2025 Honda Passport vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 Review

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2025 Honda
Passport

MSRP*: $42,400 to $48,470
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
AMG GLE 53

MSRP*: $86,750 to $89,800
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MPG - City 19 MPG 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 100.7 - 100.8 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 280-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 280 hp 429 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 189.1 in 194.4 - 195.3 in
Exterior Width 78.6 in 79.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 39.5 in
Rear 40.0 in
Front 40.2 - 40.5 in
Rear 36.9 - 37.8 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda Passport than in the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Honda Passport and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

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

Dimensions
The Honda Passport is a little narrower than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. The Honda Passport is slightly shorter than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Honda Passport has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

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

Powertrain
The Honda Passport 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 Honda Passport 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. With the Honda Passport, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.