BMW 5 Series Touring vs Mercedes GLE - Differences and prices compared

Q: How much power does the BMW 5 Series Touring deliver on the road?

Depending on the version, the BMW 5 Series Touring delivers up to 727 HP.

Q: What are the consumption figures for the BMW 5 Series Touring in liters per 100 km?

On average, the BMW 5 Series Touring consumes 2.30 L.

Q: What is the BMW 5 Series Touring’s maximum WLTP range?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 98 km.

Q: How many kWh does the BMW 5 Series Touring’s battery hold?

The battery offers a capacity of 19.40 kWh.

Q: How many liters of cargo space does the BMW 5 Series Touring offer?

Depending on configuration, up to 570 L fit inside.

Q: What are the dimensions of the BMW 5 Series Touring?

Length 5060 mm, width 1900 mm, height 1515 mm – those are the dimensions of the BMW 5 Series Touring.

Q: What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLE?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower of the Mercedes GLE?

Up to 634 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: What is the fuel consumption of the Mercedes GLE according to the manufacturer?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 2 L.

Compare performance (727 HP vs 634 HP), boot space and price (52500 £ vs 76300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Touring or Mercedes GLE?

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BMW 5 Series Touring

Mercedes GLE

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5 Series Touring

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BMW 5 Series Touring has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 52500 £, while the Mercedes GLE costs 76300 £. That’s a price difference of around 23728 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLE manages with 2 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the BMW 5 Series Touring with 2.30 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes GLE performs a bit better – achieving up to 114 km, about 16 km more than the BMW 5 Series Touring.

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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 BMW 5 Series Touring has a to a small extent edge – offering 727 HP compared to 634 HP. That’s roughly 93 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Mercedes GLE takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLE performs slightly better – reaching 280 km/h, while the BMW 5 Series Touring tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 5 Series Touring pulls to a small extent stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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5 Series Touring

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 curb weight, BMW 5 Series Touring is noticeable lighter – 1850 kg compared to 2310 kg. The difference is around 460 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers a bit more room – 655 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLE performs a bit better – up to 2055 L, which is about 355 L more than the BMW 5 Series Touring.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLE to a small extent takes the win – 705 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes GLE shows itself to be only a minor advantage and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Mercedes GLE

Price : 76300 - 175800 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 289 - 634 HP
Consumption L/100km : 2 - 12.5 L
Electric Range : 89 - 114 km
Battery Capacity : 24.8 - 25 kWh
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 3.9 - 6.9 s
Model Year : 2024 - 2025
Max Speed : 210 - 280 km/h
Torque : 500 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4 - 8
Doors : 5
Model : GLE
Modell : GLE 450, GLE 53 AMG, GLE Coupé 53 AMG, GLE 400 e, GLE 580, GLE 300 d, GLE 350 de, GLE 450 d, GLE 53 Hybrid AMG, GLE 63 AMG S , GLE Coupé 53 Hybrid AMG, GLE Coupé 63 AMG S, GLE Coupé 400 e, GLE Coupé 300 d, GLE Coupé 350 de, GLE Coupé 450 d
CO2 Efficiency Class : G, B, F
Trim Level : Advanced Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Premium 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Advanced Plus 4MATIC+ SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G, Premium 4MATIC+ SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G, Premium Plus 4MATIC+ SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G, Edition 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Advanced 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Edition MANUFAKTUR Arctic Silver Edition 4MATIC+ SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G
Power kW : 213 - 466 kW
co2 : 53 - 284 g/km
Engine capacity : 1993 - 3982 cm3
Curb weight : 2310 - 2800 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 65 - 85 L
Trunk capacity : 490 - 655 L
Length : 4924 - 4961 mm
Width : 1947 mm
Height : 1716 - 1797 mm
Brand : Mercedes-Benz
Max trunk capacity : 1645 - 2055 L
Payload : 460 - 705 kg

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BMW 5 Series Touring

The BMW 5 Series Touring takes executive elegance and stretches it into a practical estate, marrying refined interior comfort with everyday usability. It drives with reassuring poise, offers plenty of space for luggage or a small life's worth of gear, and somehow manages to look sharper than most saloons in the car park — a compelling choice if you want luxury without surrendering practicality.

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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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BMW 5 Series Touring

Mercedes GLE

Costs and Consumption
Price 52500 - 125500 £	Price 76300 - 175800 £
Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 6.1 L	Consumption L/100km 2 - 12.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 66 - 98 km	Electric Range 89 - 114 km
Battery Capacity 18.6 - 19.4 kWh	Battery Capacity 24.8 - 25 kWh
co2 53 - 157 g/km	co2 53 - 284 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 60 L	Fuel tank capacity 65 - 85 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Estate	Body Type SUV
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1850 - 2550 kg	Curb weight 2310 - 2800 kg
Trunk capacity 500 - 570 L	Trunk capacity 490 - 655 L
Length 5060 - 5096 mm	Length 4924 - 4961 mm
Width 1900 - 1970 mm	Width 1947 mm
Height 1515 - 1516 mm	Height 1716 - 1797 mm
Max trunk capacity 1630 - 1700 L	Max trunk capacity 1645 - 2055 L
Payload 500 - 620 kg	Payload 460 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid	Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox	Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive	Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 197 - 727 HP	Power HP 289 - 634 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.6 - 7.5 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed 218 - 250 km/h	Max Speed 210 - 280 km/h
Torque 330 - 1000 Nm	Torque 500 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 8	Number of Cylinders 4 - 8
Power kW 145 - 535 kW	Power kW 213 - 466 kW
Engine capacity 1995 - 4395 cm3	Engine capacity 1993 - 3982 cm3