Mercedes-Benz GLE vs BMW X6 Comparison

Mercedes-Benz GLE

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2024 Mercedes-Benz

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CarExpert Score

CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.

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7.7

8.1

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Based on the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 d 4MATIC

Based on the BMW X6 xDRIVE40i M SPORT MHEV

Best suitable for...

Driving the family

Towing

Luxury

Fuel Efficiency

65L - 85L

429 to 808 km

80L - 83L

616 to 1038 km

Warranty

5 year
warranty

MSRP

$139,900 - $168,800

$140,900 - $247,900

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CarExpert's Take

James Wong

Production Editor

James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Six-cylinder diesel is a beauty
Comfort-focused drive is plush
Updated tech works well

Misses

$30,000 dearer than equivalent X5
Still needs (expensive) options ticked
Cabin execution feels underdone

Scott Collie

Head of Content

Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Buttery smooth petrol engine
Luxurious, well appointed interior
Facelift has made for a prettier front end

Misses

Petrol engine is thirsty in town
Updated infotainment technology still needs refining
Big price rises for 2024

Standard Features

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Wireless phone charger

Powered tailgate

Rear air vents

Adaptive cruise control

Climate control

Reversing sensors

Reversing camera

Autonomous emergency braking

Optional Features

Metallic Paint Premium (+$3,200)
Towbar Pack (+$2,900)
Urban Guard Vehicle Protection Plus (+$1,500)

Individual Metallic Paint (+$2,400)

Reviews

7.7

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE review

The updated GLE SUV pushes further upmarket with its pricing, but the recipe remains the same – does it justify $30,000 over an X5?

James Wong

8.1

2024 BMW X6 review

The BMW X6 is the original coupe SUV. It's been given an update for 2024 which (mostly) improves the formula.

Scott Collie

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Specs

Type
TURBO CDI, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TWINTURBO DIESEL DFI		TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO CDI, TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ
Size (cc)
1950 - 2999		2993 - 4395
Size (L)
2.9L, 2.0L, 3.0L		4.4L, 3.0L
Induction
DIESEL TURBO 6, DIESEL TURBO 4, TURBO 6		TURBO V8, DIESEL TURBO 6, TURBO 6
Camshaft
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM		DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
16 - 24		24 - 32
Power
180kW - 280kW		210kW - 460kW
Power RPM
3600 - 5500		4000 - 6000
Torque
500Nm - 750Nm		520Nm - 750Nm
Torque RPM
1200 - 1600		1500 - 1850
Bore Stroke
-		-
Compression Ratio
10.5 - 15.5		10 - 16.5

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Mercedes-Benz GLE vs BMW X6 Comparison