2016 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE
When we compare the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban's and the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and base engine power. The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban's and the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2016 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE Pricing
A used 2016 Chevrolet Suburban ranges from $19,963 to $36,867 while a used 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE is priced between $18,664 to $44,994.
2016 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban loses 45.6 percent of its value and the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE loses 46.4 percent of its value. This means the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban retains 0.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE.
2016 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Suburban is 8.0 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLE's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Suburban being ranked 6 out of 10 Best Large SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLE being ranked 5 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs.
2016 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Suburban is 8.8 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLE the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Suburban an advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLE.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban’s base engine makes 355 horsepower, and the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE base engine makes 302 horsepower. The Suburban is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 713 miles. The GLE is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 590 miles.This gives the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban the advantage in maximum range. The Suburban uses ethanol, gasoline, and the GLE uses gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE has higher safety ratings than the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
19963 - 36867
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.456234
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
18664 - 44994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463928
Chevrolet Suburban Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.006456 / 10
Reliability:
8.819368 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.421528 / 10
Reliability:
7.164585 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Suburban Rankings
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45 out of / 59Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2016 Chevrolet Suburban Trim Levels
Fleet, LS, LS Fleet 3500HD, LT, LT Fleet 3500HD, LTZ
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE Trim Levels
AMG GLE 63, AMG GLE 63 S, GLE 300d 4MATIC, GLE 350, GLE 350 4MATIC, GLE 400 4MATIC, GLE 450 AMG
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
355 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
383 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6300 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
302 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
11 / 17 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
496 / 713 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
443 / 590 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
64.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.1 inches
Cargo Space:
39.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
121.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.4 inches
Cargo Space:
38.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
80.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5586 lbs
Width:
80.5 inches
Height:
74.4 inches
Length:
224.4 inches
Wheelbase:
130 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4652 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
70.7 inches
Length:
189.1 inches
Wheelbase:
114.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19