2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e Review

Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 350e

MSRP*: $59,900
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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 56.3 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 313-hp, 2.0-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 313 hp 381 hp
Towing Capacity 4,409 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 185.7 in 194.3 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 76.7 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 40.5 in
Rear 36.9 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.

Dimensions
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e is a little narrower than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. The Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e is slightly shorter than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e is clearly the choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e for pulling heavy loads. The Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as 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 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e. The Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.