2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs 2021 Lexus RX Hybrid
Overview | |
MSRP$53,700 | MSRP$47,920 |
Listings867 | Listings61 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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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. | |
2021 Lexus RX Hybrid Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine3.5L 308 hp V6 Hybrid |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City31 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name3.5L 308 hp V6 Hybrid |
Torque273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City31 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space33.3 cu ft | Cargo Space16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight4608 lbs | Curb Weight4740 lbs |
Height70.7 in | Height67.7 in |
Length194.3 in | Length192.5 in |
Width84.9 in | Width74.6 in |
Wheelbase117.9 in | Wheelbase109.8 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload920 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5950 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $53,700 | $47,920 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | 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. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 3.5L 308 hp V6 Hybrid |
Drive Train | RWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 31 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 3.5L 308 hp V6 Hybrid |
Torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 31 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 33.3 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4608 lbs | 4740 lbs |
Height | 70.7 in | 67.7 in |
Length | 194.3 in | 192.5 in |
Width | 84.9 in | 74.6 in |
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 109.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 920 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5950 lbs | 3500 lbs |

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