2023 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 | NewCars.com

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2023 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 Review

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2023 Lincoln
Aviator

MSRP*: $53,340 to $90,280
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Picture of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450

2022 Mercedes-Benz
GLS 450

MSRP*: $77,850
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MPG - City 17 - 18 MPG 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 77.7 ft3 84.7 ft3
Engine
  • 400-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 494-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 362-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 400 - 494 hp 362 hp
Towing Capacity 5,600 - 6,700 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 199.3 in 205.0 in
Exterior Width 82.3 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 43.0 in
Rear 40.1 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.5 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.7 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 40.2 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 than in the Lincoln Aviator, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Lincoln Aviator will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Lincoln Aviator will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

Dimensions
Since the Lincoln Aviator is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. The Lincoln Aviator is slightly shorter than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, which may make it easier to park.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Lincoln Aviator greatly out-muscles the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Lincoln Aviator does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

Utility
The Lincoln Aviator offers greater seating capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Lincoln Aviator has less cargo space than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.