Ford Escape vs Mercedes-Benz GLS
Overview | |
MSRP$28,000 | MSRP$87,000 |
Listings1187 | Listings740 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
| Pros
Cons
|
Reviews SummaryReportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | |
Reviews SummaryAvailable in GLS 450, GLS 580, AMG GLS 63, and Maybach GLS model series, the 2024 Mercedes GLS offers something for anyone who can afford it. This year, minor styling modifications, fresh colors and trim, more standard equipment, enhanced off-roading technology, and a new version of its MBUX (Mercedes Benz User Experience) infotainment system update the large three-row SUV for 2024. The changes are welcome, improving an already appealing luxury vehicle. Verdict: Often, when you buy something expensive, it fails to meet expectations. That’s not the case with the terrific 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class. Yes, the price of entry is steep. But the gratification of living with one every day makes it worthwhile. | |
No video found | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine3.0L 375 hp I6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower375 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway24 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine Name3.0L 375 hp I6 |
Torque199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower375 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway24 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space37.5 cu ft | Cargo Space17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight3291 lbs | Curb Weight5467 lbs |
Height66.0 in | Height72.4 in |
Length180.1 in | Length205.0 in |
Width85.6 in | Width84.9 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase123.4 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1808 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7700 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $28,000 | $87,000 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.2 out of 10Read full review | 8.5 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
| Pros
Cons
|
Summary | Reportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | Available in GLS 450, GLS 580, AMG GLS 63, and Maybach GLS model series, the 2024 Mercedes GLS offers something for anyone who can afford it. This year, minor styling modifications, fresh colors and trim, more standard equipment, enhanced off-roading technology, and a new version of its MBUX (Mercedes Benz User Experience) infotainment system update the large three-row SUV for 2024. The changes are welcome, improving an already appealing luxury vehicle. Verdict: Often, when you buy something expensive, it fails to meet expectations. That’s not the case with the terrific 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class. Yes, the price of entry is steep. But the gratification of living with one every day makes it worthwhile. |
Video | No video found | |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 3.0L 375 hp I6 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | 375 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 24 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 3.0L 375 hp I6 |
Torque | 199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | 375 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 24 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 37.5 cu ft | 17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3291 lbs | 5467 lbs |
Height | 66.0 in | 72.4 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 205.0 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 84.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 123.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 1808 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 7700 lbs |
By: CarGurus + AI
At CarGurus, our team of experienced automotive writers remain at the heart of our content operation, conducting hands-on car tests and writing insightful guides that are backed by years of industry experience. To complement this, we are harnessing AI to make our content offering more diverse and more helpful to shoppers than ever. To achieve this, our AI systems are based exclusively on CarGurus content, ratings and data, so that what we produce is both unique to CarGurus, and uniquely helpful to car shoppers.
