2024 Cadillac XT5 vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 Review

Picture of the 2024 Cadillac XT5

2024 Cadillac
XT5

MSRP*: $43,895 to $56,795
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 350

MSRP*: $62,650
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MPG - City 18 - 22 MPG 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 63.0 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 235-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 235 - 310 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity 1,000 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 189.6 in 193.9 in
Exterior Width 74.9 in 76.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 37.9 - 39.7 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.4 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 40.4 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 than in the Cadillac XT5, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Cadillac XT5.

Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Cadillac XT5, 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 Cadillac XT5 is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Cadillac XT5 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Cadillac XT5 is slightly shorter than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, which may make it easier to park.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 is clearly the choice over the Cadillac XT5 for pulling heavy loads. The Cadillac XT5 has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Cadillac XT5 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350.

Utility
The Cadillac XT5 has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, making the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Cadillac XT5 has less cargo space than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.