2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2017 GMC Yukon XL
In comparing the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE's and the 2017 GMC Yukon XL's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. The 2017 GMC Yukon XL has the advantage in the areas of reliability and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE's and the 2017 GMC Yukon XL's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE is a better car than the 2017 GMC Yukon XL.
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2017 GMC Yukon XL Pricing
A used 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE ranges from $20,990 to $47,982 while a used 2017 GMC Yukon XL is priced between $24,496 to $43,991.
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2017 GMC Yukon XL Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE loses 46.4 percent of its value and the 2017 GMC Yukon XL loses 46.9 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE retains 0.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 GMC Yukon XL.
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2017 GMC Yukon XL Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz GLE is 8.4 out of 10 while the GMC Yukon XL's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz GLE being ranked 5 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the GMC Yukon XL being ranked 7 out of 10 Best Large SUVs.
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2017 GMC Yukon XL Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz GLE is 7.2 out of 10. For the GMC Yukon XL the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the GMC Yukon XL an advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLE.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE’s base engine makes 302 horsepower, and the 2017 GMC Yukon XL base engine makes 355 horsepower. The GLE is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 566 miles. The Yukon XL is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 713 miles.This gives the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2017 GMC Yukon XL the advantage in maximum range. The GLE uses premium unleaded, and the Yukon XL uses e85, regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE has higher safety ratings than the 2017 GMC Yukon XL, 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:
20990 - 47982
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463928
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
24496 - 43991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.468675
Mercedes-Benz GLE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.421528 / 10
Reliability:
7.164585 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
GMC Yukon XL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.931437 / 10
Reliability:
8.79431 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLE Rankings
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45 out of / 59GMC Yukon XL Rankings
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26 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE Trim Levels
AMG GLE 43, AMG GLE 63, AMG GLE 63 S, GLE 300d 4MATIC, GLE 350, GLE 350 4MATIC, GLE 400 4MATIC
2017 GMC Yukon XL Trim Levels
Denali, SLE, SLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
355 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
383 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6300 lbs
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 / 23 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
443 / 566 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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):
12 / 17 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
496 / 713 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
E85, Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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
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:
121.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
161.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4652 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
70.7 inches
Length:
189.7 inches
Wheelbase:
114.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5610 lbs
Width:
80.5 inches
Height:
74.4 inches
Length:
224.4 inches
Wheelbase:
130 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
chrome aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/65R18