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Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC
Suv · Diesel · AWD
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Toyota 4Runner SR5
Suv · Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC
Car A
Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC
A premium 7-seat AWD diesel built for long-distance travel and large families, the GLS 400d 4MATIC blends strong torque, respectable efficiency, and generous cargo space. Best for road trips over tight-city or budget-focused use.
7 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety7.4 L/100kmAWD
Toyota 4Runner SR5
Car B
Toyota 4Runner SR5
A reliability- and safety-focused choice that suits road trips and compact-family duties, with efficiency that helps on longer drives. Not the pick for performance thrills or heavy cargo needs.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety
Why compared same body typesame usage profile

Usage fit

Family 76 / 50
City 27 / 11
Budget / value 26 / 17
Road trip 78 / 60
Performance 36 / 0
Cargo 49 / 8
Practical 48 / 30
Premium 66 / 24
Winter 80 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC · Orange = Toyota 4Runner SR5

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC Toyota 4Runner SR5
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC

  • Seven seats and a 640‑liter trunk suit family travel and luggage.
  • Diesel efficiency at 7.4 l/100 km is efficient for its class on long runs.
  • 700 Nm torque and 6.3 s 0–100 km/h support confident passing and merging.
  • AWD traction adds confidence for winter and mixed-road conditions.

Toyota 4Runner SR5

  • Prioritizes reliability, with safety as a close second
  • Efficient for its class, supported by a 7.9 combined consumption figure
  • Well-suited to road trips and compact-family duties
  • Practical everyday usability

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC uses 7.4 L/100km vs 7.9 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Toyota 4Runner SR5 if…
Performance & capability
Toyota 4Runner SR5 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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