2025 BMW 430 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 Review

Picture of the 2025 BMW 430

2025 BMW
430

MSRP*: $51,150 to $53,150
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450

MSRP*: $76,400
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MPG - City 27 - 28 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 34 - 36 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 4 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 375 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 187.9 in 194.6 in
Exterior Width 72.9 in 79.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 34.5 in
Info not available
Head Room Front 38.0 in
Rear 35.2 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 37.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the BMW 430 than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450. The BMW 430 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the BMW 430 is clearly a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Dimensions
Since the BMW 430 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The BMW 430 is slightly shorter than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, which may make it easier to park.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW 430 is significantly less powerful than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The BMW 430 has much less torque than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The BMW 430 has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, making the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 the better choice if you need to chauffeur many passengers.