2019 Ford Expedition MAX vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE
When we compare the 2019 Ford Expedition MAX's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Ford Expedition MAX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Ford Expedition MAX's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2019 Ford Expedition MAX vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE Pricing
A used 2019 Ford Expedition MAX ranges from $28,976 to $52,374 while a used 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE is priced between $32,464 to $71,999.
2019 Ford Expedition MAX vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Ford Expedition MAX loses 48.7 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 2.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Ford Expedition MAX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Ford Expedition MAX’s base engine makes 375 horsepower, and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE base engine makes 329 horsepower. The Expedition MAX is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 651 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 Mercedes-Benz GLE the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Ford Expedition MAX the advantage in maximum range. The Expedition MAX uses regular unleaded, and the GLE uses premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Ford Expedition MAX and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
28976 - 52374
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.487167
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
32464 - 71999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463928
Ford Expedition MAX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.421528 / 10
Reliability:
7.164585 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford Expedition MAX Rankings
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55 out of / 56Mercedes-Benz GLE Rankings
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45 out of / 59Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Ford Expedition MAX Trim Levels
Limited, Platinum, XL Fleet, XLT
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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):
5 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:
375 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
470 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6300 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:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
481 / 651 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
64.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.8 inches
Cargo Space:
36 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
121.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
208.0 cubic feet
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:
5544 lbs
Width:
93.4 inches
Height:
76.4 inches
Length:
221.9 inches
Wheelbase:
131.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.8 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:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
275/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19