2025 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 Review

Picture of the 2025 Lincoln Aviator

2025 Lincoln
Aviator

MSRP*: $57,530 to $87,245
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450

MSRP*: $69,500
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MPG - City 17 - 18 MPG 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 78.6 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 400-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 400 hp 375 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 199.7 in 193.9 in
Exterior Width 82.3 in 76.7 in
Leg Room Front 43.0 in
Rear 40.2 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.4 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 450 than in the Lincoln Aviator, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Lincoln Aviator and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Lincoln Aviator, 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 Lincoln Aviator will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Dimensions
Since the Lincoln Aviator is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Lincoln Aviator, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 is clearly the choice over the Lincoln Aviator for pulling heavy loads. The Lincoln Aviator has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Lincoln Aviator 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 Lincoln Aviator and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450. The Lincoln Aviator has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.