2025 BMW X7 vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 Review

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2025 BMW
X7

MSRP*: $83,500 to $110,900
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
AMG GLE 53

MSRP*: $86,750 to $89,800
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MPG - City 16 - 20 MPG 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy 20 - 24 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 90.4 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 523-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 429-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 - 523 hp 429 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 203.6 in 194.4 - 195.3 in
Exterior Width 78.7 in 79.4 in
Leg Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.6 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 41.9 in
Rear 39.9 in
Front 40.2 - 40.5 in
Rear 36.9 - 37.8 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
The BMW X7 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, with comparable head- and legroom. The BMW X7 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW X7 as you will with the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 BMW X7 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Dimensions
The BMW X7 is about the same width as the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the BMW X7, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Handling
The BMW X7 has a larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The BMW X7 has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the BMW X7 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Utility
The BMW X7 has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, making the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The BMW X7 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.