2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e Review

Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV

2025 Mazda
CX-70 PHEV

MSRP*: $54,400 to $57,450
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450e

MSRP*: $71,350
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 323-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 381-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 323 hp 381 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 200.8 in 194.3 in
Exterior Width 77.6 in 76.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 40.5 in
Rear 36.9 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 Mazda CX-70 PHEV offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Mazda CX-70 PHEV and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.

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). Clearly, the Mazda CX-70 PHEV is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Mazda CX-70 PHEV is a little wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Mazda CX-70 PHEV, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.

Handling
The Mazda CX-70 PHEV has a smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e is clearly the choice over the Mazda CX-70 PHEV for pulling heavy loads. The Mazda CX-70 PHEV has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Mazda CX-70 PHEV does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mazda CX-70 PHEV and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.