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Mercedes GLE vs Toyota Corolla Cross comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (78,900 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or Toyota Corolla Cross?

Mercedes GLE vs Toyota Corolla Cross: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Toyota Corolla Cross

4.3 (8 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly 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.

Toyota Corolla Cross is significantly cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,207 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE uses 3.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Toyota Corolla Cross with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

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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 offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 405 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Toyota Corolla Cross takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

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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 terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla Cross is clearly lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 1,010 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers visibly more boot space – 655 L compared to 473 L. That’s a difference of about 182 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries markedly more – 770 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLE is decisively ahead 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
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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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Reviews Mercedes GLE

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Andreas
7 Jun 2026, 08:43:32

Mercedes is completely superior to Volvo, which feels plasticky and noisy with poor fit and finish, a poor tactile feel in the controls and a lack of buttons.

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Victor
10 Apr 2026, 07:46:13

I just love Benz cars

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Toyota Corolla Cross

The Toyota Corolla Cross is a compact crossover that blends the practicality and reliability Toyota is known for with a comfortable, easygoing driving experience. It offers a roomy interior and sensible features that make it a strong choice for daily commuting and family outings.

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Reviews Toyota Corolla Cross

4.3 (8 Reviews)
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Paul
27 May 2026, 05:09:50

Lack of soundproofing due to aerodynamics (wind noise, or noise from tire rolling — it would be helped a lot if it came from the factory with Continental tires)
Thank you.

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Henk
13 Feb 2026, 15:47:52

Very good in terms of power. Less good on sound and getting in because of a protruding dashboard.

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Mercedes GLE
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Costs and Consumption
Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Price
31,700 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
72 - 241 g/km
co2
112 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
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Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,500 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
380 - 473 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
495 - 770 kg
Payload
515 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLE?

The Mercedes GLE is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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