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Mercedes GLE vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (634 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (76300 £ vs 78600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

Mercedes GLE

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes GLE has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 76300 £ , while the Land Rover Range Rover Sport costs 78600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2330 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLE manages with 2 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Land Rover Range Rover Sport with 2.70 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 118 km, about 4 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

Range Rover Sport

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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has a slight edge – offering 635 HP compared to 634 HP. That’s roughly 1 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes GLE takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 hardly perceptible stronger with 850 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLE is minimal lighter – 2310 kg compared to 2390 kg. The difference is around 80 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers barely noticeable more room – 655 L compared to 647 L. That’s a difference of about 8 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLE performs evident better – up to 2055 L, which is about 564 L more than the Land Rover Range Rover Sport.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Range Rover Sport to a small extent takes the win – 830 kg compared to 705 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes GLE shows itself to be leads convincingly overall and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £76,300
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Mercedes GLE

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 289 - 634 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 12.5 L
  • Electric Range : 89 - 114 km
Mercedes GLE
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

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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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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport pairs unapologetic presence with genuine capability, looking like it belongs on a red carpet while quietly promising to tackle rough tracks when called upon. Inside, the cabin pampers with plush materials and thoughtful tech, making it an irresistible choice for buyers who want luxury, confidence and a touch of adventure.

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Mercedes GLE
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
76300 - 175800 £
Price
78600 - 175700 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 11.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
89 - 114 km
Electric Range
116 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
53 - 284 g/km
co2
61 - 266 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 L
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2310 - 2800 kg
Curb weight
2390 - 2810 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
647 L
Length
4924 - 4961 mm
Length
4970 mm
Width
1947 mm
Width
2043 mm
Height
1716 - 1797 mm
Height
1814 mm
Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
Max trunk capacity
1491 L
Payload
460 - 705 kg
Payload
640 - 830 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
289 - 634 HP
Power HP
249 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
290 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
570 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
213 - 466 kW
Power kW
183 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3
Engine capacity
2997 - 4395 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Land Rover
What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLE?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.