2019 BMW X5 vs 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE
Overview | |
MSRP$60,700 | MSRP$53,700 |
Average price$35,233 | Average price$39,822 |
Listings521 | Listings903 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 |
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2019 BMW X5 Reviews SummaryThe BMW X5 redefined SUVs 20 years ago, leaning into the idea that you could have truck form and car function all in one package. In fact, BMW branded the original X5 as an SAV—a Sport Activity Vehicle—to help emphasize the fact that it drove as well as the company's famous sport sedans. And while that claim was a bit of an overreach, the original X5 did outperform its SUV competitors on the road. Now in its fourth generation, BMW’s midsize crossover continues to deliver on that two-decade-old promise: The X5 delivers car-like handling in an SUV form. And while the 2019 X5 stretches 1 inch longer, 3 inches wider, and 1 inch taller than last year's model, you’d have to look closely to notice the differences. Most obvious is a new and bigger kidney grille with active shutters. It has already received flak for being “comically large,” though in my opinion, it seems proportional to the rest of the vehicle—enough to make me wonder if the grilles on previous iterations of the X5 were too small. Inside, you’ll find a redesigned interior with an updated version of the iDrive system, and a suite of Level 2 autonomous technology that unfortunately leaves a lot to be desired. But that shouldn’t dissuade you from BMW’s revolutionary recreational vehicle, because there’s still a lot to love. | |
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE Reviews SummaryMercedes-Benz refers to the 2020 GLE-Class as a “second-generation model.” But savvy students of car culture will remember that the GLE-Class is actually a renamed M-Class, meaning this is actually a fourth-generation model that’s been in production since 1997. It has a legacy to uphold, and because of that, it’s just as quiet and comfortable as you’d expect. A longer wheelbase means more room inside, and the new MBUX infotainment system may be the best on the market. But this doesn’t mean the GLE-Class is walking away with all the laurels. Sharing a segment with the BMW X5—itself redesigned for 2019—means the GLE-Class is up against some tough competition. And with the usual luxury pricing structure in place, things can get expensive very easily. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 335 hp I6 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 335 hp I6 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space33.9 cu ft | Cargo Space33.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight4813 lbs | Curb Weight4608 lbs |
Height69.0 in | Height70.7 in |
Length194.3 in | Length194.3 in |
Width87.3 in | Width84.9 in |
Wheelbase117.1 in | Wheelbase117.9 in |
Maximum Payload849 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7209 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5950 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity6603 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $60,700 | $53,700 |
Average price | $35,233 | $39,822 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.7 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 6.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The BMW X5 redefined SUVs 20 years ago, leaning into the idea that you could have truck form and car function all in one package. In fact, BMW branded the original X5 as an SAV—a Sport Activity Vehicle—to help emphasize the fact that it drove as well as the company's famous sport sedans. And while that claim was a bit of an overreach, the original X5 did outperform its SUV competitors on the road. Now in its fourth generation, BMW’s midsize crossover continues to deliver on that two-decade-old promise: The X5 delivers car-like handling in an SUV form. And while the 2019 X5 stretches 1 inch longer, 3 inches wider, and 1 inch taller than last year's model, you’d have to look closely to notice the differences. Most obvious is a new and bigger kidney grille with active shutters. It has already received flak for being “comically large,” though in my opinion, it seems proportional to the rest of the vehicle—enough to make me wonder if the grilles on previous iterations of the X5 were too small. Inside, you’ll find a redesigned interior with an updated version of the iDrive system, and a suite of Level 2 autonomous technology that unfortunately leaves a lot to be desired. But that shouldn’t dissuade you from BMW’s revolutionary recreational vehicle, because there’s still a lot to love. | Mercedes-Benz refers to the 2020 GLE-Class as a “second-generation model.” But savvy students of car culture will remember that the GLE-Class is actually a renamed M-Class, meaning this is actually a fourth-generation model that’s been in production since 1997. It has a legacy to uphold, and because of that, it’s just as quiet and comfortable as you’d expect. A longer wheelbase means more room inside, and the new MBUX infotainment system may be the best on the market. But this doesn’t mean the GLE-Class is walking away with all the laurels. Sharing a segment with the BMW X5—itself redesigned for 2019—means the GLE-Class is up against some tough competition. And with the usual luxury pricing structure in place, things can get expensive very easily. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 335 hp I6 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 335 hp I6 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 33.9 cu ft | 33.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4813 lbs | 4608 lbs |
Height | 69.0 in | 70.7 in |
Length | 194.3 in | 194.3 in |
Width | 87.3 in | 84.9 in |
Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 117.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 849 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7209 lbs | 5950 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 6603 lbs | |
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