2024 Lexus
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
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| MPG - City | 27 MPG | Info not available |
| MPG - Hwy | 28 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 46.2 ft3 | 74.9 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 366 hp | 381 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,494 lbs | 7,700 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 192.5 in | 194.3 in |
| Exterior Width | 75.6 in | 76.7 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in |
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.1 in
Rear 38.5 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e than in the Lexus RX 500h, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus RX 500h.
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 Lexus RX 500h will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.
Dimensions
The Lexus RX 500h is a little narrower than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot.
When looking at overall length, the Lexus RX 500h takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.
Handling
The Lexus RX 500h has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e is clearly the choice over the Lexus RX 500h for pulling heavy loads.
The Lexus RX 500h has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Lexus RX 500h does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than 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 Lexus RX 500h and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.
The Lexus RX 500h has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.