2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2019 Ford Expedition
In comparing the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE's and the 2019 Ford Expedition's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE has the advantage in the area of resale value. The 2019 Ford Expedition has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE and 2019 Ford Expedition have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE's and the 2019 Ford Expedition's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Ford Expedition is a better car than the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE.
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2019 Ford Expedition Pricing
A used 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE ranges from $32,464 to $71,999 while a used 2019 Ford Expedition is priced between $29,994 to $50,993.
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2019 Ford Expedition Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE loses 46.4 percent of its value and the 2019 Ford Expedition loses 52.4 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE retains 6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Ford Expedition.
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2019 Ford Expedition Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz GLE is 8.4 out of 10 while the Ford Expedition's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz GLE being ranked 5 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the Ford Expedition being ranked 3 out of 10 Best Large SUVs.
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2019 Ford Expedition Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz GLE is 7.2 out of 10. For the Ford Expedition the reliability rating is 9.0 out of 10. This gives the Ford Expedition an advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLE.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE’s base engine makes 329 horsepower, and the 2019 Ford Expedition base engine makes 375 horsepower. The GLE is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 566 miles. The Expedition is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 559 miles.This gives the 2019 Ford Expedition the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE the advantage in maximum range. The GLE uses premium unleaded, and the Expedition uses regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE and the 2019 Ford Expedition have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
32464 - 71999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463928
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
29994 - 50993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.524418
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 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.604573 / 10
Reliability:
9.013721 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLE Rankings
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45 out of / 59Ford Expedition Rankings
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54 out of / 56Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE Trim Levels
AMG GLE 43, AMG GLE 63, AMG GLE 63 S, GLE 400 4MATIC
2019 Ford Expedition Trim Levels
Limited, Platinum, XL Fleet, XLT
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
375 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
470 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6000 lbs
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
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 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 559 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
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:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
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:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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 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:
20.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
104.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
192.8 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5443 lbs
Width:
93.4 inches
Height:
76.6 inches
Length:
210 inches
Wheelbase:
122.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.8 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:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
275/65R18