2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2024 BMW X5

If you’re trying to decide between the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 vs. BMW X5 for your Santa Rosa drives and commutes, you’re not alone. These two luxury SUVs reign over the rest of their class, and each has plenty to offer Petaluma drivers in terms of power, luxury, comfort, and style. While these two rivals are similar, they have plenty differentiating them—and a savvy car shopper will notice that the GLE features better value, more luxury, and more room than the X5, plus other advantages. Compare the BMW X5 vs. GLE below, then come to Mercedes-Benz of Santa Rosa for a test drive today.

Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 vs. BMW X5: Pricing

When we compare the standard configurations of the BMW X5 vs. GLE 350, it’s clear that Mercedes-Benz offers a much better value proposition than BMW for its midsize SUV:

• 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 SUV Starting Price: $62,650 MSRP*
• 2024 BMW X5 sDrive40i Starting Price: $65,200 MSRP

While both models offer Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto®, expansive touchscreen infotainment systems and digital gauge clusters, and other essentials like blind spot monitoring, only the Mercedes-Benz GLE features a standard hands-free power liftgate and Brake HOLD, which keeps the brake held at stop lights and heavy traffic without your foot constantly applied. To get similar features on the X5—even if you can—you’ll have to spring for an upgrade.

In terms of overall quality, you’ll find that the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE has one of the best interiors in the luxury midsize SUV class, with a stylish, spacious cabin with floating, all-digital dash, 64-color ambient lighting, and more. While your decision will ultimately come down to your desires, we believe you’ll agree that the 2024 GLE 350 feels more luxurious than the competition.

Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. BMW X5: Dimensions

If you need an SUV to drive your family around Windsor, you’ll be interested in the cargo volume in the BMW X5 vs. GLE 350. In this matter, the Mercedes-Benz GLE has an advantage with all the seats down:

• Mercedes-Benz GLE cargo capacity: 33.3 cubic feet – 74.9 cubic feet
• BMW X5 cargo capacity: 33.9 cubic feet – 72.3 cubic feet

When comparing the BMW X5 vs. GLE 350 seating capacities, you’ll notice that both offer standard seating for five passengers, with an optional upgrade to a third row and seven seats available for Healdsburg drivers. However, if you’re concerned about your passengers’ comfort in your SUV, you’ll want to opt for the Mercedes-Benz GLE:

• Mercedes-Benz GLE legroom (front/rear): 40.3 inches / 40.9 inches
• BMW X5 legroom (front/rear): 39.8 inches / 37.4 inches

Those three extra inches of second-row legroom make a difference in passenger comfort on shorter commutes and longer drives.

Step Into the Mercedes-Benz GLE at Mercedes-Benz of Santa Rosa!

Ready to see more of your next SUV? Now that you’ve compared the Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. BMW X5, you can browse our inventory of new GLE vehicles or view our lease and financing specials! Then contact us online or at 707-542-4811 to schedule a test drive at our Santa Rosa dealership—we’re sure you’ll find even more to love after you get behind the wheel. For more helpful reads, check out our guides on the Mercedes-Benz maintenance schedule and whether MB models need premium gas! 

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