BMW i3S vs Mercedes Benz GLS-Class Comparison

Performance

Fuel Type	Electric	Petrol
Power	184 hp	367 hp
Torque	270 Nm	500 Nm
Acceleration	6.9 s	6.2 s
Top Speed	160 kmph	246 kmph
Engine Displacement	--	2999 cc
Fuel Consumption	--	10.86 kmpl
RPM At Max Power	--	5500-6100 RPM
RPM At Max Torque	--	1600-4500 RPM

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	260 L	--
Kerb Weight	1365 kg	2618 kg
Gross Weight	1730 kg	--
Length	3999 mm	5213 mm
Width	1775 mm	2157 mm
Height	1578 mm	1823 mm
Wheel Base	2570 mm	--
No Of Doors	4	5
Seating Capacity	4 Seats	7 Seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	--	90 L
Payload Capacity	--	612 kg

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Engine Details

Battery Type	Lithium-ion	--
Battery Capacity	42.2 kWh	--
Battery Voltage	353 V	--
Battery Weight	-	--
Cells and Modules	-	--
AC charging (0-100%)	4.3 h	--
DC Charging	32 mnt (up to 80 %)	--
Estimated Regular Charging Time	3-11 hrs	--
Emission	0 g/km	--
Power Consumption	14.7 kWh	--
Engine	--	3.0L Petrol Engine, In-line 6 Cylinder 24 Valve
No Of Cylinders	--	6
Valves Per Cylinder	--	4
Compression Ratio	--	10.5:1
Emission Norm Compliance	--	Euro 6

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Transmission

Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gear Box	Single Speed	9-Speed
Drive Type	--	AWD
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	--	Yes

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type	Discs	Ventillated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs	Discs
Front Suspension	Multi-Link	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-Link

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size	20 Inch	21 Inch
Tyre Size	175/55 R20	295/40 R21
Tyre Type	Radial	Runflat
Wheel Size	R20	R21

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Steering

Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Adjustable
Steering Type	Electric Power	Electric Power
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion

Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
EBD	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Advance Safety Feature	--	Lane Keep Assist Lane Keep Assist
Curtain Airbags	--	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	--	Yes
Knee Airbags	--	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	--	Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts	--	Yes
Rear Parking Sensors	--	Yes
360 Camera	--	Yes
Park Assist	--	Yes
Hill-Start Assist Control	--	Yes
Downhill Assist Control	--	Yes
Blind Spot monitor	--	Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks	--	Yes

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Security

Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	--	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Central Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	--	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	--	Yes
Power Windows Rear	--	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	--	Yes
Vanity Mirror	--	Yes
Trunk Light	--	Yes
Memory Seats	--	Yes
Head-Up Display	--	Yes
Wireless Charger	--	Yes

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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	LED LED	LED LED
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Rear Window Washer	--	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	--	Yes
Taillight Type	--	LED LED
Roof Carrier	--	No
Roof Rail	--	Yes
Sun Roof	--	Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	--	Yes
Tinted Glass	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	No
Voice Control	Yes	Yes
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Apple CarPlay Apple CarPlay	--
Display Size	--	12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto	--	Yes
Audio System	--	Burmester Sound System Burmester Sound System

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Interior

Ambient Light	--	Yes
Sun Visors	--	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	--	Yes

Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	No	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	No	--
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	No	--
Leather Seats	Yes	--
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	--
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	--	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	--	Yes
Seat Upholstery	--	Leather Leather

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Instrumentation

Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	--	Yes