2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs 2023 MINI Countryman
Overview | |
MSRP$29,600 | MSRP$57,700 |
Listings176 | Listings567 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE Reviews SummaryA subtle refresh for the 2024 model year keeps Mercedes’ popular sport-utility competitive against a wide roster of rivals which include the BMW X5, Genesis GV70, Cadillac XT6, Acura MDX, and Volvo XC90, to name just a few. Changes between the previous GLE-Class and the 2024 model year consist primarily of a subtle redesign of the front grille (look closely and you’ll see it's now filled with tiny Mercedes-Benz star logos), reprofiled headlights and taillights, an updated infotainment system, and optional off-road-themed air suspension system that can raise the GLE 1.2 inches to clear obstacles. It can also shimmy this Mercedes sport-ute back and forth to help get it unstuck over tricky terrain. Specific to our testing purposes, the 2024 GLE-Class also ushers in a new plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variant called the GLE 450e 4Matic. As the last part of the name suggests, like every 2024 GLE, all-wheel drive is fitted as standard. Yet the big news is what’s under the hood of this new model, namely a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder paired with an electric motor and 23.3-kWh lithium-ion battery pack. While fully-electrified vehicles presently grab the most automotive headlines, a week spent with the GLE 450e highlighted how easily this luxurious PHEV sport-utility adapts to all sorts of driving situations. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 134 hp I3 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway25 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 134 hp I3 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm | Torque273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway25 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space17.6 cu ft | Cargo Space33.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3443 lbs | Curb Weight4608 lbs |
Height61.3 in | Height70.7 in |
Length169.7 in | Length194.3 in |
Width78.8 in | Width84.9 in |
Wheelbase105.1 in | Wheelbase117.9 in |
Maximum Payload820 lbs | Maximum Payload1455 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity5950 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $29,600 | $57,700 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | A subtle refresh for the 2024 model year keeps Mercedes’ popular sport-utility competitive against a wide roster of rivals which include the BMW X5, Genesis GV70, Cadillac XT6, Acura MDX, and Volvo XC90, to name just a few. Changes between the previous GLE-Class and the 2024 model year consist primarily of a subtle redesign of the front grille (look closely and you’ll see it's now filled with tiny Mercedes-Benz star logos), reprofiled headlights and taillights, an updated infotainment system, and optional off-road-themed air suspension system that can raise the GLE 1.2 inches to clear obstacles. It can also shimmy this Mercedes sport-ute back and forth to help get it unstuck over tricky terrain. Specific to our testing purposes, the 2024 GLE-Class also ushers in a new plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variant called the GLE 450e 4Matic. As the last part of the name suggests, like every 2024 GLE, all-wheel drive is fitted as standard. Yet the big news is what’s under the hood of this new model, namely a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder paired with an electric motor and 23.3-kWh lithium-ion battery pack. While fully-electrified vehicles presently grab the most automotive headlines, a week spent with the GLE 450e highlighted how easily this luxurious PHEV sport-utility adapts to all sorts of driving situations. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 134 hp I3 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 26 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 25 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 134 hp I3 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm | 273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 25 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 17.6 cu ft | 33.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3443 lbs | 4608 lbs |
Height | 61.3 in | 70.7 in |
Length | 169.7 in | 194.3 in |
Width | 78.8 in | 84.9 in |
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 117.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 820 lbs | 1455 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5950 lbs | |
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