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Mercedes GLE vs SsangYong Korando comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (78,900 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or SsangYong Korando?

Mercedes GLE vs SsangYong Korando: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • substantially 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SsangYong Korando is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 51,921 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE uses 3.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SsangYong Korando offers considerably more range – reaching up to 339 km, about 235 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

Korando

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 offers significantly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 395 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 390 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, SsangYong Korando is substantially lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 873 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers moderately more boot space – 655 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries clearly more – 770 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 307 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLE holds a decisive overall lead 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 £78,900
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Mercedes GLE

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 309 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 91 - 104 km
Mercedes GLE
SsangYong Korando

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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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SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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Mercedes GLE
SsangYong Korando

Costs and Consumption

Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Electric Range
339 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
72 - 241 g/km
co2
0 - 197 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
551 L
Length
-
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
-
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Payload
495 - 770 kg
Payload
410 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
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