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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Mild Hybrid
N/A

Engine Displacement

4395 cc
3982 cc

Number of Cylinders

8

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Petrol

Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
Torque Converter

Number of Gears

8
9

Drive Layout

All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive

Max Engine Power

635 hp at 5855 - 7000 rpm
557hp at 6000-6500rpm

Max Engine Torque

750 Nm at 1800 - 5855 rpm
770Nm at 2500-5000rpm

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

Lockable Differential/s

Max Motor Power

22hp

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Direct Injection

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI

Official Fuel Economy

7.3 kmpl
8.5 kmpl

Auto Start/Stop

Fuel Tank Capacity

90 litres

0-100kph

4.9 s

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, Double Wishbone
Independent, Double Wishbone

Front Springs

Air Springs
Air Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Independent, Multi-link
Independent, Multilink

Rear Springs

Air Springs
Air Springs

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Front Brakes

Disc
Discs

Rear Brakes

Disc
Discs

Wheel Size

20 inches
22 inches

Front Tyre Size

275/60 R20
285/45 R22

Rear Tyre Size

275/60 R20
325/40 R22

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Steering Adjust type

Powered

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic

Turning Radius

6.27 m

Spare Wheel

Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

5003 mm
5205 mm

Width

2064 mm
2030 mm

Height

1995 mm
1838 mm

Wheelbase

3023 mm
3135 mm

Ground Clearance

323 mm
160 mm

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

786 - 1875 litres
520 litres

Doors

5
5

Kerb Weight

2825 kg

Comfort

12 Volt Port

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bottle Holder in Doors

Door Pockets

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Interior Lamps

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Power Windows

Front and Rear

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

All

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital

Glove Box

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

All

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

Push Button Start

Climate Control

4-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Power Outlet

Sunroof

Panoramic

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Cruise Control

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Safety

Overspeed Warning

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Airbags

9

Side Airbag

Curtain Airbag

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic

Driver Airbag

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Passenger Airbag

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto

Parking Sensors

Parking Camera

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

Exterior

ORVM turn indicators

Body Coloured Bumpers

Projector Headlamps

Headlight Type

LED

Daytime Running Lights

Front Fog Lamps

Interior

Speedometer

Digital

Tachometer

Digital

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Gear Indicator

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

Seat Material

Leather

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Front & Rear

Heated Seats

Massage Seats

Front Seat Armrest

Rear Seat Armrest

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Optional

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Powered

Rear Seat Backrest Split

Third Row Seats

Third Row Seats Fold

Third Row Seats Split

Seat Count

5

Entertainment

Audio System

CD Player

USB Input

AUX Input

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

11.6-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Apple CarPlay

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Satellite Navigation

On-board

Voice Commands

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Questions you may find useful

11w

Hello, I am planning to buy an SUV for around Rs 1.5 crore. My options are the Mercedes-Benz GLS, Land Rover Defender, Range Rover Sport, and Porsche Cayenne. Which one should I go for?

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11w

At this budget and with these options, there are many directions you could go, all of which have some distinct advantage. The easiest one is the Mercedes-Benz GLS, which offers maximum space for your money, including a third row of seats. It offers the choice of smooth six-cylinder petrol and diesel engines, and Mercedes has the widest sales and service network of all these brands, so you're in good hands. Do note that, of these SUVs, this is the most common, and its large size can make it cumbersome to drive around town.The Land Rover Defender could be seen as the best value for money, and the one that offers the most variety, including four- and six- cylinder engines, and various body styles and seating configurations. With a slight stretch in budget, you can even get a supercharged V8 engine, which is incredibly characterful. However, quality in this Land Rover car isn't quite as good as the rest, including its own sibling, the Range Rover Sport.The Sport will push your budget, and even then, it offers a 6-cylinder petrol or diesel in a single HSE trim. However, it is the most rounded offering, mixing sumptuous luxury with good dynamics and characterful engines, not to mention excellent badge value. If you can stretch your budget slightly, this is the one to get.The Porsche Cayenne is the one to choose only if you put driving above all else on your priority list. It is exciting from behind the wheel and is a high-quality, solidly engineered product that also has great badge value. However, its performance focus means it's not as comfortable or easy to drive at low speeds, and many seemingly basic features are optional extras, which means this Porsche car too will push the limits of your budget.Overall, the Range Rover Sport is the best bet for you, or if you want a bit more space, the Mercedes-Benz GLS.

VehicleMercedes-Benz GLS
VehicleLand Rover Defender
VehicleLand Rover Range Rover Sport
VehiclePorsche Cayenne