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BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes GLE comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 78,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Mercedes GLE?

BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes GLE: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Mercedes GLE

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • somewhat more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes GLE is clearly cheaper – starting at 78,900 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,859 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE uses 3.2 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the BMW 7 Series with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLE offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 104 km, about 24 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLE offers marginally more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 571 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Mercedes GLE takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers marginally more torque with 800 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

7 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 7 Series is barely lighter – 2,255 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers somewhat more boot space – 655 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries somewhat more – 770 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLE is clearly superior overall 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.

from £78,900
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Mercedes GLE

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 309 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 91 - 104 km
BMW 7 Series
Mercedes GLE

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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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 7 Series
Mercedes GLE

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
72 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,950 mm
Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
495 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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