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

Picture of the 2024 Lincoln Navigator

2024 Lincoln
Navigator

MSRP*: $83,265 to $111,095
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450

MSRP*: $71,350
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MPG - City 16 MPG 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 8 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 103.4 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 440-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 440 hp 375 hp
Towing Capacity 6,200 - 8,300 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 210.0 in 193.9 in
Exterior Width 79.9 in 76.7 in
Leg Room Front 43.9 in
Rear 42.6 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 40.0 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
The Lincoln Navigator offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450. The Lincoln Navigator will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lincoln Navigator as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). The Lincoln Navigator will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Lincoln Navigator is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Lincoln Navigator, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

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

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Lincoln Navigator does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Utility
The Lincoln Navigator offers greater seating capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Lincoln Navigator, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.