2023 Maserati Levante vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 Review

Picture of the 2023 Maserati Levante

2023 Maserati
Levante

MSRP*: $87,600 to $161,400
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLS 450

MSRP*: $87,000
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MPG - City 13 - 16 MPG 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 20 - 22 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 57.4 ft3 84.7 ft3
Engine
  • 345-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 424-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 550-hp, 3.8-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 580-hp, 3.8-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 345 - 580 hp 375 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 197.0 - 197.6 in 205.0 in
Exterior Width 77.4 - 77.5 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 in
Head Room Info not available 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

Convenience
With the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Maserati Levante, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). The Maserati Levante will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Maserati Levante is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Maserati Levante is slightly shorter than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, which may make it easier to park.

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

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

Utility
The Maserati Levante has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, making the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Maserati Levante has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.