GMC Yukon XL vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE
When comparing the GMC Yukon XL's and the Mercedes-Benz GLE's specifications and ratings, the GMC Yukon XL has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz GLE has the advantage in the areas of resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the GMC Yukon XL's and the Mercedes-Benz GLE's specifications and ratings, the GMC Yukon XL is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz GLE.
GMC Yukon XL vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE Pricing
For a new model, the GMC Yukon XL's price is between $68,449 and $104,575, with the Mercedes-Benz GLE priced between $68,535 and $131,568.
GMC Yukon XL vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the GMC Yukon XL loses 46.9 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz GLE loses 46.4 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz GLE retains 0.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the GMC Yukon XL.
GMC Yukon XL vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the GMC Yukon XL is 7.9 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLE's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the GMC Yukon XL being ranked 7 out of 10 Best Large SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLE being ranked 5 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs.
GMC Yukon XL vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the GMC Yukon XL is 8.8 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLE the reliability rating is 7.2 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 GMC Yukon XL’s base engine makes 355 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLE base engine makes 255 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The GMC Yukon XL and Mercedes-Benz GLE are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Mercedes-Benz GLE has higher safety ratings than the GMC Yukon XL, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
68449 - 104575
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.468675
Pricing
New Asking Price:
68535 - 131568
Used Asking Price:
64991 - 100297
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463928
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 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.421528 / 10
Reliability:
7.164585 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
GMC Yukon XL Rankings
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26 out of / 30Mercedes-Benz GLE Rankings
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45 out of / 59Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
GMC Yukon XL Trim Levels
AT4, Denali, Denali Ultimate, SLE, SLT
Mercedes-Benz GLE Trim Levels
AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 63 S, GLE 350 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC, GLE 580 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):
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:
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
450 / 608 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.4 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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5633 lbs
Width:
81 inches
Height:
76.5 inches
Length:
225.2 inches
Wheelbase:
134.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4916 lbs
Width:
84.9 inches
Height:
70.8 inches
Length:
193.9 inches
Wheelbase:
117.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
265/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19