2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 vs. 2025 Volvo XC90 Review

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2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 350

MSRP*: $62,650
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2025 Volvo
XC90

MSRP*: $57,400 to $70,600
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MPG - City 20 MPG 20 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 27 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 74.9 ft3 65.5 ft3
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 295-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 247 - 295 hp
Towing Capacity 7,700 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 193.9 in 195.0 in
Exterior Width 76.7 in 79.1 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 40.4 in
Front 38.9 in
Rear 38.5 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 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 than in the Volvo XC90. The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC90.

Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Volvo XC90, 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 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volvo XC90.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 is much slimmer than the Volvo XC90, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volvo XC90.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 is clearly the choice over the Volvo XC90 for pulling heavy loads. The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 has a little less horsepower than the Volvo XC90.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volvo XC90.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 and the Volvo XC90. The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volvo XC90.