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Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC
Suv · Diesel · AWD
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Ford Expedition Max XLT
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
Ford Expedition Max XLT
Car B
Ford Expedition Max XLT
Oriented toward road trips and family use, it prioritizes reliability and safety while scoring well on consumption. Best if you value dependable, practical transport over performance or cargo extremes.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety
Why compared same body typesame usage profile

Usage fit

Family 76 / 50
City 27 / 11
Budget / value 26 / 16
Road trip 78 / 63
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 = Ford Expedition Max XLT

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC Ford Expedition Max XLT
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.

Ford Expedition Max XLT

  • Prioritizes reliability for stress-free long drives
  • Emphasis on safety for family travel
  • Combined consumption of 7.9 supports efficient-for-its-class running
  • Practical and easy to live with day to day

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 Ford Expedition Max XLT if…
Performance & capability
Ford Expedition Max XLT is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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