Compare Mercedes-Benz GLE

Comparing the All-New 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE to the 2019 BMW X5 and the 2020 Audi Q7

The luxury SUV segment is one of the most competitive on the market, having a variety of innovative features, powerful engines, and more standard and optional features than you can count. These vehicles signify the ultimate in sophistication and elegance, which is why any driver would love to be in one.

With all this in mind, we want to make sure you are making the right investment for your next luxury SUV. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE, the 2019 BMW X5 and the 2020 Audi Q7 are premier luxury SUVs and we want to help you decide which is the one you will want in your driveway.

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs 2019 BMW X5

• The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE starts at $56,200 while the BMW X5 starts at $60,700.
• The BMW X5 offers more power across its engines, but when you look at the AMG models, the Mercedes-Benz GLE offers more.
• Both models come standard with all-wheel drive across their trims.
• The 2019 BMW X5 offered less cargo space than the previous model year of Mercedes-Benz GLE, giving no reason to think that would change.
• Both models offer up to 22 MPG combined.

• The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE comes standard with the all-new Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) system, the 2019 BMW X5 has no comparable feature.
• You are getting both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in the Mercedes-Benz, the BMW X5 only has Apple CarPlay.
• The available Driver Assist Package Plus system for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE offers more safety features than you'll find in the BMW X5.
• The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE allows you to equip an AIRMATIC suspension that can adjust ride height for more or less ground clearance depending on your needs, the BMW X5 doesn't offer that.
• You can add a third row of seats for a higher passenger capacity in the Mercedes-Benz GLE, but not in the BMW X5.

• The touchscreen of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE has a larger touchscreen than the 2020 Audi Q7.
• Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto come equipped as standard on both models.
• Both models have four-zone automatic climate control available as an upgrade for ultimate comfort through any climate.
• The AMG version of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE comes with a unique style option while the 2020 Audi Q7 doesn't have a trim that has a sportier or more aggressive styling.
• There are choices of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE that can have either five or seven seats while the 2020 Audi Q7 only comes with seven seats.

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs 2020 Audi Q7

• There is more horsepower on the base engine of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE than there is on the base engine of the 2020 Audi Q7.
• The 2020 Audi Q7 has an upgraded engine if you are looking for more power, but the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE has an upgrade too, which is more powerful than the upgraded Audi.
• Rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive are available for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE while the 2020 Audi Q7 only has all-wheel drive.
• There is more cargo space in the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE than there is in the 2020 Audi Q7.
• A nine-speed automatic transmission comes equipped on the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE while the 2020 Audi Q7 comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission.