Compare performance (634 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (76300 £ vs 29700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or Renault Austral?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Austral has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 76300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46528 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLE manages with 2 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Renault Austral with 4.80 L. The difference is about 2.80 L per 100 km.
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 Mercedes GLE has a convincingly edge – offering 634 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 434 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Renault Austral takes 8.40 s. That’s about 4.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLE performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Renault Austral tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLE pulls decisively stronger with 850 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 580 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Renault Austral is decisively lighter – 1539 kg compared to 2310 kg. The difference is around 771 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers slightly more room – 655 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLE performs to a small extent better – up to 2055 L, which is about 294 L more than the Renault Austral.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLE distinct takes the win – 705 kg compared to 477 kg. That’s a difference of about 228 kg.
The Mercedes GLE proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLE is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.
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Price
76300 - 175800 £
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Price
29700 - 37800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
89 - 114 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
53 - 284 g/km
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co2
109 - 148 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2310 - 2800 kg
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Curb weight
1539 - 1613 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
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Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
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Length
4924 - 4961 mm
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Length
4533 mm
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Width
1947 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1716 - 1797 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
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Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
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Payload
460 - 705 kg
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Payload
464 - 477 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
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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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
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
289 - 634 HP
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Power HP
158 - 200 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
500 - 850 Nm
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Torque
270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
213 - 466 kW
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Power kW
116 - 147 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Renault
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.