2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs 2023 BMW X5
Overview | |
MSRP$57,700 | MSRP$61,600 |
Average price$92,012 | Average price$79,234 |
Listings53 | Listings29 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE Reviews SummaryA subtle refresh for the 2024 model year (launched in 2023) keeps the popular Mercedes sport-utility competitive against a wide roster of rivals, which include the BMW X5, Genesis GV70, Cadillac XT6, Acura MDX, and Volvo XC90, to name just a few. Changes between the previous GLE and the 2024 model year consist primarily of a subtle redesign of the front grille (look closely and you’ll see it's now filled with tiny Mercedes-Benz star logos), reprofiled headlights and taillights, an updated infotainment system, and optional off-road-themed air suspension system that can raise the GLE 3 centimetres to clear obstacles. It can also shimmy this Mercedes sport-ute back and forth to help get it unstuck over tricky terrain. Specific to our testing purposes, the 2024 GLE also ushers in a new plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variant called the GLE 450e 4Matic. As the last part of the name suggests, like every 2024 GLE, all-wheel drive (AWD) is fitted as standard. Yet the big news is what’s under the hood of this new model, namely a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder paired with an electric motor and 23.3-kWh lithium-ion battery pack. While fully electrified vehicles presently grab the most automotive headlines, a week spent on a test drive of the GLE 450e highlighted how easily this luxurious PHEV sport-utility adapts to all sorts of driving situations. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Torque273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | Torque330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space33.3 cu ft | Cargo Space33.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight4608 lbs | Curb Weight4828 lbs |
Height70.7 in | Height68.7 in |
Length194.3 in | Length194.3 in |
Width84.9 in | Width87.3 in |
Wheelbase117.9 in | Wheelbase117.1 in |
Maximum Payload1455 lbs | Maximum Payload1014 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5950 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7209 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $57,700 | $61,600 |
Average price | $92,012 | $79,234 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.8 | 3.9 |
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | |
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Summary | A subtle refresh for the 2024 model year (launched in 2023) keeps the popular Mercedes sport-utility competitive against a wide roster of rivals, which include the BMW X5, Genesis GV70, Cadillac XT6, Acura MDX, and Volvo XC90, to name just a few. Changes between the previous GLE and the 2024 model year consist primarily of a subtle redesign of the front grille (look closely and you’ll see it's now filled with tiny Mercedes-Benz star logos), reprofiled headlights and taillights, an updated infotainment system, and optional off-road-themed air suspension system that can raise the GLE 3 centimetres to clear obstacles. It can also shimmy this Mercedes sport-ute back and forth to help get it unstuck over tricky terrain. Specific to our testing purposes, the 2024 GLE also ushers in a new plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variant called the GLE 450e 4Matic. As the last part of the name suggests, like every 2024 GLE, all-wheel drive (AWD) is fitted as standard. Yet the big news is what’s under the hood of this new model, namely a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder paired with an electric motor and 23.3-kWh lithium-ion battery pack. While fully electrified vehicles presently grab the most automotive headlines, a week spent on a test drive of the GLE 450e highlighted how easily this luxurious PHEV sport-utility adapts to all sorts of driving situations. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Drive Train | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 25 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 25 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 33.3 cu ft | 33.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4608 lbs | 4828 lbs |
Height | 70.7 in | 68.7 in |
Length | 194.3 in | 194.3 in |
Width | 84.9 in | 87.3 in |
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 117.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1455 lbs | 1014 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5950 lbs | 7209 lbs |
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