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BMW XM vs Mercedes GLE - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (748 HP vs 634 HP), boot space and price (114700 £ vs 76300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Mercedes GLE?

BMW XM

Mercedes GLE

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

XM

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes GLE has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 76300 £, while the BMW XM costs 114700 £. That’s a price difference of around 38415 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLE manages with 2 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the BMW XM with 4.70 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes GLE performs evident better – achieving up to 114 km, about 34 km more than the BMW XM.

GLE

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW XM has a a bit edge – offering 748 HP compared to 634 HP. That’s roughly 114 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes GLE takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW XM pulls somewhat stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

XM

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: BMW XM offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLE is a bit lighter – 2310 kg compared to 2695 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers to a small extent more room – 655 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLE performs to a small extent better – up to 2055 L, which is about 235 L more than the BMW XM.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLE evident takes the win – 705 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLE proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLE is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £76,300
GLE

Mercedes GLE

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 289 - 634 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 12.5 L
  • Electric Range : 89 - 114 km
BMW XM
Mercedes GLE

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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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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 XM
Mercedes GLE
XM
GLE

Costs and Consumption

Price
114700 - 157200 £
Price
76300 - 175800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.1 L
Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
77 - 80 km
Electric Range
89 - 114 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
co2
105 - 138 g/km
co2
53 - 284 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 L
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2695 - 2795 kg
Curb weight
2310 - 2800 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Length
5110 mm
Length
4924 - 4961 mm
Width
2005 mm
Width
1947 mm
Height
1755 mm
Height
1716 - 1797 mm
Max trunk capacity
1820 L
Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
460 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
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
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
289 - 634 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
Torque
700 - 1000 Nm
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
213 - 466 kW
Engine capacity
2998 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the BMW XM?

The BMW XM is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.