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Bentley Bentayga vs Mercedes GLE comparison
Compare performance (550 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (177,300 £ vs 78,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Bentley Bentayga or Mercedes GLE?
Bentley Bentayga vs Mercedes GLE: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Bentayga
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes GLE is considerably cheaper – starting at 78,900 £ , while the Bentley Bentayga costs 177,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 98,345 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE uses 3.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Bentley Bentayga with 13 L/100km. The difference is about 9.8 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLE offers considerably more range – reaching up to 104 km, about 54 km more than the Bentley Bentayga.
GLE
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLE offers very slightly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 550 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.5 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Bentley Bentayga delivers very slightly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.
Bentayga
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes GLE is marginally lighter – 2,390 kg compared to 2,415 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers markedly more boot space – 655 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 171 L.
When it comes to payload, the Bentley Bentayga carries only slightly more – 835 kg compared to 770 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes GLE holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
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Mercedes GLE
Bentley Bentayga
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Bentley Bentayga
The Bentley Bentayga wraps top-tier luxury and SUV practicality into one impeccably finished package, with a hushed cabin and amenities that pamper both driver and passengers. It’s the sort of car that signals success with understatement — a tailored suit on wheels that makes long drives feel like first-class travel.
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Mercedes GLE
The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.
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Bentley Bentayga
Mercedes GLE
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
177,300 - 230,400 £
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Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
13 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
50 km
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Electric Range
91 - 104 km
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Battery Capacity
17.3 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
294 g/km
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co2
72 - 241 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
75 - 85 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,415 - 2,514 kg
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Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
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Trunk capacity
484 L
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Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
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Length
5,125 - 5,305 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,998 mm
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Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
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Height
1,728 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,774 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
736 - 835 kg
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Payload
495 - 770 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
462 - 550 HP
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Power HP
309 - 585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 5.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
254 - 290 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
700 - 770 Nm
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
340 - 404 kW
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Power kW
227 - 430 kW
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Engine capacity
2,995 - 3,996 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
Bentley
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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