Aston Martin DBX vs Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

The Aston Martin DBX features a 10.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Aston Martin DBX stands out with Apple CarPlay, heated front seats, ventilated seats and Bowers & Wilkins audio that you will not find on the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class. The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, Burmester audio and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Aston Martin DBX gets leather upholstery while the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class offers nappa leather. Climate control is 3-zone in the Aston Martin DBX and 4-zone in the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class.

The Aston Martin DBX uses a Twin-turbo petrol producing 405kW and 700Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 4.5 seconds.

The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class responds with a Petrol making 270kW and 500Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 5.9 seconds.

The Aston Martin DBX has the clear power advantage at 405kW vs 270kW. In the real-world sprint, the Aston Martin DBX is 1.4s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Aston Martin DBX measures 5,039mm long on a 3,060mm wheelbase, 168mm shorter than the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class at 5,207mm (3,135mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 632L in the Aston Martin DBX and 680L in the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class, giving the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class a 48L advantage. The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 2,700kg. That 800kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $4,076/year for the Aston Martin DBX and $2,993/year for the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class. That is a $1,083 annual difference in favour of the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class.

Estimated annual total: $4,076 (Aston Martin DBX) vs $2,993 (Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class). The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class saves you roughly $1,083 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 3 years (Aston Martin DBX) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class). The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class has longer coverage.