Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class vs Subaru Forester Comparison

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Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	8	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Engine	4.7 L	--
Compression Ratio	--	12.5

Transmission

Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gear Box	9-Speed	7 Speed
Drive Type	6.2 m	AWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	4663 cc	1995 cc
Power	455	156ps@6000rpm
Torque	700 Nm	196Nm@4000rpm
Acceleration	5.3 s	10.3
Mileage City	14.6 kmpl	--
Mileage Highway	8.8 kmpl	--
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Top Speed	250 kmph	193 kmph
Fuel Consumption	--	9.4 kmpl

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Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity	7 seats	5 seats
Length	5130 mm	4640
Width	1934 mm	1815
Height	1850 mm	1730
Wheel Base	3075 mm	2670
Front Tread	1655 mm	1565
Rear Tread	1675 mm	1570
No Of Doors	5	5
Kerb Weight	2445 kg	1551
Gross Weight	3250 kg	--
Front Headroom	1046 mm	--
Rear Headroom	1015 mm	--
Cargo Volume	--	1747L
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	--	63
Ground Clearance	--	220

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut type
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Double wishbone type
Shock Absorbers Type	Coil Spring	--
Rear Brake Type	Discs	Ventilated Disc
Front Brake Type	Discs	Ventilated Disc

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	19 Inch	18 Inch
Tyre Size	275/55 R19	225/55 R18
Tyre Type	Radial	Tubeless Redial
Wheel Size	R19	--

Steering

Steering Type	Power	Electric
Steering Column	Adjustable	--
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	--
Turning Radius	6.2 m	5.4
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	--

Miscellaneous

Emission Norm Compliance

Euro 4

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Security

Smart Access Card Entry	No	--
Central Locking	Yes	--
Power Door Locks	Yes	--
Anti Theft Device	Yes	--
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	--
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	--

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Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	--
Child Safety Locks	Yes	--
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	Yes	--
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	--
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	--
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	--
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	--
Rear Camera	Yes	--
Parking Sensors	Yes	Front & Rear Front & Rear
Crash Sensor	Yes	--
Engine Check Warning	Yes	--
Front Impact Beams	Yes	--
Side Impact Beams	Yes	--
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	--
Traction Control	Yes	--
Advance Safety Feature	--	High Beam Assist,Steering Responsive Headlights,Pre-Collision Braking System,Autonomous Emergency Steering,Lead Vehicle Start Alert,Pre-Collision Throttle Management,Hazard Avoidance,Vehicle Dynamics Control System High Beam Assist,Steering Responsive Headlights,Pre-Collision Braking System,Autonomous Emergency Steering,Lead Vehicle Start Alert,Pre-Collision Throttle Management,Hazard Avoidance,Vehicle Dynamics Control System
Lane Change Indicator	--	Yes
Hill Hold Assist	--	Yes

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration

DOHC DOHC

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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	--
Power Windows Rear	Yes	--
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	--
Adjustable Seats	Yes	--
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	--
Heated Seats - Front	Yes	--
On Board Computer	Yes	--
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	--
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	--
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	60:40 Split 60:40 Split
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	--
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	--
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	--
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	--
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	--
Bottle Holder	Yes	--
Folding Table Rear	Yes	--
Keyless Entry	Yes	--
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	--	Yes
Additional Features	--	Centre Console Box,8-way Power-adjustable Driver's Seat,One-touch Folding Switches Centre Console Box,8-way Power-adjustable Driver's Seat,One-touch Folding Switches
Power Boot	--	Yes
Memory Function Seat	--	Yes
Usb charger	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	--
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	--
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	--
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	--
Android Auto	--	Yes
Apple Carplay	--	Yes

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	--
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	--
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	--
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	--
Rear Window Washer	Yes	--
Wheel Covers	No	--
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	--
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Removable Convertible Top	No	--
Roof Carrier	No	--
Sun Roof	Yes	Yes
Side Stepper	Yes	--
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	--
Integrated Antenna	Yes	--
Chrome Grille	No	--
Chrome Garnish	Yes	--
Roof Rail	Yes	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	--
Fog Lights Front	--	Yes
Moon Roof	--	Yes
LED DRL	--	Yes
Additional Features	--	Centre Console Box,8-way Power-adjustable Driver's Seat,One-touch Folding Switches Centre Console Box,8-way Power-adjustable Driver's Seat,One-touch Folding Switches

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	--
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	--
Leather Seats	Yes	--
Fabric Upholstery	No	--
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	--
Digital Odometer	Yes	--
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	--
Headlamp Type	LED LED	LED LED
Digital Clock	--	Yes
Additional Features	--	Centre Console Box,8-way Power-adjustable Driver's Seat,One-touch Folding Switches Centre Console Box,8-way Power-adjustable Driver's Seat,One-touch Folding Switches

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