2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS

$83,700 · Crossover

$90,250 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Choosing between the 2025 Range Rover Sport (car1) and the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS (car2) often boils down to balancing prestige, size, and budget. If you're looking to save upfront, car1 offers a substantial $6,550 lower MSRP at $83,700 compared to the GLS's $90,250. However, the GLS is significantly larger, boasting a length of 205.0 inches versus the Range Rover Sport's 194.7 inches, making it potentially better for larger families needing space. Performance metrics are close; car1 delivers 355 hp, slightly trailing car2's 375 hp, yet both offer the same 369 lb-ft of torque. Fuel economy is nearly identical, with car1 edging out slightly at 22 combined MPG compared to car2's 21 combined MPG, even though car1 recommends premium fuel while car2 requires it.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport is significantly shorter at 194.7 inches, making it easier to maneuver and park in tighter urban environments.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS

The Mercedes-Benz GLS offers a much larger overall footprint, being 10.3 inches longer, which typically translates to better interior room for passengers and cargo.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS

With 375 horsepower available, the Mercedes-Benz GLS provides a slight edge in raw power output over the Range Rover Sport's 355 horsepower.

💰 Best Value

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport starts $6,550 cheaper than the GLS while offering better combined fuel economy at 22 MPG versus 21 MPG.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Sport if...

Your budget is firm and you want to save $6,550 on the initial purchase price.
You prioritize slightly better fuel efficiency, achieving 22 combined MPG versus 21 MPG in the competitor.
You prefer a more agile profile, as the Range Rover Sport is nearly 10 inches shorter in length.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLS if...

Maximum interior space is critical, evidenced by the GLS's significantly larger vehicle dimensions (205.0 inches long).
You need the extra power bump, as the GLS offers 375 horsepower compared to car1's 355 hp.
You want the confidence of the 9-speed automatic transmission over the 8-speed found in the Range Rover Sport.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Range Rover Sport	Mercedes-Benz GLS
Length	194.7"	205.0"
Width	79.0"	79.9"
Height	71.7"	71.8"
Wheelbase	118.0"	123.4"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	3.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 6	inline 6
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	355 hp @ 5500 rpm	375 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque	369 lb-ft @ 1570 rpm	369 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Number of Valves	24	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	four wheel drive	all wheel drive
4WD System Type	Full Time	—
Transfer Case Gearing	Electronic Single-Speed	—
Center Differential Type	Locking	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/25 MPG	19/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	476.0/595.0 mi.	452.2/571.2 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	23.8 gal.	23.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
Infotainment Display	13.1 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	400W	590W
Speaker System	15	13
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	6 months
Video Monitor	✓	—
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Burmester
Subwoofer Count	—	2
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
Front Head Room	38.8 in.	39.4 in.
Front Leg Room	40.3 in.	40.3 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Captain's Chairs	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	16-way	10-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	16-way	10-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	3	3
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Front Shoulder Room	—	59.3 in.
Front Hip Room	—	60.8 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
Rear Head Room	39.0 in.	40.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.8 in.	41.9 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Rear Shoulder Room	—	58.5 in.
Rear Hip Room	—	60.0 in.
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	21 in	21 x 11.0 in.
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	275/50R21	315/40R21
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy

Suspension

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	6 yr./ 62000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport and 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS.

How much difference in size is there between the 2025 Range Rover Sport and the 2026 GLS?

The Mercedes-Benz GLS is substantially larger; it measures 205.0 inches long, which is 10.3 inches more than the Range Rover Sport's 194.7 inches in length. This extra length generally means more interior volume for occupants.

Is the fuel economy significantly different between these two SUVs?

Not dramatically, but the Range Rover Sport edges out the competition by achieving 22 combined MPG versus the GLS's 21 combined MPG. Keep in mind car1 only recommends premium fuel, while car2 requires it.

Which vehicle offers more usable space behind the second row?

The provided specifications show the Range Rover Sport having superior cargo capacity at 31.9 cubic feet compared to the GLS’s 17.4 cubic feet. This suggests the Range Rover Sport is more practical for hauling luggage when seating rows are in use.

What is the performance gap between the base engines?

The 2026 GLS leads slightly with 375 horsepower, while the 2025 Range Rover Sport produces 355 horsepower; however, they share the exact same torque output of 369 lb-ft.

Considering the price difference, is the Range Rover Sport a better value proposition?

Yes, the Range Rover Sport undercuts the GLS by $6,550, making it the superior choice for value, especially since its MPG ratings are slightly better.

Do both vehicles use similar types of drivetrains?

Both models feature sophisticated all-weather capability; the Range Rover Sport uses a Four-Wheel Drive system, whereas the Mercedes-Benz GLS employs an All-Wheel Drive system paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission.