Chevrolet Trailblazer vs Mercedes-Benz GLE
Overview | |
MSRP$23,100 | MSRP$61,850 |
Listings1848 | Listings1778 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryVerdict: The Chevrolet Trailblazer checks all of the necessary boxes for performance, efficiency, price, and capability. It also manages to exceed expectations for passenger space, cargo capacity, style, and ease of use. | |
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 | |
Engine1.2L 137 hp I3 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City29 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.2L 137 hp I3 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City29 | 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 Space25.3 cu ft | Cargo Space33.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3029 lbs | Curb Weight4806 lbs |
Height64.2 in | Height70.8 in |
Length174.0 in | Length193.9 in |
Width71.2 in | Width84.9 in |
Wheelbase103.9 in | Wheelbase117.9 in |
Maximum Payload1160 lbs | Maximum Payload1676 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5950 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $23,100 | $61,850 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Verdict: The Chevrolet Trailblazer checks all of the necessary boxes for performance, efficiency, price, and capability. It also manages to exceed expectations for passenger space, cargo capacity, style, and ease of use. | 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 | 1.2L 137 hp I3 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 29 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.2L 137 hp I3 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 29 | 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 | 25.3 cu ft | 33.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3029 lbs | 4806 lbs |
Height | 64.2 in | 70.8 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 193.9 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 84.9 in |
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 117.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1160 lbs | 1676 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | 5950 lbs |
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