2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e vs. 2025 MINI Countryman Review

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2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450e

MSRP*: $71,350
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2025 MINI
Countryman

MSRP*: $38,900 to $46,900
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MPG - City Info not available 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 74.9 ft3 56.2 ft3
Engine
  • 381-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 241-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 308-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 312-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 381 hp 241 - 312 hp
Towing Capacity 7,700 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 194.3 in 174.5 - 175.1 in
Exterior Width 76.7 in 72.6 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Front 40.4 in
Rear 35.1 - 37.0 in
Head Room Front 40.5 in
Rear 36.9 in
Front 40.7 in
Rear 37.4 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 450e than in the MINI Countryman. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e and the MINI Countryman.

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 450e will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the MINI Countryman, which has a much lower MSRP.

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

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

Performance
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e has a little more horsepower than the MINI Countryman.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the MINI Countryman.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e and the MINI Countryman. With the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the MINI Countryman.