2025 BMW X5 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e Review

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2025 BMW
X5

MSRP*: $66,300 to $90,850
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450e

MSRP*: $71,350
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MPG - City 17 - 23 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 22 - 27 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 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)
  • 381-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 - 523 hp 381 hp
Towing Capacity 6,603 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 194.3 in 194.3 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 76.7 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 40.5 in
Rear 36.9 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e 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 GLE 450e.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the BMW X5 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X5 is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the BMW X5 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.

Handling
The BMW X5 has a larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the BMW X5. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the BMW X5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the BMW X5 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the BMW X5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the BMW X5 as you will in the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.