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Mercedes GLE vs Porsche 911 Convertible comparison

Compare performance (634 HP vs 711 HP), boot space and price (136,500 £ vs 138,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or Porsche 911 Convertible?

Mercedes GLE vs Porsche 911 Convertible: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

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  • very slightly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space
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Porsche 911 Convertible

  • moderately more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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:

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.

Mercedes GLE is very slightly cheaper – starting at 136,500 £ , while the Porsche 911 Convertible costs 138,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,514 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE uses 3.8 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Porsche 911 Convertible with 10.5 L/100km. The difference is about 6.7 L/100km.

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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 Porsche 911 Convertible offers moderately more power – delivering 711 HP compared to 634 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche 911 Convertible is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.6 s, while the Mercedes GLE takes 3.9 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers marginally more torque with 850 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 50 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.

Seats: Mercedes GLE offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche 911 Convertible is clearly lighter – 1,572 kg compared to 2,375 kg. The difference is around 803 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers substantially more boot space – 655 L compared to 373 L. That’s a difference of about 282 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries substantially more – 675 kg compared to 345 kg. That’s a difference of about 330 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLE stands well ahead of its rival 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 £136,500
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Mercedes GLE

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 457 - 634 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.8 - 12.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 89 - 92 km
Mercedes GLE
Porsche 911 Convertible

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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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Porsche 911 Convertible

The Porsche 911 Cabriolet transforms the iconic silhouette into an open‑air weapon, offering roof-down glamour and razor-sharp handling that still feels perfectly composed on normal roads. It’s the kind of car that serves daily duties with surprising ease while delivering intoxicating engine music and a grin factor that makes every trip feel like a small victory.

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Mercedes GLE
Porsche 911 Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
136,500 - 175,800 £
Price
138,000 - 244,500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 12.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
10.5 - 13.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
89 - 92 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
86 - 284 g/km
co2
237 - 310 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,375 - 2,800 kg
Curb weight
1,572 - 1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
163 - 373 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,947 mm
Width
1,852 - 1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 - 675 kg
Payload
195 - 345 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
457 - 634 HP
Power HP
394 - 711 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.6 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
520 - 850 Nm
Torque
450 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
336 - 466 kW
Power kW
290 - 523 kW
Engine capacity
2,999 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
2,981 - 3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Porsche
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