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Mercedes GLE vs Renault Rafale - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (634 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (76300 £ vs 37500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or Renault Rafale?
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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.
Renault Rafale has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37500 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 76300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38728 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Rafale manages with 0.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes GLE with 2 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLE performs a bit better – achieving up to 114 km, about 17 km more than the Renault Rafale.
Rafale
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 has a clearly edge – offering 634 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 334 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 Rafale takes 6.40 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLE performs evident better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Renault Rafale tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.
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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 curb weight, Renault Rafale is clearly perceptible lighter – 1734 kg compared to 2310 kg. The difference is around 576 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers slight more room – 655 L compared to 627 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLE performs barely noticeable better – up to 2055 L, which is about 145 L more than the Renault Rafale.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLE clearly perceptible takes the win – 705 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 261 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Renault Rafale proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault Rafale is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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Mercedes GLE
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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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Renault Rafale
5 (3 Reviews)
The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.
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Mercedes GLE
Renault Rafale
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
76300 - 175800 £
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Price
37500 - 49500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.6 - 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
97 km
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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
14 - 109 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
1734 - 2025 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
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Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
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Length
4924 - 4961 mm
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Length
4710 mm
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Width
1947 mm
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Width
1886 mm
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Height
1716 - 1797 mm
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Height
1613 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
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Max trunk capacity
1826 - 1910 L
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Payload
460 - 705 kg
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Payload
415 - 444 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
Plugin Hybrid, 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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
289 - 634 HP
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Power HP
200 - 300 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 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
-
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
213 - 466 kW
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Power kW
147 - 221 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, C
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Renault
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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.