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Mercedes-Benz GLS450 vs Porsche Macan Electric

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2027 Mercedes-Benz GLS450

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2027 Porsche Macan Electric

Overview

SpecMercedes-Benz GLS450GLS 450 4MATICPorsche Macan ElectricBase Electric
Selected trimGLS 450 4MATICBase Electric
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)electric
Transmission9-speed shiftable automatic1-speed direct drive
Engine typemild hybridelectric
Model year20272027

Pricing & market

SpecMercedes-Benz GLS450GLS 450 4MATICPorsche Macan ElectricBase Electric
MSRP$93,950$80,300 (best)
Lowest listing price—$95,342 (best)
Median listing price—$109,432 (best)
Highest listing price—$123,522 (best)
For sale now02 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMercedes-Benz GLS450GLS 450 4MATICPorsche Macan ElectricBase Electric
Combined MPG21 MPG (best)—
City MPG19 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG24 MPG (best)—
Fuel tank23.8 gal (best)—

Performance

SpecMercedes-Benz GLS450GLS 450 4MATICPorsche Macan ElectricBase Electric
Horsepower375 hp (best)335 hp
Torque413 lb-ft415 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3 L (best)—
CylindersI6—

Size & capability

SpecMercedes-Benz GLS450GLS 450 4MATICPorsche Macan ElectricBase Electric
Seating6 seats (best)5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume84.9 cu ft (best)—
Towing capacity7,700 lbs (best)4,409 lbs
Curb weight5,666 lbs5,004 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—7 in (best)
Wheelbase123.4 in (best)114 in
Length205.4 in (best)189 in
Width79 in (best)76 in
Height71.8 in (best)64 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMercedes-Benz GLS450GLS 450 4MATICPorsche Macan ElectricBase Electric
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimMercedes-Benz GLS450Porsche Macan Electric
1

GLS 450 4MATIC

$93,950 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base Electric

$80,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2—

4 Electric

$84,000 MSRP

3—

4S Electric

$89,900 MSRP

4—

GTS Electric

$105,300 MSRP

5—

Turbo Electric

$112,700 MSRP

Live inventory

Mercedes-Benz GLS450 vs Porsche Macan Electric FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 or 2027 Porsche Macan Electric?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 vs 2027 Porsche Macan Electric on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 or 2027 Porsche Macan Electric?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Porsche Macan Electric starts lower at $80,300. Live Porsche Macan Electric listings start at $95,342.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 or 2027 Porsche Macan Electric?
The 2027 Porsche Macan Electric leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (80,300).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 or 2027 Porsche Macan Electric?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 or 2027 Porsche Macan Electric?
The 2027 Porsche Macan Electric leads on horsepower in this comparison (576).
Which has better seats: 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 or 2027 Porsche Macan Electric?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 leads on seats in this comparison (6).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 or 2027 Porsche Macan Electric?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).