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Mercedes GLE vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (78,900 £ vs 32,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?

Mercedes GLE vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,555 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE uses 3.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

2 Series Gran Coupe

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 significantly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 285 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

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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, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is significantly lighter – 1,495 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 895 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers visibly more boot space – 655 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 225 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries clearly more – 770 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 285 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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
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Mercedes GLE

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4.6 (2 Reviews)
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Andreas
7 Jun 2026, 08:43:32

Mercedes is completely superior to Volvo, which feels plasticky and noisy with poor fit and finish, a poor tactile feel in the controls and a lack of buttons.

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Victor
10 Apr 2026, 07:46:13

I just love Benz cars

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pairs sharp handling with surprising practicality, wearing BMW's sporty looks in a compact, city-friendly shell. It's ideal for buyers who want a premium driving experience without the fuss of something larger — all the attitude, none of the excess.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Price
32,400 - 54,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
72 - 241 g/km
co2
110 - 170 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 - 770 kg
Payload
455 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
BMW
What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLE?

The Mercedes GLE is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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