2025 BMW X2 vs. 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 Review

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2025 BMW
X2

MSRP*: $42,850 to $52,300
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2026 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 350

MSRP*: $62,250 to $64,750
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MPG - City 23 - 24 MPG 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 33 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 51.7 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)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 241 - 312 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 179.3 - 179.8 in 193.9 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 76.7 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Info not available Front 42.3 in
Rear 40.4 in

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Comparison Review

Convenience
With the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the BMW X2, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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 X2 is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X2 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the BMW X2, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350.

Performance
The BMW X2 has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the BMW X2 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
The BMW X2 has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, making the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The BMW X2 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350.