2024 BMW X1 vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 Review

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2024 BMW
X1

MSRP*: $40,500 to $49,900
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53

2024 Mercedes-Benz
AMG GLE 53

MSRP*: $86,750 to $89,800
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MPG - City 23 - 25 MPG 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy 31 - 34 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 - 57.2 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 241-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 312-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 429-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 241 - 312 hp 429 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 177.2 - 177.4 in 194.4 - 195.3 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 79.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.4 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 42.1 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 40.2 - 40.5 in
Rear 36.9 - 37.8 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the BMW X1 than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53. The BMW X1 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW X1 as you will with the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). Clearly, the BMW X1 is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X1 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the BMW X1, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Handling
The BMW X1 has a smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW X1 has a lot less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Powertrain
The BMW X1 has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The BMW X1 has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, making the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The BMW X1 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.