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Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 PHEV vs Mercedes-Benz GLS

Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic vs 450 4MATIC Petrol 3.0L Turbo Automatic: side-by-side India matchup with full specs and features.

Nearby budgets (12.5% gap) Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC Petrol 3.0L Turbo Automatic is priced lower

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Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 PHEV
Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 PHEV Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic
Mercedes-Benz GLS
Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC Petrol 3.0L Turbo Automatic
Ex-showroom price ₹1,45,00,000 ₹1,27,90,271
Variant Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic 450 4MATIC Petrol 3.0L Turbo Automatic
Brand Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model AMG E53 PHEV GLS
Body type Sedan SUV
Powertrain PHEV ICE
Engine / battery 2999 cc 2999 cc
Transmission Automatic (TC) Automatic (TC)
Fuel type Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Petrol
Primary specs 2999 cc · Automatic (TC) · Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) 2999 cc · Automatic (TC) · Petrol
Price difference Gap ₹17,09,729 · 12.5% Higher Lower

Full specifications

All published specs for these variants · differences highlighted

Specification Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 PHEV Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC Petrol 3.0L Turbo Automatic
Engine/Battery/Motor Performance
Fuel Type Plug-in Hybrid Petrol
Engine Type 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 PHEV M256 Turbocharged I6 with Integrated Starter-Alternator
Engine 2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC 2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Max Power (bhp@rpm) 577 bhp (Combined Engine & Motor), 442 bhp (Engine), 161 bhp (Motor) 375 bhp @ 5800 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm) 750 Nm 500 Nm @ 1800 rpm
Turbocharger/ Supercharger Turbocharged Turbocharged (Variable Geometry)
Emission Standard BS6 Phase 2 BS6 Phase 2
Battery Lithium Ion, 21.2 kWh Not specified
Electric Motor Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors Not specified
Top Speed 250 kmph 250 kmph
Acceleration 0-100 km/h in 4 seconds (claimed) 0-100 km/h in 6.1 seconds (claimed)
Specifications
Power 255 hp Not specified
Battery Charging & Range
DC Fast Charging 10-80 % : 20 mins, 60 kW charger Not specified
AC Fast Charging 0 - 100 % : 2 hrs 15 mins, 11 kW charger Not specified
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Drivetrain AWD AWD
Chassis Type Unibody/Monocoque Frame Not specified
Four-Wheel-Drive Not specified Torque-On-Demand
Suspension
Front Suspension Double-wishbone Independent, Double Wishbone, Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping
Rear Suspension Multi-link Independent, Multi-link, Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping
Advanced Suspension Features No Ride Height Adjustment
Capacity & Dimensions
Length *Width *Height 4965 mm * 2065 mm * 1472 mm 5209 mm * 2157 mm * 1823 mm
Wheelbase 1472 mm 3135 mm
Kerb Weight 2390 kg 2460 kg
Seating Capacity 5 Seats and 2 Rows 7 Seats and 3 Rows
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 litres 90 litres
Doors 4 Doors 5 Doors
Minimum Turning Radius 6.2 metres 6 metres
Gross Weight 2920 kg Not specified
Tyre & Wheels
Wheels Alloy Wheels Alloy Wheels
Front Tyres 20 275 / 45 R21
Rear Tyres 20 315 / 40 R21
Spare Wheel & Tyre Not specified Space Saver
Tyres Not specified Radial - Tubeless Tyres
ADAS & Active Safety
ADAS Level 2 Not specified
Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.)
Second Row Middle Seat Safety Not specified Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Doors, Mirrors & Wipers
Exterior Door Body Coloured Door Handles Body Coloured Door Handles
Fuel Fillers Lid Capless Not specified
Interior Door Handles Finish Not specified Chrome
Storage
Bootspace 370 L 355 L
Seating & Ergonomics
Rear Passenger Seat Type Bench Bench
Infotainment & Entertainment
Input Methods Not specified Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), AUX Compatibility
Antenna Not specified Roof-Mounted Antenna
Instrument Cluster
Fuel Consumption Not specified Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning
Overview
Fuel Type Plug-in Hybrid Petrol
Transmission Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Seating Capacity 5 Seats and 2 Rows 7 Seats and 3 Rows
Dimensions
Boot Space 370 L 355 L
Dimensions (L x W x H) 4965 x 2065 x 1472 mm 5209 x 2157 x 1823 mm
Height 1472 mm 1823 mm
Length 4965 mm 5209 mm
Width 2065 mm 2157 mm
Wheelbase 1472 mm 3135 mm
Engine
Displacement 2999 cc 2999 cc
Horsepower Not specified 375 bhp
Torque Not specified 500 Nm
Engine Performance
Fuel Type Plug-in Hybrid Petrol
Engine Type 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 PHEV M256 Turbocharged I6 with Integrated Starter-Alternator
Engine 2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC 2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Max Power (bhp@rpm) 577 bhp (Combined Engine & Motor), 442 bhp (Engine), 161 bhp (Motor) 375 bhp @ 5800 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm) 750 Nm 500 Nm @ 1800 rpm
Turbocharger/ Supercharger Turbocharged Turbocharged (Variable Geometry)
Emission Standard BS6 Phase 2 BS6 Phase 2
Top Speed 250 kmph 250 kmph
Acceleration 0-100 km/h in 4 seconds (claimed) 0-100 km/h in 6.1 seconds (claimed)
Brakes
Brakes Not specified Ventilated Disc (Front & Rear)
Wheels and Tyres
Recommended Tyre Pressure Not specified Front 29 psi · Rear 29 psi (cold)
Design & Styling
Wrappings Not specified Wrapped Steering Wheel
Scuff Plates Not specified Metallic
Exhaust Not specified Chrome Finish

Features & equipment

Present / absent across these trims · never invented

Feature Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 PHEV Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC Petrol 3.0L Turbo Automatic
Safety
Airbags 8 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, Front Centre) Yes
Seatbelts Yes Not available
ABS Yes Yes
Driver Attention Warning Yes Not available
ISOFIX Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Emergency Brake Light Flashing Yes Yes
EBD Not available Yes
Brake Assist Not available Yes
Traction Control Not available Yes
Vehicle Stability Control Not available Yes
Hill Start Assist Not available Yes
Downhill Assist Control Not available Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking Not available Yes
Blind Spot Monitor Not available Yes
Immobilizer Not available Yes
Child Lock Not available Yes
NCAP Safety Rating Not available Yes
TPMS Not available Yes
Emergency Call Not available Yes
Whiplash Protection Seats Not available Yes
Tire Repair Kit Not available Not available
Door Ajar Warning Not available Yes
Exterior
Auto High Beam Yes Yes
Heated Side Mirrors Yes Not available
Body-Colored Bumpers Yes Yes
Body Kit Not available Not available
Automatic Headlights Not available Yes
Headlight Height Adjuster Not available Yes
Sunroof Not available Yes
Roof Rails Not available Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers Not available Yes
Rear Wiper Not available Yes
Rear Defogger Not available Yes
Follow Me Home Headlights Not available Yes
Puddle Lights Not available Yes
Infotainment
Digital Instrument Cluster Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness Yes
Speakers Yes 6+ Speakers
Heads-Up Display Yes Not available
Trip Meter Yes Yes
Touchscreen Display Not available Yes
Navigation Not available Yes
Voice Control Not available Yes
Wireless Charger Not available Yes
AM/FM Radio Not available Yes
Amazon Alexa Not available Not available
Connected Services Not available Yes
OTA Updates Not available Yes
Gesture Control Not available Not available
Gear Indicator Not available Yes
Comfort
Central Locking Yes Not available
Seat Material Yes Yes
Rear Folding Seats Not available Not available
Armrest Yes Yes
Heater Not available Yes
Cruise Control Not available Yes
Push Button Start Not available Yes
Cup Holders Not available Yes
Steering Wheel Controls Not available Yes
Remote Engine Start Not available Yes
Sunglass Holder Not available Yes
Cabin Boot Access Not available Yes
Front Seatback Pockets Not available Yes
Headlight Ignition Reminder Not available Yes

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