2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 vs. 2024 Subaru Solterra Review

Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 350

MSRP*: $61,850 to $64,350
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Picture of the 2024 Subaru Solterra

2024 Subaru
Solterra

MSRP*: $44,995 to $51,995
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MPG - City 19 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 74.9 ft3 63.5 ft3
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 215-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 215 hp
Towing Capacity 7,700 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 193.9 in 184.6 in
Exterior Width 76.7 in 73.2 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Front 42.1 in
Rear 35.3 in
Head Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 40.4 in
Front 38.6 - 38.8 in
Rear 37.1 - 38.0 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 than in the Subaru Solterra. The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Subaru Solterra.

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

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 is much wider than the Subaru Solterra, 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 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, which is slightly longer than the Subaru Solterra.

Performance
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 has a little more horsepower than the Subaru Solterra.

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

Utility
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 offers greater seating capacity than the Subaru Solterra, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Subaru Solterra.