2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 vs. 2024 Nissan Armada Review

Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450

MSRP*: $69,500
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2024 Nissan
Armada

MSRP*: $55,720 to $70,790
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MPG - City 19 MPG 13 - 14 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 MPG 18 - 19 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 74.9 ft3 92.6 ft3
Engine
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 400-hp, 5.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 hp 400 hp
Towing Capacity 7,700 lbs 8,500 lbs
Exterior Length 193.9 in 208.9 in
Exterior Width 76.7 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Front 41.9 in
Rear 41.0 in
Head Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 40.4 in
Front 39.8 - 40.9 in
Rear 40.0 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Nissan Armada, with comparable head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Nissan Armada, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Nissan Armada.

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 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 is somewhat more expensive than the Nissan Armada.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 is much slimmer than the Nissan Armada, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Nissan Armada.

Performance
With the Nissan Armada, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450. The Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 has a little less horsepower than the Nissan Armada.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Nissan Armada.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 and the Nissan Armada. The Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Nissan Armada.