Overview | |
MSRP$76,000 | MSRP$59,400 |
Listings13 | Listings59 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS Reviews SummaryThe “S” in the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS name is meant to connect the SUV to the S-Class flagship sedan. In this sense, the GLS is the S-Class of SUVs, and it delivers on that positioning. The 2021 GLS-Class has three rows of spacious seating, and puts comfort above all else. The GLS can hold groceries, weekend bags, antique desks purchased from a roadside consignment shop—all things that would require a lot of negotiating in the S-Class sedan. The GLS is one member of a growing fraternity of full-size, three-row, luxury SUVs. Their ranks include the Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator, Infiniti QX80, and the more recent BMW X7. The GLS sets itself apart with a higher standard of luxury, and impressive performance… if you’re willing to shell out the cash. | |
2021 BMW X5 Reviews SummaryThe BMW X5 was fully redesigned for the 2019 model year. In 2020, high-performance models were added to the mix and for 2021, the SUV’s second-generation plug-in hybrid variant joins the family. All feature similar body design and utility, including a large cargo area. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 362 hp I6 | Engine3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower362 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway24 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 362 hp I6 | Engine Name3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Torque369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower362 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway24 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space17.4 cu ft | Cargo Space33.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight5467 lbs | Curb Weight4828 lbs |
Height72.4 in | Height68.7 in |
Length205.0 in | Length194.3 in |
Width84.9 in | Width87.3 in |
Wheelbase123.4 in | Wheelbase117.1 in |
Maximum Payload1808 lbs | Maximum Payload974 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7700 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7209 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $76,000 | $59,400 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | The “S” in the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS name is meant to connect the SUV to the S-Class flagship sedan. In this sense, the GLS is the S-Class of SUVs, and it delivers on that positioning. The 2021 GLS-Class has three rows of spacious seating, and puts comfort above all else. The GLS can hold groceries, weekend bags, antique desks purchased from a roadside consignment shop—all things that would require a lot of negotiating in the S-Class sedan. The GLS is one member of a growing fraternity of full-size, three-row, luxury SUVs. Their ranks include the Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator, Infiniti QX80, and the more recent BMW X7. The GLS sets itself apart with a higher standard of luxury, and impressive performance… if you’re willing to shell out the cash. | The BMW X5 was fully redesigned for the 2019 model year. In 2020, high-performance models were added to the mix and for 2021, the SUV’s second-generation plug-in hybrid variant joins the family. All feature similar body design and utility, including a large cargo area. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 362 hp I6 | 3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 362 hp @ 5500 rpm | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 24 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 362 hp I6 | 3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Torque | 369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 362 hp @ 5500 rpm | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 24 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 17.4 cu ft | 33.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5467 lbs | 4828 lbs |
Height | 72.4 in | 68.7 in |
Length | 205.0 in | 194.3 in |
Width | 84.9 in | 87.3 in |
Wheelbase | 123.4 in | 117.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1808 lbs | 974 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7700 lbs | 7209 lbs |
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