Lexus RX 450h vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE
In comparing the Lexus RX 450h to the Mercedes-Benz GLE, the Lexus RX 450h has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, overall quality score and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz GLE has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Lexus RX 450h versus the Mercedes-Benz GLE, the Lexus RX 450h is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz GLE.
Lexus RX 450h versus Mercedes-Benz GLE Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Lexus RX 450h ranges from $41,940 to $53,715 while a used Mercedes-Benz GLE from the same model year range is priced between $38,975 to $83,911. For a new model, the Lexus RX 450h's price is between $54,511 and $65,981, with the Mercedes-Benz GLE priced between $62,617 and $112,494.
Lexus RX 450h versus Mercedes-Benz GLE Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus RX 450h is 9.3 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLE's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Lexus RX 450h being ranked 1 out of 17 Best Luxury Hybrid SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLE being ranked 10 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus RX 450h’s base engine makes 308 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLE base engine makes 255 horsepower. The RX 450h is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles. The GLE is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 563 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Lexus RX 450h has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance, while the Mercedes-Benz GLE has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Mercedes-Benz GLE has higher safety ratings than the Lexus RX 450h, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.70 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Mercedes-Benz GLE has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$54,511 - $65,981
Used Asking Price:
$41,940 - $53,715
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$62,617 - $112,494
Used Asking Price:
$38,975 - $83,911
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.4%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.3 / 10
Reliability:
9.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
9.4 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
5.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 17iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 21Ranking
16 out of / 21Ranking
17 out of / 67Ranking
31 out of / 67Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT, F SPORT Handling
Trim Levels
GLE 350, GLE 350 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC, AMG GLE 53, GLE 580 4MATIC, AMG GLE 63 S
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):
4.70 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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
308 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
31 / 28 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
533 / 482 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
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
32.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
114.1 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:
4740 lbs
Width:
74.6 inches
Height:
67.7 inches
Length:
192.5 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 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 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19
