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Mercedes GLE vs Bentley Flying Spur comparison
Compare performance (585 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (78,900 £ vs 180,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or Bentley Flying Spur?
Mercedes GLE vs Bentley Flying Spur: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
GLE
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.
Mercedes GLE is considerably cheaper – starting at 78,900 £ , while the Bentley Flying Spur costs 180,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 101,945 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE uses 3.2 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Bentley Flying Spur with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLE offers considerably more range – reaching up to 104 km, about 63 km more than the Bentley Flying Spur.
Flying Spur
Engine and Performance:
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 offers marginally more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 550 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Flying Spur is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Mercedes GLE takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Bentley Flying Spur delivers very slightly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.
GLE
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: Mercedes GLE offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Bentley Flying Spur is only slightly lighter – 2,330 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers clearly more boot space – 655 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 235 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries slightly more – 770 kg compared to 650 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 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
Mercedes GLE
Mercedes GLE
Bentley Flying Spur
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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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Bentley Flying Spur
The Bentley Flying Spur wraps landmark luxury and bespoke British craft into a sedan that feels like a private members' club you can park in your driveway. It delivers chauffeur-grade comfort wrapped in driver-focused poise, turning an ordinary commute into a memorably grand arrival.
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Mercedes GLE
Bentley Flying Spur
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
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Price
180,900 - 186,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 12.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
91 - 104 km
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Electric Range
41 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
18 kWh
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co2
72 - 241 g/km
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co2
75 - 288 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
80 - 90 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
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Curb weight
2,330 - 2,505 kg
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Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
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Trunk capacity
420 L
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Length
-
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Length
5,316 mm
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Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
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Width
2,013 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
495 - 770 kg
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Payload
525 - 650 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
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
309 - 585 HP
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Power HP
544 - 550 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 4.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
285 - 318 km/h
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
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Torque
750 - 770 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
227 - 430 kW
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Power kW
400 - 404 kW
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,894 - 3,996 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Bentley
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