Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door vs Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC 5.9 s Runner-up: 7.0 s
Power winner Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC 362 hp Runner-up: 330 hp
Cargo winner Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC 680 L Runner-up: 628 L
Price winner Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door $48,615 Runner-up: $88,500

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door against the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.9 seconds, compared with 7.0 seconds for 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC has the higher listed output at 362 hp; 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door is rated at 330 hp, a difference of 32 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door at 563 Nm and 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC at 500 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC has the lower recorded consumption at 10.6 L/100km; 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door is listed at 12.4 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 680 litres versus 628 litres, a difference of 52 litres. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC carries the higher towing rating at 3,500 kg, while 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door is listed at 1,588 kg. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC is 394 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door has the lower listed starting price at $48,615, compared with $88,500 for 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC2025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.0 s5.9 s
Top Speed175 km/h245 km/h
Power330 hp362 hp
Torque563 Nm500 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank80 L90 L
Efficiency12.4 L/100km10.6 L/100km
CO2 Emissions283 g/km242 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,813 mm5,207 mm
Ground Clearance267 mm195 mm
Cargo628 L680 L
Curb Weight2,195 kg2,420 kg
Towing1,588 kg3,500 kg
Seats57
Turning Circle12.4 m12.5 m
Starting MSRP$48,615$88,500

Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door vs Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC?

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.9 seconds, versus 7.0 seconds for 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC?

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC has the higher listed top speed at 245 km/h (152 mph), compared with 175 km/h (109 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC?

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC has more power at 362 hp, a 32 hp advantage over 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC?

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC has more listed cargo space at 680 litres (24.0 cu ft), versus 628 litres (22.2 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC?

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC has the higher listed towing capacity at 3,500 kg (7,716 lb), compared with 1,588 kg (3,501 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC?

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC is heavier at 2,420 kg (5,335 lb), while 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door is listed at 2,195 kg (4,839 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC?

2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $48,615 USD, compared with $88,500 USD for 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC?

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS 450 4MATIC leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.