2025 Genesis GV70 vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 Review

Picture of the 2025 Genesis GV70

2025 Genesis
GV70

MSRP*: $45,700 to $58,300
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53

2024 Mercedes-Benz
AMG GLE 53

MSRP*: $86,750 to $89,800
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MPG - City 18 - 19 MPG 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 26 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 56.9 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 300-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 429-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 - 375 hp 429 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 185.6 in 194.4 - 195.3 in
Exterior Width 75.2 in 79.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 38.6 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.1 in
Front 40.2 - 40.5 in
Rear 36.9 - 37.8 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Genesis GV70 than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Genesis GV70 and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Genesis GV70, 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 Genesis GV70 is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Genesis GV70 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Genesis GV70 is slightly shorter than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Genesis GV70 has a smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 is clearly the choice over the Genesis GV70 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Genesis GV70 has a lot less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Powertrain
The Genesis GV70 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 Genesis GV70 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. The Genesis GV70 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.