2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 vs. 2025 Nissan Kicks Play Review

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2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450

MSRP*: $71,350
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2025 Nissan
Kicks Play

MSRP*: $21,520
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MPG - City 19 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 25 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 74.9 ft3 32.3 ft3
Engine
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 122-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 hp 122 hp
Towing Capacity 7,700 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 193.9 in 169.1 in
Exterior Width 76.7 in 69.3 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Front 43.7 in
Rear 33.5 in
Head Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 40.4 in
Front 40.4 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 450 than in the Nissan Kicks Play. The Nissan Kicks Play offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

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 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Nissan Kicks Play, which has a much lower MSRP.

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

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 greatly out-muscles the Nissan Kicks Play.

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

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