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Maserati Grecale vs Mercedes GLE comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 78,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Maserati Grecale or Mercedes GLE?

Maserati Grecale vs Mercedes GLE: Key differences

Maserati Grecale

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Mercedes GLE

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • 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

Grecale

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.

Maserati Grecale is somewhat cheaper – starting at 71,600 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,331 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE uses 3.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Maserati Grecale with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 5.6 L/100km.

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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 Mercedes GLE offers barely more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati Grecale is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes GLE takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers somewhat more torque with 750 Nm compared to 620 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

Grecale

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, Maserati Grecale is markedly lighter – 1,870 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 520 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers somewhat more boot space – 655 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries slightly more – 770 kg compared to 690 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 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
Maserati Grecale
Mercedes GLE

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Maserati Grecale

The Maserati Grecale blends Italian flair with everyday usability, delivering a lively driving character wrapped in a surprisingly polished cabin. It's a compelling choice for buyers who want exotic looks and engaging driving without the fuss of a supercar, and it even manages to feel at home on the school run as well as on a spirited backroad.

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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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Maserati Grecale
Mercedes GLE

Costs and Consumption

Price
71,600 - 107,400 £
Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
199 - 254 g/km
co2
72 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,870 - 2,027 kg
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Trunk capacity
535 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,948 - 1,979 mm
Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
643 - 690 kg
Payload
495 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
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
301 - 530 HP
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
450 - 620 Nm
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
221 - 390 kW
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 3,000 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3

General

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