Mercedes GLE 2023 vs Lexus RX 2022
| Comparing electrical vehicle (EV) with combustion engine (ICE) one is a complex task, but we are doing our best. | |||
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.4 Hybrid | |
| Diesel (Mercedes GLE) engines offer better fuel efficiency on highways and deliver high torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy-duty use. Hybrid (Lexus RX) engines, however, are more fuel efficient in city traffic and produce lower emissions, especially during low-speed or stop-and-go conditions. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 269 HP | 271 HP | |
| Torque: | 550 NM | 460 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.9 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Mercedes GLE engine produces 2 HP less power than Lexus RX, but torque is 90 NM more than Lexus RX. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Consumption: | 8.7 l/100km | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 85 litres | 65 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 205 mm (8.1 inches) | 205 mm (8.1 inches) | |
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.95 m | 4.89 m | |
| Width: | 2.02 m | 1.92 m | |
| Height: | 1.78 m | 1.71 m | |
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Mercedes GLE is larger. Mercedes GLE is 6 cm longer than the Lexus RX, 10 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes GLE is 7 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 630 litres | 838 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
2055 litres | 1308 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Mercedes GLE uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes GLE (by 747 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes GLE is 1.2 metres more than that of the Lexus RX, which means Mercedes GLE can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`970 kg | 2`719 kg | |
| Net weight: | 2`260 kg | 2`155 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 710 kg | 564 kg | |
| Mercedes GLE load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 21 procentiem more than Lexus RX. Therefore, Mercedes GLE is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 78 200 | 67 800 | |
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