Lexus GX 460 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lexus GX 460 and Mercedes-Benz GLE contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Lexus GX 460 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE.
In comparing the Lexus GX 460's and the Mercedes-Benz GLE's specifications and ratings, the Lexus GX 460 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz GLE has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Lexus GX 460's and the Mercedes-Benz GLE's specifications and ratings, the Lexus GX 460 is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz GLE.
Pricing: A used 2023 Lexus GX 460 ranges from $53,395 to $66,997 while a used 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE is priced between $44,916 to $87,273. For a new model, the Lexus GX 460's price is between $61,453 and $73,346, with the Mercedes-Benz GLE priced between $66,695 and $135,283.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus GX 460 loses 41.3 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz GLE loses 50.8 percent of its value. This means the Lexus GX 460 retains 9.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mercedes-Benz GLE.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus GX 460 is 7.9 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLE's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Lexus GX 460 being ranked 6 out of 27 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLE being ranked 2 out of 27.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus GX 460 is 8.4 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLE the reliability rating is 7.7 out of 10. This gives the Lexus GX 460 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLE.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lexus GX 460’s base engine makes 301 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLE base engine makes 255 horsepower. The GX 460 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 437 miles. The GLE is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 563 miles. This gives the Mercedes-Benz GLE the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lexus GX 460. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Mercedes-Benz GLE has higher safety ratings than the Lexus GX 460, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
61453 - 73346
Starting MSRP:
58875
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
71802
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
44825 - 125800
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
66695 - 135283
Starting MSRP:
57700
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
71802
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
44825 - 125800
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
60260
Price Range:
53395 - 66997
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
62766
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
40377 - 103122
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
590
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
35246
# Good or Great Deals:
78
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
61878
Price Range:
44916 - 87273
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
62766
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
40377 - 103122
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Lexus GX 460 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus GX 460
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
13.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
11.0
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
7.7 - 14.8
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.48
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mercedes-Benz GLE
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
11.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
11.0
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
7.7 - 14.8
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.13
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.1245723287968743
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
3.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
1.1 - 16.5
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.574585115999408
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
3.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
1.1 - 16.5
Lexus GX 460 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 27Ranking
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6 out of / 27Ranking
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15 out of / 27Ranking
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22 out of / 27Ranking
24 out of / 27Ranking
25 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Ranking
28 out of / 29Mercedes-Benz GLE Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 27Ranking
1 out of / 27Ranking
2 out of / 68Ranking
2 out of / 27Ranking
2 out of / 27Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
3 out of / 68Ranking
4 out of / 68Ranking
4 out of / 68Ranking
5 out of / 68Ranking
5 out of / 68Ranking
5 out of / 27Ranking
6 out of / 27Ranking
6 out of / 27Ranking
6 out of / 27Ranking
6 out of / 23Ranking
7 out of / 27Ranking
8 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 23Ranking
14 out of / 68Ranking
17 out of / 27Ranking
22 out of / 68Ranking
24 out of / 68Ranking
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35 out of / 68Ranking
45 out of / 60Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus GX 460 Trim Levels
Base, Luxury
Mercedes-Benz GLE Trim Levels
AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 63 S, GLE 350, GLE 350 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC, GLE 580 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 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
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
301 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
329 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
345 / 437 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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):
20 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
450 / 563 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
11.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
141.3 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5126 lbs
Width:
74.2 inches
Height:
74.2 inches
Length:
192.1 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Onyx / Caviar
Blue
Nightfall Mica
Gray
Nebula Gray Pearl
Green
Nori Green Pearl
Silver
Atomic Silver
White
Eminent White Pearl
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Obsidian Black Metallic
Blue
Not available
Gray
Selenite Grey Metallic
Green
Emerald Green Metallic
Silver
Cirrus Silver Metallic / Mojave Silver Metallic
White
MANUFAKTUR Diamond White Metallic / Polar White
Red
MANUFAKTUR Cardinal Red Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black w/ Gray Sapele Wood and Aluminum Trim / Black w/ Linear Espresso Wood Trim
Brown
Sepia w/ Gray Sapele Wood and Aluminum Trim
Gray
Boulder w/ Open-Pore Ash Trim and Gray Stitching / Ecru w/ Gray Sapele Wood and Aluminum Trim / Ecru w/ Linear Espresso Wood Trim
Red
Rioja Red w/ Gray Sapele Wood and Aluminum Trim
Beige
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Brown
Espresso Brown/Black
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Beige
Macchiato Beige/Black
White
White/Black
