2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2021 Chevrolet Suburban
In comparing the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE's and the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban's specifications and ratings, the 2021 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. The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE's and the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2021 Chevrolet Suburban Pricing
A used 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE ranges from $45,207 to $89,994 while a used 2021 Chevrolet Suburban is priced between $46,784 to $71,725.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2021 Chevrolet Suburban Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE loses 46.4 percent of its value and the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban loses 45.6 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban retains 0.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2021 Chevrolet Suburban Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz GLE is 8.4 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Suburban's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz GLE being ranked 5 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the Chevrolet Suburban being ranked 6 out of 10 Best Large SUVs.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2021 Chevrolet Suburban Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz GLE is 7.2 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Suburban the reliability rating is 8.8 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 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban base engine makes 355 horsepower. The GLE is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 585 miles. The Suburban is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 560 miles. This gives the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban. The GLE uses premium unleaded, and the Suburban uses regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE has higher safety ratings than the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
45207 - 89994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463928
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
46784 - 71725
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.456234
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 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.006456 / 10
Reliability:
8.819368 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLE Rankings
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45 out of / 59Chevrolet Suburban Rankings
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25 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE Trim Levels
AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 63 S, GLE 350, GLE 350 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC, GLE 580 4MATIC
2021 Chevrolet Suburban Trim Levels
Fleet, High Country, LS, LT, Premier, RST, Z71
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 / 100000 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:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 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:
7800 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
428 / 585 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):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
420 / 560 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
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
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Cargo Space:
33.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
74.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.8 inches
Cargo Space:
41.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
144.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4608 lbs
Width:
84.9 inches
Height:
70.7 inches
Length:
194.3 inches
Wheelbase:
117.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5616 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
75.7 inches
Length:
225.7 inches
Wheelbase:
134.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/65R18