2019 BMW X5 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE
When comparing the 2019 BMW X5's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE's specifications and ratings, the 2019 BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and base engine power. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2019 BMW X5's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2019 BMW X5 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE Pricing
A used 2019 BMW X5 ranges from $33,998 to $51,994 while a used 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE is priced between $32,464 to $71,999.
2019 BMW X5 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 BMW X5 loses 53.8 percent of its value and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE loses 46.4 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE retains 7.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 BMW X5.
2019 BMW X5 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X5 is 7.8 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLE's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the BMW X5 being ranked 10 out of 20 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLE being ranked 4 out of 20. Out of 60 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the BMW X5 is ranked 16 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE is ranked 7. The BMW X5 is also ranked 20 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Mercedes-Benz GLE is ranked 9 out of 67.
2019 BMW X5 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X5 is 8.4 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLE the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the BMW X5 an advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLE.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 BMW X5’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE base engine makes 329 horsepower. The X5 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 569 miles. The GLE is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 566 miles. This gives the 2019 BMW X5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE has higher safety ratings than the 2019 BMW X5, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$33,998 - $51,994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$32,464 - $71,999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.4%
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW X5 Rankings
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58 out of / 67Mercedes-Benz GLE Rankings
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46 out of / 60Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 BMW X5 Trim Levels
xDrive40i, xDrive50i
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE Trim Levels
AMG GLE 43, AMG GLE 63, AMG GLE 63 S, GLE 400 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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:
335 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
330 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6603 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
329 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
354 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
438 / 569 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 23 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
418 / 566 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
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
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Available
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
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Android Auto:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Cargo Space:
33.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.3 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:
4813 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
69 inches
Length:
194.3 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4751 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:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19
