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Mercedes GLE vs KGM Actyon comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (80,000 £ vs 39,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or KGM Actyon?

Mercedes GLE vs KGM Actyon: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
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KGM Actyon

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • barely 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.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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.

KGM Actyon is substantially cheaper – starting at 39,000 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 80,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE uses 3.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the KGM Actyon with 6.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLE offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 381 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm more.

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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, KGM Actyon is significantly lighter – 1,550 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 840 kg.

Looking at boot space, the KGM Actyon offers barely more boot space – 668 L compared to 655 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries markedly more – 770 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 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 £80,000 96% · 2026-09-23
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Mercedes GLE

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plug-in 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
Mercedes GLE
KGM Actyon

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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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KGM Actyon

The SsangYong Actyon is a compact crossover with distinctive, angular styling and a practical, versatile interior that feels purposeful rather than flashy. It suits buyers who want a budget-minded, no-nonsense vehicle offering everyday comfort and straightforward, reliable engineering.

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Mercedes GLE
KGM Actyon

Costs and Consumption

Price
from 80,000 £ 96% · 2026-09-23
Price
from 39,000 £ 88% · 2026-09-23
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.1 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
72 - 241 g/km
co2
138 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Curb weight
1,550 - 1,725 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
668 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
495 - 770 kg
Payload
500 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Power HP
163 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Power kW
120 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3

General

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