2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 vs. 2024 Nissan GT-R Review

Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450

MSRP*: $76,400
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Picture of the 2024 Nissan GT-R

2024 Nissan
GT-R

MSRP*: $121,090 to $221,090
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MPG - City Info not available 16 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 4 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 565-hp, 3.8-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 600-hp, 3.8-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 hp 565 - 600 hp
Towing Capacity 7,700 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 194.6 in 184.6 - 185.4 in
Exterior Width 79.3 in 74.6 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 44.6 in
Rear 26.4 in
Head Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 37.8 in
Front 38.1 in
Rear 33.5 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
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Nissan GT-R than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Nissan GT-R will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

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). Based on MSRP, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 is clearly a better financial choice over the Nissan GT-R.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 is much wider than the Nissan GT-R, 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 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, which is slightly longer than the Nissan GT-R.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 is significantly less powerful than the Nissan GT-R. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 has much less torque than the Nissan GT-R, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 offers greater seating capacity than the Nissan GT-R, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.