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Mercedes GLE vs SERES 3 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (634 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (76300 £ vs 31600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or SERES 3?

Mercedes GLE

SERES 3

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

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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.

SERES 3 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31600 £, while the Mercedes GLE costs 76300 £. That’s a price difference of around 44633 £.

As for range, the SERES 3 performs clearly better – achieving up to 301 km, about 187 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLE has a convincingly edge – offering 634 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 471 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the SERES 3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 6 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLE performs decisively better – reaching 280 km/h, while the SERES 3 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 125 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLE pulls significantly stronger with 850 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 550 Nm difference.

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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, SERES 3 is distinct lighter – 1765 kg compared to 2310 kg. The difference is around 545 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers clearly more room – 655 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 655 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLE clearly takes the win – 705 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 405 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLE proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLE is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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
SERES 3

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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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SERES 3

The SERES 3 arrives as a zippy, well-equipped compact electric that puts everyday usability ahead of headline-grabbing theatrics. It’s an honest, budget-friendly choice for city commuters who want a bit of style and low running costs without a showroom ego.

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Mercedes GLE
SERES 3
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Costs and Consumption

Price
76300 - 175800 £
Price
31600 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18 kWh
Electric Range
89 - 114 km
Electric Range
301 km
Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 284 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2310 - 2800 kg
Curb weight
1765 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4924 - 4961 mm
Length
4385 mm
Width
1947 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1716 - 1797 mm
Height
1650 mm
Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
460 - 705 kg
Payload
300 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
289 - 634 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.90 s
Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
155 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
213 - 466 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SERES
What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLE?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.