Compare performance (634 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (76300 £ vs 177300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or Bentley Bentayga?
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 Bentley Bentayga costs 177300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 100987 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLE manages with 2 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Bentley Bentayga with 13 L. The difference is about 11 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLE performs decisively better – achieving up to 114 km, about 64 km more than the Bentley Bentayga.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLE has a somewhat edge – offering 634 HP compared to 550 HP. That’s roughly 84 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Bentley Bentayga takes 4.50 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Bentley Bentayga performs barely noticeable better – reaching 290 km/h, while the Mercedes GLE tops out at 280 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLE pulls barely noticeable stronger with 850 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Mercedes GLE is hardly perceptible lighter – 2310 kg compared to 2415 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers distinct more room – 655 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 171 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLE performs a bit better – up to 2055 L, which is about 281 L more than the Bentley Bentayga.
When it comes to payload, Bentley Bentayga to a small extent takes the win – 835 kg compared to 705 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.
The Mercedes GLE holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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.
detailsThe Bentley Bentayga wraps top-tier luxury and SUV practicality into one impeccably finished package, with a hushed cabin and amenities that pamper both driver and passengers. It’s the sort of car that signals success with understatement — a tailored suit on wheels that makes long drives feel like first-class travel.
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Price
76300 - 175800 £
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Price
177300 - 230400 £
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Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
13 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
89 - 114 km
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Electric Range
50 km
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Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
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Battery Capacity
17.30 kWh
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co2
53 - 284 g/km
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co2
294 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 L
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Fuel tank capacity
75 - 85 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2310 - 2800 kg
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Curb weight
2415 - 2514 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
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Trunk capacity
484 L
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Length
4924 - 4961 mm
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Length
5125 - 5305 mm
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Width
1947 mm
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Width
1998 mm
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Height
1716 - 1797 mm
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Height
1728 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
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Max trunk capacity
1774 L
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Payload
460 - 705 kg
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Payload
736 - 835 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
289 - 634 HP
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Power HP
462 - 550 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 5.3 s
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Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
254 - 290 km/h
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Torque
500 - 850 Nm
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Torque
700 - 770 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
213 - 466 kW
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Power kW
340 - 404 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3
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Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2020 - 2022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Bentley
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.