2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs 2024 Kia Sportage
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MSRP$27,190 | MSRP$61,850 |
Listings213 | Listings66 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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2024 Kia Sportage Reviews Summary | |
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE Reviews SummaryG-Wagens aside, the now-discontinued M-Class is what cemented Mercedes-Benz’s place in the SUV jungle. The descendant of that pioneering model is the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE, which continues as the automaker’s entry into a midsize luxury SUV segment populated by the Acura MDX, Audi Q7, BMW X5, Genesis GV80, and Lexus RX. Mercedes also sells a GLE Coupe that competes with the BMW X6. A new GLE 450 4Matic Coupe is available for 2025. Verdict: The GLE is a solid luxury SUV for families, but its competition is equally good. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space39.6 cu ft | Cargo Space33.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3396 lbs | Curb Weight4806 lbs |
Height65.4 in | Height70.8 in |
Length183.5 in | Length193.9 in |
Width73.4 in | Width84.9 in |
Wheelbase108.5 in | Wheelbase117.9 in |
Maximum Payload1278 lbs | Maximum Payload1676 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5950 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $27,190 | $61,850 |
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Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | |
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Summary | G-Wagens aside, the now-discontinued M-Class is what cemented Mercedes-Benz’s place in the SUV jungle. The descendant of that pioneering model is the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE, which continues as the automaker’s entry into a midsize luxury SUV segment populated by the Acura MDX, Audi Q7, BMW X5, Genesis GV80, and Lexus RX. Mercedes also sells a GLE Coupe that competes with the BMW X6. A new GLE 450 4Matic Coupe is available for 2025. Verdict: The GLE is a solid luxury SUV for families, but its competition is equally good. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 39.6 cu ft | 33.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3396 lbs | 4806 lbs |
Height | 65.4 in | 70.8 in |
Length | 183.5 in | 193.9 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 84.9 in |
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 117.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1278 lbs | 1676 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2500 lbs | 5950 lbs |
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