Compare: The BMW X5 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE

 

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Look Out for the BMW X5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class in the Harriman, NY Area

If you're looking to get behind the wheel of a luxury SUV, take a look at the offerings that BMW and Mercedes-Benz that put forth. They know how to perform, they can provide room for both cargo and passengers and they have features that you won't be able to stop exploring. Orange County BMW knows that it is tough to go through the buying process of a new luxury SUV and when researching what features are best represented, your number one feature might just be driving experience. When it comes to the BMW X5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE, you may find the perfect fit.

Get in the driver's seat and check out a comparison of the two models.

BMW X5 versus Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

• The BMW SUV comes with a 3.0-liter intercooled, turbocharged engine while the Mercedes-Benz model is offered with a 3.5-liter V6 powertrain
• Both models output roughly the same horsepower while the BMW X5 manage more pounds per feet of torque than the comparable Mercedes-Benz model
• The BMW is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission while the Mercedes-Benz GLE is mated to a nine-speed automatic

• Both models offer all-wheel drive: the BMW has the xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive while the Mercedes-Benz SUV is equipped with the 4MATIC all-wheel drive feature
• While both models offer roomy rides for you and your passengers, the BMW SUV provides more legroom and headroom for a cozier experience
• Each model provides plenty of cargo space for those larger trips with the Mercedes-Benz offering more cubic feet with both the seats down or up
• For a luxurious driving experience, the BMW X5 provides more interior entertainment for those long drives home with the standard twin 12.3-inch touch and voice-activated screens

Overall, the two luxury SUVs match up well, comparable in pricing but the BMW offers more basic features that you would have to pay extra for on the Mercedes-Benz model

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Want to see if the luxury the BMW X5 SAV stands up to your test? Come down to our dealership today to try it out for yourself!