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Mercedes GLE vs Toyota RAV4 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 309 HP), boot space and price (78,900 £ vs 37,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or Toyota RAV4?

Mercedes GLE vs Toyota RAV4: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Toyota RAV4

4.7 (11 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly 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 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.

Toyota RAV4 is significantly cheaper – starting at 37,700 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,207 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes GLE with 3.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota RAV4 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 137 km, about 33 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

RAV4

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 considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 309 HP. That’s roughly 276 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 Toyota RAV4 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota RAV4 is significantly lighter – 1,655 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 735 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers noticeably more boot space – 655 L compared to 514 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries visibly more – 770 kg compared to 610 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 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 £37,700
RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 185 - 309 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 133 - 137 km
Mercedes GLE
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 is a well-rounded compact SUV that pairs everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed ride and generous cargo space, making it a sensible choice for families and active lifestyles. Its strong reputation for reliability, efficient drivetrains, and straightforward technology gives it wide appeal whether you value economy, comfort, or capability.

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Mercedes GLE
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption

Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Price
37,700 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 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
133 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
72 - 241 g/km
co2
30 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Curb weight
1,655 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
446 - 514 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
495 - 770 kg
Payload
515 - 610 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin 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
185 - 309 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Power kW
136 - 227 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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