2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 vs. 2024 Nissan Z Review

Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450

MSRP*: $76,400
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2024 Nissan
Z

MSRP*: $42,970 to $65,750
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MPG - City Info not available 17 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 24 - 28 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 2 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 400-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 hp 400 - 420 hp
Towing Capacity 7,700 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 194.6 in 172.4 - 173.2 in
Exterior Width 79.3 in 72.6 - 73.6 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 42.9 in
Rear info not available
Head Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 37.8 in
Front 38.2 in
Rear info not available

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

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 is much wider than the Nissan Z, 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 Z.

Performance
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 has less horsepower than the Nissan Z, so it will probably be somewhat slower.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the Nissan Z.

Utility
People who frequently chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 more than the Nissan Z, due to its significantly greater seating capacity.