2025 BMW X7 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 Review

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2025 BMW
X7

MSRP*: $84,300 to $111,900
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 350

MSRP*: $61,850 to $64,350
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MPG - City 16 - 20 MPG 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 20 - 24 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 seats 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)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 - 523 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 203.6 in 193.9 in
Exterior Width 78.7 in 76.7 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 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 backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 than in the BMW X7, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the BMW X7, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the BMW X7, making it more convenient to drive.

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). The BMW X7 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X7 is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. 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 GLE 350.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW X7 greatly out-muscles the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the BMW X7 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350.

Utility
The BMW X7 has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, making the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 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 GLE 350.