2025 Ford Expedition vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 Review

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2025 Ford
Expedition

MSRP*: $57,025 to $83,655
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450

MSRP*: $71,350
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MPG - City Info not available 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 - 8 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 108.5 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 400-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 440-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 400 - 440 hp 375 hp
Towing Capacity 6,100 - 9,600 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 209.9 in 193.9 in
Exterior Width 80.0 in 76.7 in
Leg Room Front 43.9 in
Rear 41.1 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 40.0 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
The Ford Expedition offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, with comparable head- and legroom. The Ford Expedition will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

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 Ford Expedition will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Expedition is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Ford Expedition, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Performance
With the Ford Expedition, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450. The Ford Expedition has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Ford Expedition transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Expedition and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450. With the Ford Expedition, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.