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Mercedes GLE vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (634 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (76,300 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or Tesla Model Y?

Mercedes GLE vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

  • visibly more power

Tesla Model Y

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Tesla Model Y is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 76,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,993 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers considerably more range – reaching up to 657 km, about 543 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

Model Y

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 Mercedes GLE offers visibly more power – delivering 634 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 174 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes GLE takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes GLE is clearly faster – reaching 280 km/h, while the Tesla Model Y tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 79 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers markedly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model Y is slightly lighter – 1,953 kg compared to 2,310 kg. The difference is around 357 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers visibly more boot space – 822 L compared to 655 L. That’s a difference of about 167 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y offers only slightly more capacity – up to 2,138 L, about 83 L more than the Mercedes GLE.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries visibly more – 705 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 233 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 km
Mercedes GLE
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

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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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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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Mercedes GLE
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
76,300 - 175,800 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
89 - 114 km
Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
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 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,310 - 2,800 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
4,924 - 4,961 mm
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Width
1,947 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Height
1,716 - 1,797 mm
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,645 - 2,055 L
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Payload
460 - 705 kg
Payload
435 - 472 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
289 - 634 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
201 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
213 - 466 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Tesla
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