2023 Dodge Durango vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 | NewCars.com

2023 Dodge Durango vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 Review

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2023 Dodge
Durango

MSRP*: $40,640 to $94,605
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 350

MSRP*: $62,650
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MPG - City 12 - 19 MPG 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 17 - 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 85.1 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 293-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 295-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 360-hp, 5.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 475-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 710-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 293 - 710 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity 6,200 - 8,700 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 200.8 - 201.0 in 193.9 in
Exterior Width 75.8 - 76.4 in 79.1 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 38.6 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 39.9 in
Rear 39.8 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 40.4 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 350 than in the Dodge Durango, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Dodge Durango.

Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Dodge Durango, 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Dodge Durango will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350.

Dimensions
Since the Dodge Durango 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. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Dodge Durango, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350.

Performance
With the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Dodge Durango. When it comes to horsepower, the Dodge Durango greatly out-muscles the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Dodge Durango transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350.

Utility
The Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350.