2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 vs. 2025 Volvo XC40 Review

Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 350

MSRP*: $61,850 to $64,350
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2025 Volvo
XC40

MSRP*: $40,650 to $49,300
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MPG - City 19 MPG 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 74.9 ft3 57.5 ft3
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 247 hp
Towing Capacity 7,700 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 193.9 in 174.8 in
Exterior Width 76.7 in 75.2 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 40.4 in
Front 37.6 in
Rear 38.3 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 Volvo XC40. 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 Volvo XC40.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Volvo XC40.

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 Volvo XC40, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 is a little wider than the Volvo XC40, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. If you go with the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volvo XC40.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 is clearly the choice over the Volvo XC40 for pulling heavy loads. The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 has a little more horsepower than the Volvo XC40.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volvo XC40.

Utility
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 offers greater seating capacity than the Volvo XC40, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volvo XC40.