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Ferrari Purosangue vs Mercedes GLE comparison

Compare performance (725 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (324,700 £ vs 78,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ferrari Purosangue or Mercedes GLE?

Ferrari Purosangue vs Mercedes GLE: Key differences

Ferrari Purosangue

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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Mercedes GLE

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably 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

Purosangue

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes GLE is substantially cheaper – starting at 78,900 £ , while the Ferrari Purosangue costs 324,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 245,836 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE uses 3.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Ferrari Purosangue with 17.1 L/100km. The difference is about 13.9 L/100km.

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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 Ferrari Purosangue offers slightly more power – delivering 725 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ferrari Purosangue is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Mercedes GLE takes 4.5 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers barely more torque with 750 Nm compared to 692 Nm. That’s about 58 Nm more.

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.

Seats: Mercedes GLE offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Ferrari Purosangue is somewhat lighter – 2,033 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 357 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers noticeably more boot space – 655 L compared to 473 L. That’s a difference of about 182 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLE is far ahead 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
Ferrari Purosangue
Mercedes GLE

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Dimensions and Body

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Ferrari Purosangue

Ferrari Purosangue flips the script on what a Ferrari can be, marrying the brand's savage performance and intoxicating exhaust note with the space and practicality of a usable grand tourer. For buyers who crave supercar drama without sacrificing everyday comfort, the Purosangue offers theatrical driving thrills and enough presence to stop traffic at the valet.

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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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Ferrari Purosangue
Mercedes GLE

Costs and Consumption

Price
324,700 £
Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Consumption L/100km
17.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
389 g/km
co2
72 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
100 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,033 kg
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Trunk capacity
473 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Length
4,973 mm
Length
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Width
2,028 mm
Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Height
1,589 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
495 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
725 HP
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
312 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
692 Nm
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
12
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
533 kW
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
6,496 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Ferrari
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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