2025 BMW X5 vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 Review

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2025 BMW
X5

MSRP*: $65,700 to $90,000
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
AMG GLE 53

MSRP*: $86,750 to $89,800
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MPG - City 17 - 23 MPG 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 - 27 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 72.3 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 523-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 429-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 375 - 523 hp 429 hp
Towing Capacity 6,603 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 194.3 in 194.4 - 195.3 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 79.4 in
Leg Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 40.8 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 40.2 - 40.5 in
Rear 36.9 - 37.8 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 than in the BMW X5, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the BMW X5 and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Convenience
The BMW X5 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, making it more convenient to drive.

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 X5 is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The BMW X5 is about the same width as the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53. When looking at overall length, the BMW X5 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Handling
The BMW X5 has a larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the BMW X5. The BMW X5 has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Powertrain
The BMW X5 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 X5 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. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the BMW X5 as you will in the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.