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Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC
Suv · Diesel · AWD
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Toyota Land Cruiser 100
Suv · Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC
Car A
Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC
A seven-seat AWD diesel that blends strong torque and efficient-for-its-class fuel use with generous cargo space, making it well-suited to large families and long trips. Its premium price and size make it less ideal for city-focused buyers.
7 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety7.5 L/100km286 hpAWD
Toyota Land Cruiser 100
Car B
Toyota Land Cruiser 100
The Toyota Land Cruiser 100 is a reliability-focused, 8-seat V8 that prioritizes space and long-distance usability for large families. Strong performance and cargo room suit road trips, but high fuel use and price limit appeal for city and budget-focused buyers.
8 seatsSuvGasoline4-star safety
Why compared cross branddifferent powertrainsame body typesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 83 / 80
City 27 / 15
Budget / value 25 / 30
Road trip 82 / 67
Performance 35 / 31
Cargo 59 / 49
Practical 53 / 54
Premium 66 / 43
Winter 80 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC · Orange = Toyota Land Cruiser 100

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC Toyota Land Cruiser 100
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC

  • Seven seats and an 825 L boot support family life and road trips.
  • 7.5 L/100 km combined consumption is efficient for its class.
  • 286 hp and 600 Nm (0–100 km/h in 6.3 s) give confident overtaking when loaded.
  • 4MATIC AWD adds traction for winter and mixed conditions.

Toyota Land Cruiser 100

  • Seats up to 8 with a generous 600 L trunk for family trips.
  • Ranks highly for reliability in its segment.
  • V8 output (249 hp, 650 Nm) delivers confident acceleration (0–100 km/h in 8.5 s).
  • Capable highway pace with a 200 km/h top speed.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC uses 7.5 L/100km vs 14.2 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Toyota Land Cruiser 100 if…
Performance & capability
Toyota Land Cruiser 100 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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