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Mazda CX-60 vs Mercedes GLE comparison

Compare performance (327 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (43,700 £ vs 78,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-60 or Mercedes GLE?

Mazda CX-60 vs Mercedes GLE: Key differences

Mazda CX-60

4.5 (9 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Mercedes GLE

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • 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

CX-60

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.

Mazda CX-60 is substantially cheaper – starting at 43,700 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,241 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE uses 3.2 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Mazda CX-60 with 3.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLE offers clearly more range – reaching up to 104 km, about 41 km more than the Mazda CX-60.

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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 substantially more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 327 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Mazda CX-60 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers noticeably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

CX-60

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, Mazda CX-60 is noticeably lighter – 1,890 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 500 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers somewhat more boot space – 655 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries visibly more – 770 kg compared to 612 kg. That’s a difference of about 158 kg.

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
Mazda CX-60
Mercedes GLE

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mazda CX-60

The Mazda CX-60 pairs sculpted, understated looks with poised handling and a cabin that punches above its class, making long drives feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers who want a premium feel without the showroom swagger, it's the sort of car that earns respect quietly — and still manages a wink when you push on.

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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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Mazda CX-60
Mercedes GLE

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,700 - 57,900 £
Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
63 km
Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
85 - 137 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
1,890 - 2,055 kg
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
581 - 612 kg
Payload
495 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 327 HP
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
450 - 550 Nm
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
147 - 241 kW
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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