2024 Lexus GX 550 vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 Review

Picture of the 2024 Lexus GX 550

2024 Lexus
GX 550

MSRP*: $62,900 to $79,900
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450

MSRP*: $69,500
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MPG - City 15 MPG 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 21 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 76.9 - 90.5 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.4-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 349 hp 375 hp
Towing Capacity 7,601 - 9,096 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 197.1 in 193.9 in
Exterior Width 78.0 - 78.7 in 76.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 36.7 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 39.4 - 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 - 43.1 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 40.4 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
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Lexus GX 550 than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450. The Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus GX 550.

Convenience
With the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Lexus GX 550, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Lexus GX 550 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus GX 550 is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Lexus GX 550 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Performance
With the Lexus GX 550, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450. The Lexus GX 550 has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Lexus GX 550 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Utility
The Lexus GX 550 has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, making the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Lexus GX 550 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.