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The 2026 Range Rover offers 500 lbs more towing capacity than the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 and adds a plug-in hybrid option that is not available for the GLS. The standard Range Rover engine also delivers 20 more horsepower and 37 more lb-ft of torque than the GLS 450 engine. This page compares both vehicles by category, with current inventory available at Land Rover Clear Lake.
The 2026 Range Rover may suit clients who want terrain-focused capability, a plug-in hybrid powertrain, and several performance options within one nameplate. The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS may suit clients who prioritize maximum third-row cargo space, a familiar German luxury technology ecosystem, and a slightly longer body for rear-passenger legroom. Both vehicles share the same warranty terms and EPA fuel economy ratings with their standard engines, so the primary differences are capability, powertrain selection, and character.
| Specification | 2026 Range Rover | 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 mild hybrid | 3.0L inline-6 turbo mild hybrid |
| Horsepower | 395 hp | 375 hp |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Standard 4WD | 4MATIC fully variable AWD |
| EPA city/highway | 19 / 24 mpg | 19 / 24 mpg |
| Towing capacity | 8,200 lbs | 7,700 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 11 in | 8.5 in |
| Length | 198.9 in | 205.0 in |
| Height | 73.6 in | 71.8 in |
| Seating | 7 | 7 |
| Cargo behind third row | 8.7 cu ft | 17.4 cu ft |
| Maximum cargo | 40.9 cu ft | 84.7 cu ft |
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| PHEV available | Yes (P550e) | No |
Range Rover enters 2026 with several powertrain choices. The standard P400 produces 395 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque. Clients who want electrification can select the P550e PHEV within the Range Rover model range. At the top of the range, the P615 SV delivers the highest available Range Rover output.
The GLS 450 produces 375 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque from its 3.0L mild hybrid inline-6. Its 9G-TRONIC 9-speed transmission adds one additional ratio compared with the 8-speed Range Rover transmission. The GLS 580 steps up to a 4.0L V8 with 510 hp, and the AMG GLS 63 reaches 603 hp.
Range Rover is rated to tow up to 8,200 lbs, compared with 7,700 lbs across all three GLS variants. For clients who tow trailers, boats, or equestrian equipment in the Houston area and beyond, that 500-lb difference may be relevant. Range Rover also carries up to 1,465 lbs of payload in the P615 SV Black configuration.
Range Rover includes Terrain Response with five selectable driving modes, including a dedicated Wade mode for water crossings up to a specified depth. The system integrates four-wheel drive and air suspension settings to support different terrain conditions. The GLS offers an OFFROAD menu and a Transparent Hood feature for additional visibility and vehicle control away from paved roads.
The GLS provides more cargo volume on paper. With 17.4 cu ft behind the third row and a maximum of 84.7 cu ft with all rows folded, the GLS offers more space than the 8.7 cu ft behind the third row and 40.9 cu ft maximum in Range Rover. Clients who regularly use the third row while carrying luggage may find this difference relevant.
Range Rover is shorter at 198.9 inches, compared with 205 inches for the GLS. The shorter body contributes to the cargo difference but can also make Range Rover easier to position in urban environments and tighter parking areas in Friendswood and the surrounding Houston region.
Range Rover is taller at 73.6 inches, compared with 71.8 inches for the GLS, supporting an elevated driving position. Long Wheelbase variants and the availability of five-seat or seven-seat configurations across multiple models provide flexibility in how clients use the cabin.
Interior materials range from premium leather to the curated SV specification, which offers bespoke finishes beyond the standard options list. The GLS provides its own selection of premium materials, with MANUFAKTUR personalization available at the upper end of the lineup.
Both vehicles include a comprehensive standard safety suite. Range Rover includes forward collision warning with pedestrian and bicyclist detection, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assistance, blind-spot intervention, rear cross-traffic alert, road-sign recognition, automated parking, a 360-degree camera system, and front and rear parking sensors.
The GLS 450 includes forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, Active Brake Assist with Cross-Traffic Function, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Lane Change Assist, Active Stop-and-Go Assist, blind-spot intervention, front cross-traffic alert, Evasive Steering Assist, road-sign recognition, a driver-attention monitor, a surround-view camera system, and a self-parking feature.
One distinction is the inclusion of bicyclist detection in the standard Range Rover forward-collision system. The published standard GLS specification references pedestrian detection at the base-model level.
Range Rover includes a 13.1-inch touchscreen, a digital instrument panel, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone charging, and an 11-speaker Meridian sound system with a 22-speaker system available. The GLS offers a 12.3-inch touchscreen running MBUX with augmented-reality navigation, a matching 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a standard Burmester surround-sound system, and voice control through the “Hey Mercedes” interface.
Rear-wheel steering is standard on Range Rover, supporting low-speed maneuverability and high-speed stability. Adjustable-height air suspension is also standard across the model range, allowing the vehicle to raise for off-road use or lower for easier entry and highway efficiency.
The GLS 450 includes AIRMATIC air suspension with Adaptive Damping as standard. Four-zone automatic climate control is standard on the GLS 450, while the GLS 580 adds five-zone climate control. Range Rover offers three-zone climate control on SE models and four-zone climate control on SV and SV Black.
2026 Range Rover safety features and technology specifications
Range Rover and the GLS carry the same warranty structure: 4 years or 50,000 miles for both basic and powertrain coverage. Neither vehicle has a warranty advantage based on these terms.
The Range Rover P400 and GLS 450 both return 19 city / 24 highway / 21 combined mpg according to EPA ratings. The P550e PHEV adds a plug-in hybrid option that can reduce fuel use for clients with regular access to a charging point. The GLS does not offer a plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Standard content on the Range Rover SE includes a panoramic moonroof, Meridian audio, rear-wheel steering, air suspension, and the Terrain Response suite without requiring additional option packages. The GLS 450 includes comparable equipment at its entry level, although several comfort and technology features require optional packages or model upgrades.
Available Range Rover powertrains include the P400 mild hybrid, P550e PHEV, P530, and P615 SV. This selection allows clients to choose their preferred level of efficiency and performance within one model. The GLS range progresses from the GLS 450 to the GLS 580 and AMG GLS 63 for higher power outputs.
For clients in Friendswood and across the Houston area, Range Rover brings together 8,200 lbs of towing capacity, PHEV availability, standard air suspension, and terrain-focused technology in one model range.
The 2026 Range Rover is available at Land Rover Clear Lake, serving Friendswood and the wider Houston area. Current inventory includes SE and Autobiography models, with Standard Wheelbase and Long Wheelbase configurations available. Contact the team to confirm availability for a specific model, including the P550e PHEV and P615 SV.
Yes. The 2026 Range Rover is rated to tow up to 8,200 lbs, compared with 7,700 lbs for all three GLS variants. The difference is 500 lbs.
Yes. The P550e is a plug-in hybrid model. The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS does not offer a PHEV powertrain.
Range Rover uses a 13.1-inch touchscreen. The GLS 450 uses a 12.3-inch MBUX touchscreen. Both support wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard.
The GLS provides 84.7 cu ft of maximum cargo volume, compared with 40.9 cu ft in Range Rover. Behind the third row with all seats occupied, the GLS provides 17.4 cu ft, compared with 8.7 cu ft in Range Rover.
Yes. The 2026 Range Rover and 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS are both available in seven-seat configurations.
Yes. Both vehicles carry a 4-year/50,000-mile basic warranty and a 4-year/50,000-mile powertrain warranty.
Both return EPA ratings of 19 city / 24 highway / 21 combined mpg with their standard 3.0L mild hybrid inline-6 engines.
Range Rover includes Terrain Response with five driver-selectable modes, including a dedicated Wade mode, along with standard adjustable-height air suspension and 11 inches of ground clearance. The GLS offers an OFFROAD menu and Transparent Hood feature, while Range Rover integrates its terrain modes with the four-wheel-drive and air-suspension systems.