2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs 2025 Subaru Outback
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MSRP$29,995 | MSRP$61,850 |
Listings35 | Listings116 |
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User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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2025 Subaru Outback Reviews SummaryOne of the nameplates that helped define the crossover craze now stands out as strikingly different. The 2025 Subaru Outback is one of the last remaining station wagons on the market. However, given that it's currently based on the discontinued Subaru Legacy sedan, the Outback is likely to shift away from its current low-slung long-roof shape soon. That means this could be your last opportunity to park Crocodile Dundee’s favourite ride in your driveway. Verdict: The Outback offers a unique combination of practicality and value, but it’s held back by lackluster tech. | |
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 182 hp H4 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway28 |
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Engine Name2.5L 182 hp H4 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
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Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
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Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space32.6 cu ft | Cargo Space33.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3641 lbs | Curb Weight4806 lbs |
Height66.4 in | Height70.8 in |
Length191.1 in | Length193.9 in |
Width82.0 in | Width84.9 in |
Wheelbase108.1 in | Wheelbase117.9 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1676 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2700 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5950 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $29,995 | $61,850 |
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Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | One of the nameplates that helped define the crossover craze now stands out as strikingly different. The 2025 Subaru Outback is one of the last remaining station wagons on the market. However, given that it's currently based on the discontinued Subaru Legacy sedan, the Outback is likely to shift away from its current low-slung long-roof shape soon. That means this could be your last opportunity to park Crocodile Dundee’s favourite ride in your driveway. Verdict: The Outback offers a unique combination of practicality and value, but it’s held back by lackluster tech. | 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 182 hp H4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 26 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 182 hp H4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 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 | 32.6 cu ft | 33.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3641 lbs | 4806 lbs |
Height | 66.4 in | 70.8 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 193.9 in |
Width | 82.0 in | 84.9 in |
Wheelbase | 108.1 in | 117.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1676 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2700 lbs | 5950 lbs |
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